Course Instructions and Outline

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Welcome!

Hi, and welcome to the course. I'm Steve Geigle and I'll be your online instructor for this course. If you are a safety manager, supervisor, committee member, or someone who is getting into the occupational safety and health field, this course will help you understand your important responsibilities related to the policies and best practices for fall protection.

Here's how it works (Read this... it's important!)

1. Pay the course fee. Not required for free training. The course fee is only $8 for a emailed PDF certificate, $18 for a mailed original certificate, or $24 if you want both. The fee covers the certificates, transcripts, my exam evaluations, and maintenance of your student records.
   Go to the OSHAcademy Store to pay for the course. Tip: You will save over 50% in course fees if you enroll in a Professional Development Certificate Program.

2. Study each course module. Just click on the links below. Note: If you enroll in a Professional Development Certificate Program, you will also receive PDF Study Guides for each course. You may leave the training within any module at any time. Just come back to this course outline page and resume studying where you left off.
3. Complete each module quiz. The quiz link is at the bottom of each module page. Each quiz is 5-10 questions. When you submit the quiz, a new web page will load with instant feedback on your answers. After you complete the quiz, start on the next module. There is no need to wait! No hurry either. You are in control of the pace of learning. Remember, if you have questions as you study, just send me an email.
4. Complete and submit the final course exam. Final exams are 25 questions. To meet OSHA requirements, you may have three attempts to pass the course final exam with at least a 70% score. Most final exam questions are derived from module quizzes. Study each quiz, and you will easily pass the exam.

OK, Let's go!

Have fun and study hard. To start, just click on the course links below. Remember, if you have questions, just send me an email.

Modules

Course Outline Module 1: Falling: truths and consequences Why we need protection from falling How do workers fall? How should we protect ourselves from falling? What is your fall-protection role? Module 2: Preparing to prevent falls Make fall protection part of your workplace safety and health program Prepare a safety and health policy Designate competent persons and qualified persons Summary: preparing to prevent falls Module 3: Identifying and evaluating fall hazards What is a fall hazard? How to evaluate fall hazards Summary: evaluating fall hazards Module 4: Supported and suspended access What is supported access? Portable ladders Supported scaffolds Aerial lifts What is suspended access? Adjustable-suspension scaffolds Crane- and derrick-suspended personnel platforms Module 5: Fall protection systems What is a fall-protection system? What to consider when selecting a fall-protection system Personal fall-arrest systems Module 6: Fall protection systems (continued) Personal fall-restraint systems Positioning-device systems Guardrail systems Safety-net systems Warning-line systems for roofing work Slide-guard systems Safety monitoring for roofing work Catch platforms Covers for holes Fences and barricades Protecting workers from falling objects Module 7: Fall Protection Training Why train workers about fall protection? Employers: your responsibility Required training for workers exposed to fall hazards Module 8: Inspection and Maintenance Caring for equipment Summary: inspecting, cleaning, and storing equipment Module 9: Rescue at Height Prompt rescue required Developing an emergency-response plan Summary: responding to falls Note: Do not submit the final exam prior to completing all modules. To receive a certificate, you must complete all modules and final exam. Take the Final Exam