Introduction to Workplace Health, Safety, and OSHA Program
The Introduction to Workplace Health, Safety, and OSHA program is your guide to creating a culture of safety in the workplace. Students will receive a comprehensive review of the policies, procedures, and standards covered by OSHA 29 CFR 1910, which are geared toward the Safety and Hazardous waste specialist roles. You learn about the essential elements and requirements for managing a workplace safety and health program. The curriculum includes understanding the employer’s responsibility for worker safety, as well as worker’s rights to learn about the potential hazards of their job. In addition, the course covers multiple hazards one might encounter in various industries, from scaffolding to blood-borne pathogens. Students will learn essential safety procedures and protocols, machine guarding mechanisms, and industrial hygiene.
Credentials: Certificate of Completion
Program Length: 50 Hours
Program Cost: 3,150
Course Details
What You Can Learn
The Introduction to Workplace Health, Safety, and OSHA program consists of the following course details:
- Safety Technology with OSHA 10
- In this course, students will learn OSHA’s best practices for reducing accidents and injuries, including fall protection, emergency evacuation plans, and the use of personal protective equipment. Students will be introduced to major hazards encountered in the industry, which include flammable and combustible substances, chemical and electrical hazards, and fire prevention, as well as identifying solutions to recognize, control, and protect against them.
Certifications
Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the following certification:
- OSHA Training Institute: OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
*Certifications are not guaranteed and require successful completion and passing scores on the applicable assessments.
Career Responsibilities
The standard responsibilities of a Safety and Hazardous Waste Specialist include:
- Maintaining accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics reports to onsite management teams.
- Supporting management efforts to ensure compliance with all safety expectations and applicable federal and state regulations.
- Conducting risk assessments related to tasks performed and equipment introductions.
- Recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics.
Additional Program Details
Below are the available start dates for the Amazon Career Choice Introduction to Workplace Health, Safety, and OSHA program. The program modality is instructor-led, via live virtual sessions. This means you will be joining the class in real-time through video conference from the comfort of your own space.
| Start Dates | End Dates | Virtual Class Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2/22/2024 | 3/27/2024 | Thursday |
| 5/2/2024 | 6/5/2024 | Thursday |
| 7/18/2024 | 8/28/2024 | Thursday |
*To be considered for the program the following is required:
- Have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Have a genuine passion for the field of study
Apply Now
The Introduction to Workplace Health, Safety, and OSHA program is available for all eligible Amazon associates in select markets. Select a market below to begin the application process:
