Basic Safety Orientation (Construction) | Fortier Loss Control

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Basic Safety Orientation (Construction)

Price: $20.00
Delivery: On-Demand (Self-Paced)
Duration: 1 Hour
Language: English
Provider: Fortier Loss Control

Customer Support: Toll-Free 877-881-2235

Course Overview

The Basic Safety Orientation (Construction) course introduces workers to the core safety practices, hazard controls, and OSHA regulations that protect employees on construction sites. From PPE and fall protection to electrical safety and confined space awareness, this training builds a foundation for recognizing and controlling common hazards before they cause incidents.

Designed to meet OSHA’s safety training requirements, the course covers multiple construction safety subparts from 29 CFR 1926 and prepares workers to apply best practices from day one on the job.

Who Should Take This Course

• New construction workers and apprentices

• Subcontractors entering active job sites

• Crew leads and supervisors who need a safety refresher

• Anyone who needs a pre-jobsite safety orientation

OSHA-Referenced Learning Objectives (29 CFR 1926)

• OSHA Fundamentals: Explain OSHA’s role, worker rights, and employer duties.

• General Provisions – Subpart C: Apply general safety provisions across construction sites.

• Health & Environmental Controls – Subpart D: Implement preventative measures for jobsite health.

• PPE – Subpart E: Identify and use PPE per OSHA requirements.

• Fire Protection – Subpart F: Follow OSHA fire prevention and control standards.

• Rigging & Cranes – Subparts H & N: Recognize safe rigging and crane operation procedures.

• Welding & Cutting – Subpart J: Apply hazard controls for welding and cutting operations.

• Fall Protection – Subpart M: Use fall prevention systems to protect workers at height.

• Excavations – Subpart P: Implement protective measures in trenches and excavations.

• Concrete & Masonry – Subpart Q: Apply safety practices for structural work.

• Demolition – Subpart T: Follow safe demolition procedures to protect people and property.

• Stairways & Ladders – Subpart X: Operate and maintain access systems safely.

• Electrical – Subpart K: Recognize and control electrical hazards.

• Confined Spaces (Construction): Apply safe entry and rescue procedures.

Topics Covered

• OSHA standards and interpretations

• Hazard communication (labels, SDS, worker rights)

• Chemical, fire, electrical, and physical hazard prevention

• PPE selection, inspection, and maintenance

• Fall protection, scaffolding, stairways, and ladders

• Excavation safety and shoring systems

• Concrete, masonry, and demolition work

• Rigging, cranes, and heavy equipment safety

• Welding and cutting safety measures

• Confined space awareness and controls

Course Format & Requirements

• Delivery: 100% online, mobile-friendly

• Assessment: Quizzes after each module with a minimum passing score of 70%

• Attempts: Three failed attempts lock the learner out; in-person completion required

• Completion: Instant downloadable certificate from the My Training page

Certification

• Certificate of Completion valid for one year unless otherwise stated

• If taken as part of an OSHA Outreach program, complete the survey to receive an official Department of Labor (DOL) card by mail within 4–6 weeks

End-of-Course Instructions

• Pass all quizzes and final assessment with 70% or higher

• Complete the course survey to finalize your record

• Access supplemental OSHA resources under the “Materials” tab in the course player

Subject Matter Expert

Luis Quintanar — Bilingual OSHA Outreach Trainer (English/Spanish) with over 300 course deliveries. Extensive experience in construction, oil & gas, energy services, and general industry safety programs. Specializes in site-specific plans, hazard assessments, and regulatory audits.

For trainer questions: outreach-trainer@360training.com

Why Train with Fortier Loss Control

• OSHA-compliant construction safety training

• Tennessee-based provider with nationwide reach

• Self-paced online learning for schedule flexibility

• Mobile-friendly course design

• Trusted by thousands of safety professionals

Enroll today and build the safety knowledge every construction worker needs to prevent injuries, stay compliant, and work confidently on any job site.