objectivesThe Heat Stress/Heat Illness for Construction online safety training is an intermediate-level course focusing on anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling heat stress hazards. Throughout this course, participants will learn not only the definition of heat stress, but also how to prevent related injuries and illnesses on the job site. Participants will also learn applicable OSHA heat stress guidelines so that individuals are more prepared to handle heat stress emergencies.
OSHA Education School’s Heat Stress/Heat Illness for Construction online course provides participants with a thorough background regarding heat stress awareness, symptoms, illnesses, and more. Upon completing the course, participants will be better prepared to not only understand OSHA’s safety guidelines, but also how to recognize and react in the event of a heat stress situation. Specific course topics include the following:
Introduction to heat stress
Elements of heat stress/heat illness
Definition of heat stress
Potential effects of heat stress/illness
Heat stress prevention
Medical issues in relation to heat stress
Specific industry terms addressed within the course include the following:
Heat syncope
Prickly heat
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
OSHA
Engineering controls
General duty clause
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)
descriptionHeat stress occurs when the body's means of controlling its internal temperature starts to fail. Heatstroke could be a very serious issue. The online safety course Heat Stress/Heat Illness in Construction is an intermediate-level course that focuses on predicting, recognizing, analyzing, and mitigating heat stress dangers. Participants will not only learn the concept of heat stress but also how to prevent on-the-job injuries and illnesses caused by heat stress. Additionally, participants will be educated on appropriate OSHA heat stress requirements, preparing them to deal with heat-related situations.
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 Heat Stress / Heat Illness 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. Introduction
Welcome
Course Overview
Heat Stress / Heat Illness
2. General
Construction Workers At Risk
How the Body Handles Heat
3. Heat Stress Illness
Heat Stress Illness
Heat Stroke
Heat Exhaustion
Heat Cramps
Fainting
Heat Rash
Heat Fatigue
Treating Heat Stress Illnesses
4. Prevention
Heat Stress and Safety
Prevention
Important Factors
Engineering Controls
Work Practice Controls
PPE for Heat Stress
Personal Factors
Other Personal Factors
Medical Evaluation
5. Summary
Employer Responsibilities
Remember:
Final Considerations
End Topic Benefits OSHA Education School’s Heat Stress/Heat Illness for Construction online course will better prepare participants to better understand and react to potential heat illness-related hazards on the construction worksite. Upon successful completion of this course, participants can expect to be:
Well-versed in OSHA heat stress protocols, as well as other related safety guidelines
Aware of the causes of heat stress in the workplace and what one can do to prevent them from occurring
Prepared to recognize the signs and symptoms of a heat stress/heat illness event