Construction Worker (Heavy Civil Construction)
This construction worker training program covers Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training in various areas, including site operations, construction safety practices, work zone traffic control, and more. By delving into these subjects in detail, you will gain a deep understanding of industry standards and best practices, preparing you for the demands of the construction sector.
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Construction Worker (Heavy Civil Construction)
Details + Objectives
Course code: GES7068
What you will learn
- Understand construction site operations for heavy civil applications, including principles of road and bridge construction, work zone traffic control, demolition, excavation, and renewable energy
- Learn general construction safety on the jobsite to protect yourself from hazardous materials, proper PPE, heat and cold stress, confined spaces, digging safely, and slips, trips, and falls
- Review general machine operation, inspection, and maintenance for heavy equipment like excavators, dozers, vac trucks, motor graders, dump trucks, mini mills, skid steers, forklifts, aerial lifts, wheel loaders, cranes, and haul trucks
- Obtain job-readiness skills such as construction math, basic hand and power tool use, financial literacy, and soft skills like communicating effectively, professionalism, adaptability, teachability, dependability, motivation, and having a positive attitude
How you will benefit
- Acquire a solid foundation in general civil construction terminology, including principles of construction math and financial literacy
- Gain a deep understanding and proficiency in heavy machinery and equipment
- Download a resume of earned badges and skills demonstrating to employers your knowledge and skills attained
- Prepare to work on major construction projects, including highways, bridges, stadiums, and airports.
- Become better prepared to apply for apprenticeships or job roles such as highway laborer, traffic control technician, yard and materials support, carpenter assistant, equipment operator, flagger, concrete finisher, roofer, painter, and ironworker
- Review topics on fire protection, scaffolding safety, electrical hazards, fall protection and arrest systems, and more
- Earn your OSHA 10 certification and a civil construction certificate of completion for the course, demonstrating your skills to potential employers
How the course is taught
- Self-paced, online course
- 6 Months to complete
- Open enrollment, begin anytime
- 90 course hours
Instructors & Support
This is not an instructor-facilitated course; however, support will be provided through the course application.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites required to complete this course.
State Requirements:
Please review your specific state requirements to ensure this program meets all conditions. For example, construction personnel in the State of New York are required to comply with New York City Department of Buildings regulations. Due to more stringent California state-level safety regulations, California-based construction professionals, including students, are required to obtain OSHA 10 cards directly from their state. The course itself remains relevant if you reside in these states, as this is a specific callout regarding only OSHA 10 certification.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course is APP-based and requires a smart device that utilizes APPs available through Microsoft, the Play Store, or the App Store.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Mac: macOS 12 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
More About
About Certification: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a U.S. federal agency dedicated to ensuring safe and healthy working conditions. Established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, OSHA sets and enforces workplace safety standards, conducts inspections, and provides training and education to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Through partnerships with authorized providers like ClickSafety, OSHA offers programs such as the 10-Hour Outreach Training to promote compliance and safety awareness across industries.