objectivesTo stay compliant with OSHA requirements and maintain a safe workplace, construction businesses often designate a Competent Person (CP) on their job sites. Per OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.32(f), a CP is able to identify existing and predictable workplace conditions that create a hazardous, unsanitary, and/or dangerous site for workers. The CP is also able to resolve these hazards to create a safer environment. When your business needs to identify employees for CP status, the Employer Competent Person Requirements for Construction Course from OSHA Education School clarifies the process from start to finish.
During the Employer Competent Person Requirements for Construction Course, participants will cover important topics related to achieving Competent Person status, including:
What defines a Competent Person
Competent Person status requirements
How to name a Competent Person
Competent Person responsibilities
Competent Person standards for California (Cal/OSHA) and other states
Competent Person standards for other government agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
State and federal Competent Person regulations
How to implement the Competent Person process
Evaluating employees for Competent Person status
When construction regulations demand a Competent Person
At the end of the course, employers will have the knowledge needed to implement the Competent Person process to ensure adherence to all OSHA standards and compliance directives (CPLs).
descriptionConstruction firms frequently appoint a Competent Person (CP) on their project sites to ensure compliance with OSHA standards and a safe work environment. A CP, as defined in OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.32(f), is capable of identifying existing and predictable workplace circumstances that contribute to the creation of a hazardous, unsanitary, and/or dangerous work environment. Additionally, the CP is capable of resolving these dangers in order to produce a safer atmosphere. When your firm need personnel to be certified as competent persons, the Employer Competent Person Requirements for Construction course walks you through the procedure from start to finish.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Employer Competent Person Requirements For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Course Overview
Introduction to the Competent Person
Course Description
Course Objective
References
Competent Person Checklist and Guides
2. General
Competent Person (CP)
Application
Definition
Applicable Construction Stds.
Specific Definitions
Standards with Specific Requirements
Penalties
3. Naming a Competent Person
Who Is Competent?
Knowledge of Standards?
Training
Overall Knowledge and Experience
Position or Title Doesn’t Count
On Site or Not?
More Than One?
Non-Employees
Employee's Judgment
Authority
Employer Satisfied?
Remember
Employer Should Look For
4. Competent Person Responsibilities
Competent Person Responsibilities
Standards Interpretation
CP Duties under CPL 2-1.23
Summing Up
5. California and Other State
State OSHA Plans
California Example
CAL/OSHA
Cal/OSHA P and P Manual
State Plans
6. Summary
Summary
Remember
Competent Person
7. Conclusion
This Competent Person Course
Benefits Upon completion of the Employer Competent Person Requirements for Construction Course, you will understand what is required to name a Competent Person within your construction company to create a safer work environment and ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations. Additionally, students learn how to properly implement the CP process to identify and evaluate candidates and where to seek additional information.