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Excavation Competent Person (Virtual)

Length: 8 Hours

This 8 hour course is designed to meet your supervisors, foremen, estimators, and workers needs in excavation & trenching safety and the required OSHA standards. It includes an introduction to OSHA, review of 29 CFR Part 1926.650 – 1926.654, soil analysis procedures, sloping options and requirements, use of tabulated data and an understanding of hazardous atmospheres. All attendees will receive a student manual including Subpart P, and a laminated course completion card for this course.

Prior to registering for this class, all prospective trainees must acknowledge that this virtual presentation of the Excavation Competent Person class does not satisfy the training and/or continuing education requirements outlined by the Georgia Secretary of State’s office for initial licensure, or license renewals. Only approved safety courses taught in-person by a qualified instructor are eligible for consideration by the Licensing Board. You are welcome to attend this virtual class in person if you need to, please reach out to bberry@hbnext.com to set up arrangements. 

Please don’t hesitate to contact the HB NEXT Office with any questions @ 770-619-1669.

Excavation Refresher

Length: 4 Hours

This course will allow someone to refresh their knowledge about soil analysis, the use of protective systems and the requirements of Subpart P.

Fall Protection Awareness

Length: 2 Hours

This course will cover an introduction to OSHA Standards, the “duty” of the employer, Subpart “M” general requirements, a review of 1926.500 – 1926.503, personal fall arrest systems, demonstration of Fall Protection – PPE – and development and maintenance of a Fall Protection Plan.

Fall Protection Competent Person

Length: 8 Hours

This 8 hour course designed to meet your supervisors, foremen, estimators, and workers needs in fall protection safety and the applicable OSHA standards. It includes introduction to OSHA standards, the “Duty” of the employer, Subpart “M” General Requirements, a review of 1926.500 – 1926.503, Personal Fall Arrest Systems, demonstration of Fall Protection – PPE, and how to develop and maintain a Fall Protection Plan.

Fall Protection Competent Person (SPANISH)

Length: 8 Hours

Este curso de 8 horas está diseñado para satisfacer los requisitos de entrenamiento para sus Supervisores, Capataces, Estimadores y Trabajadores Generales sobre las Reglas de Seguridad y Protección Contra Caídas debajo de las Estándares Federales de OSHA que son aplicables. Se incluye una introducción a las normas de OSHA (Administración de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional de EE.UU.), las Responsabilidades del Empleador, los Requisitos generales de la Subparte “M” (Protección Contra Caídas), una revisión de las leyes debajo de los Estándares de 1926.500 – 1926.503, Sistemas Personales de Protección Contra Caídas, y una demostración de cómo usar sistemas de protección contra caídas – el Equipo de Protección Personal (PPE, en inglés), y cómo diseñar y mantener su plan para prevención de caídas en su sitio de trabajo.

Fall Protection Competent Person (Virtual)

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This 8 hour  virtual course is designed to meet your supervisors, foremen, estimators, and workers needs in fall protection safety and the applicable OSHA standards. It includes introduction to OSHA standards, the “Duty” of the employer, Subpart “M” General Requirements, a review of 1926.500 – 1926.503, Personal Fall Arrest Systems, demonstration of Fall Protection – PPE, and how to develop and maintain a Fall Protection Plan.

Fall Protection Refresher

Length: 4 Hours

This course will cover an introduction to OSHA Standards, the “duty” of the employer, Subpart “M” general requirements, a review of 1926.500 – 1926.503, personal fall arrest systems, demonstration of Fall Protection – PPE – and development and maintenance of a Fall Protection Plan.

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Safety

Length: 8 Hours

This is an 8-hour course designed to educate employers and commercial driver licensed employees on the safety regulations and the drug / alcohol testing regulations set forth by the U.S. Department of Transportation. The course covers FMCSA Regulations, types of FMCSA Inspections, an overview of 49 CFR Part 40, CDL Standards, Requirements, and Penalties and testing procedures for alcohol and drug abuse. All attendees will receive a student training manual and a laminated class card for this course.

