Fall Prevention in Residential Construction

This free, 4-hour, on-demand course is comprised of 6 modules, Introduction to Fall Protection, Ladders, Scaffolding, Conventional Fall Protection, Additional Fall Protection Systems, Rescue. Each module will provide the user with information on the correct procedures, equipment usage, as well as give examples of incorrect applications of fall protection. The course references the specific OSHA guidelines for participants to see the wording of the actual regulations.

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize common fall hazards in residential construction.
  • Identify when fall protection is required.
  • Determine which protection system to use for a given fall hazard.
  • Understand the key requirements and basic safety practices for each protection system.
  • Understand the safety requirements and practices for ladders and scaffolding.

This course was originally created under grant number SH-31198-SH7 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It has been turned into an on-demand course with the gracious support of the Job Safety Institute (JSI) and the National Association of Home Builders.

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Section 1: Overview of Fall Protection
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package. This is the beginning module of this series.
Section 2 Ladders
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
Section 3: Scaffolds
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
Section 4 Conventional Fall Protection
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
Section 5: Additional Fall Protection Systems
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
Section 6: Fall Protection Rescue Plan
Begin self-paced component package.
Begin self-paced component package.
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Certificate of Completion
4.00 Hours credits  |  Certificate available
4.00 Hours credits  |  Certificate available