This course is designed to increase student knowledge of hazards associated with confined space entry. Topics include the OSHA confined space entry standard, hazards associated with entry procedures, ventilation and purging requirements, personal protective equipment, calculations and techniques, and appropriate atmosphere testing equipment and related limitations. Students are introduced to practical soil mechanics and its relationship to the stability of shored and unshored slopes and walls of excavations. Emphasis is placed on electrical hazard recognition and OSHA inspection procedures. Topics covered include the principles of fall protection, the components of fall arrest systems, the limitations of fall arrest equipment, and OSHA policies regarding fall protection.
Course features a one-day field exercise demonstrating fall protection equipment.
Course participants are briefed on effective instructional approaches and the effective use of visual aids and handouts. Participants seeking authorization as OSHA Outreach Trainers will be required to pass a standardized test at the end of this course. Outreach Trainers are required to attend Course 502 at least once every four years to maintain their trainer status. Participants must have five years of construction safety experience and completed OSHA Course 510 or equivalent. A copy of your resume and Course 510 card must be provided at the time of registration.