Fire Extinguisher Safety

Length: 2 Hours

This course will cover the importance of implementing a safety program, a review of OSHA Subpart F (1926.150-1926.155) the different classifications of fire extinguishers, and methods for observing, detecting, and handling hazardous materials.

Forklift Competent Person

Length: 4 Hours

This is a 4-hour course tailored to your equipment and designed to meet your supervisors, foremen, operators, and worker’s needs, and the required OSHA standards. The course covers an introduction to OSHA, a review of 29 CFR Part 1926.602 and 29 CFR Part 1910.178, a discussion and review the operators manual, learning important inspection & documentation procedures and all attendees will receive a student training manual including 29 CFR Parts 1926.602 & 1910.178 and a laminated class card for this course.

Georgia Best Management Practice (BMPs)

Length: 2 Hours

This course will cover a review of BMP’s, understanding when they are required and by whom, the three keys to BMP’s, vegetative practices and structural practices.

Hazard Communication / GHS Class (Virtual) (2hr)

Length: 2 Hours

Employee training includes, but is not limited to:
• An introduction to the Global Harmonization System (GHS)
• An introduction to Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Description of the jobs where these hazards are present
Also:
• Physical and health hazards of the chemicals that present potential exposure
• Personal protection requirements for chemicals
• Spill reporting requirements and planning considerations
• Emergency procedures and documentation

Hazard Communication / SDS Awareness

Length: 2 Hours

This class covers the location of the written Hazard Communication Program, a list of hazardous materials, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), descriptions of the jobs where these hazards are present, physical and health hazards of the chemicals that present potential exposure, personal protection requirements for chemicals, ways to observe and detect the presence of hazardous chemicals, labeling requirements and explanation of labeling system, where to find SDS and how to read them, first aid requirements and emergency response information, and when an employee of another company performs work and there is a potential for exposure to a hazardous chemical.

How to Deal with a GC Superintendent

Length: 2 Hours

This is a must have, informative, 2-hour seminar designed to assist your field supervisors and foremen in “dealing with” and reducing conflicts with, the G.C. Superintendent and/or client. It includes an introduction, redefining of responsibilities discussion of written and verbal communication skills, a review of how to properly represent the company and the importance of building a successful relationships.

How to Handle an OSHA Inspection

Length: 2 Hours

This fast paced seminar is one of the many management tools your field supervisors and foremen need in today’s construction industry. It covers an introduction to OSHA, a review of the OSHA inspection process, how to interact with the OSHA inspector, documentation recommendations and “how to” have a successful inspection.

How to Handle OSHA Inspections (Virtual) (2hr)

Length: 2 Hours

This free course covers what to do when an OSHA inspector shows at your site for a scheduled or surprise inspection.

Lead Awareness

Length: 4 Hours

This course includes an introduction to OSHA, review of the General Duty Clause, correct cleaning procedures, protective clothing, review of 1926.62 and 1910.34, effective respirator programs, special problems and Lead Exposure Protection Policy.

Lift Safety (Aerial and Scissor)

Length: 4 Hours

This is a 4-hour course tailored to your equipment and designed to meet the needs of your supervisors, foremen, operators, and workers as well as the required OSHA standards. It includes an introduction to OSHA, a review of 29 CFR Part 1926.453 and ANSI, a discussion and review the operator’s manual, learning the important inspection & documentation procedures and all attendees will receive a student training manual and a laminated class card for this course.

Lock Out / Tag Out Competent Person

Length: 4 Hours

Attendees will be able to identify the Hazardous to all employees when the application of 29 CFR 1910.147 is not correctly applied in the work place. The course includes an introduction to OSHA, a review of 29 CFR Part 1910.147, a discussion of scope, application and purpose of lock-out / tag-out program, learn stored energy hazards and the implementation of a written program.

Lock Out / Tag Out Competent Person (Virtual) (4hr)

Length: 4 Hours

Attendees will be able to identify the Hazardous to all employees when the application of 29 CFR 1910.147 is not correctly applied in the work place. The course includes an introduction to OSHA, a review of 29 CFR Part 1910.147, a discussion of scope, application and purpose of lock-out / tag-out program, learn stored energy hazards and the implementation of a written program.