Safety Programs for Construction
OSHA’s construction safety/health programs 1926.20, General safety and health provisions 1926.21, Safety training and education 1a
OSHA’s construction safety/health programs 1926.23, First aid and medical attention 1904.2 Log and summary of occupational injuries and illnesses 1b
Why require a safety/health program? Effective, systematic method Identify and correct hazards Prevent future hazards 2a
Serious violations Lack of: Adequate programs Site inspections Training 2b
Focused Inspection Initiative Recognize responsible contractors Implemented effective programs Encourage others to adopt programs 2c
Safety and health plans Excavation work-trenching and shoring Respiratory protection program 3a
29 CFR 1926.20 Accident prevention responsibilities Inspections 3b
29 CFR 1926.20 Defective or damaged equipment Equipment and machinery operation 3c
Information and training Nature of hazards How to recognize them How are hazards controlled 4a
Information and training Protective measures Applicable standards 4b
Specific topics for instruction Recognition and avoidance Control or eliminate Handle or use poisons 5a
Specific topics for instruction Harmful plants or animals Handle or use flammable liquids Confined or enclosed spaces 5b
OSHA’s STD 3-1.1, Appendix A Checklist to help employers Determine if they are in compliance Answering yes = compliance 6a