Focus Four Caught Between Fatality Prevention For Construction

OSHA has prioritized instances involving employees caught between trucks, equipment, or machinery as one of the Focus Four. Caught between fatality is among the most serious hazards encountered on construction sites. A caught-in/between hazard exists when employees may become pinned, crushed, squeezed, or trapped between moving and/or stationary items. When these collisions occur, they frequently result in serious injury or death. The Focus Four Caught Between Fatality Prevention for Construction training teaches employees and managers how to recognize and avoid these risks, ensuring that everyone on the project remains safe. Focus Four Caught Between Fatality Prevention for Construction educates personnel on the perils of caught-in/between hazards and how to prevent them on the job.

Include: Certificate of Completion
Duration: 1 hours and 0 minutes
Languages: English
Level: Intermediate

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Along with falls, electrocution, and struck-by accidents, OSHA has placed a national focus on incidents when workers are caught in or between vehicles, equipment, or machinery among the Focus Four, the most dangerous hazards found on construction worksites. By definition, a caught-in/-between hazard occurs wherever workers may become pinned, crushed, squeezed, or caught between moving and/or stationary objects. When these accidents occur, they often result in injury or even death. The Focus Four Caught Between Fatality Prevention for Construction course helps workers and managers identify and avoid these hazards to help ensure everyone stays safe on the job. Focus Four Caught Between Fatality Prevention for Construction helps employees understand the dangers of caught-in/-between hazards and how to minimize them in the workplace. Course topics include: The OSHA Focus Four Common caught‐in or ‐between hazards How to avoid and minimize hazards Best practices for working safely near caught-in/-between hazards How to escape caught‐in or ‐between hazards Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Employer responsibilities After completing the course, students will understand the dangers presented by these caught‐in or ‐between hazards and best practices for preventing injuries and death.

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Who Needs Focus Four Caught Between Fatality Prevention For Construction?

This intermediate-level online course is appropriate for all workers and managers, superintendents, foremen, and crew leaders who may be exposed to caught‐in or ‐between hazards on construction sites. Employees who are responsible for workplace safety will also benefit from taking this course.