OSHA 500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry

This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach classes, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course.

Minimum student contact hours: 26

Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete the OSHA #510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction and have five (5) years of safety and health work experience in the construction industry. A degree in occupational safety and health, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation may be substituted for two (2) years of work related experience. Students should obtain guidance on whether they meet this requirement from the OSHA Training Institute Education Center where they intend to receive the training. Authorized OSHA Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend OSHA #502 Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers at least once every four (4) years to maintain their trainer status.

All times listed are EASTERN TIME ZONE

Class will end at appoximately noon on Friday. Presentations: This class does include a practice teach piece. During the class, you will be asked to conduct a short presentation on an assigned topic. You will be assigned the topic on the first day of class. While there will be some time allotted in class for preparing your presentation, it may be necessary for you to use time outside of class to prepare. Please bring your laptop to class. If you do not have access to a laptop, you can utilize the EKU Computer Lab. Testing Policy:To become an authorized outreach trainer, the student trainer must pass both a performance test and a knowledge test. A Letter of Attendance will be issued to students who do not meet the criteria to become an Authorized Trainer. - The Performance Test consists of 25 items the student trainer must demonstrate during a presentation. Student must achieve a minimum of 50 out of 75 points. - The Knowledge Test consists of 35 multiple-choice questions. Student must achieve a minimum of 28 out of 35 points. Students will have one opportunity to re-test as necessary. EKU OTIEC - Inclement Weather Policy Due to contact hour requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor, the EKU OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC) may continue to hold training classes even when EKU is delayed or closed for inclement weather. The OTIEC holds courses throughout an 8-state region, oftentimes on a contractual basis. In inclement weather, the OTIEC Director will evaluate the situation and discuss options with the Lead Instructor for the class. Staff members will be available to inform participants. Students are always informed to make their own decisions concerning safe travel. In winter months, OSHA staff will request a cell phone number for each participant so communication can be established if an alternate schedule is necessary. Call 859-622-2961 for questions concerning weather and/or schedules.