But the reality is that safety training is a legal requirement. There are about 12 standards in the OSHA regulations that specifically require training and many more requirements that exist by reference or inference. One of the biggest challenges some small-business owners face is how to meet the mandate of training when they don't feel that they can be good trainers. The key to good training is to believe in what you are doing and know what you are talking about. Be sure to let that attitude shine through.
Employee training can take many different forms.
When you hold training sessions at the jobsite, be sure to use the same type of equipment that your employees are working with every day. Nothing will turn workers off quicker than being forced to listen to irrelevant information. Companies can get sample talks to use from many different sources, including their insurance carriers. Another good source is the Internet. These sites offer a lot of useful information.