Jobsite Safety: Contractors and Non-Employees
- Continuing education credit hours 0.03
- Mobile-Friendly, Self-Paced Format
- Nationally-Accredited, Regulatory-Approved
Course Objectives
Know what you and other contractors, your employer and the clients for whom you work must do to create and maintain a safe workplace
Course Description
Companies must provide a safe workplace for all workers. This includes rules to prevent incidents that occur as a result of an unsafe condition or an unsafe act, or both. All incidents and injuries are preventable. This orientation will explain the rules in place to prevent incidents and provide a safe workplace. Ideal learners are all contractors and non-employees seeking access to sites that require this training.
Regulations/Board Approvals
OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry;
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
Jobsite Safety Training - An Overview
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), workplace injuries cost U.S. businesses a shocking $176.5 billion in 2023. This included $53.1 billion in lost wages and productivity, $36.8 billion in medical costs, and $59.5 billion in administrative expenses. For contractors, the risks are even higher. They face injury rates three times greater than regular employees.
Our Jobsite Safety Training is designed to help you avoid becoming part of these costly statistics. This course teaches you how to spot common hazards, follow essential safety protocols, use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly, and respond to emergencies on any work site. With this certification, you can improve your resume, increase your chances of getting better job opportunities, and create a safer workplace for all. Enroll now and gain the confidence, knowledge, and credentials to work safely and stand out in the job market!
Course Curriculum
Our comprehensive Jobsite Safety course delivers practical knowledge through these carefully designed units:
Unit 1: Safety Responsibilities and Rights
Discover your legal rights and responsibilities regarding workplace safety. Learn how safety obligations are shared between contractors, employers, and clients, plus how to exercise your right to refuse unsafe work without fear of retaliation.
Unit 2: Hazard Recognition and Risk Assessment
Master the skill of spotting potential dangers before they cause harm. This unit teaches you how to identify common jobsite hazards, evaluate their risk level, and implement appropriate control measures to minimize threats to worker safety.
Unit 3: Personal Protective Equipment
Explore the critical role of PPE in preventing injuries and illnesses. Learn how to select, inspect, use, and maintain various protective gear including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and specialized equipment for specific job tasks.
Unit 4: Emergency Response Procedures
Prepare yourself to act quickly and correctly during workplace emergencies. This unit covers evacuation protocols, fire safety, first aid basics, and communication procedures that could save lives when seconds count.
Unit 5: Communication and Documentation
Develop skills for clear safety communication across language barriers and organizational levels. Practice completing incident reports, safety checklists, and hazard notifications that protect both workers and companies legally.
Unit 6: Industry-Specific Hazards
Examine unique safety challenges in construction, manufacturing, and other high-risk industries. This unit addresses specialized equipment dangers, chemical exposures, and environmental hazards you might encounter as a contractor.
Benefits of the Course
According to the Texas Department of Insurance, for every $1 invested in effective safety and health programs, employers can save $4 to $6 through reduced injuries and illnesses. Sign up for our jobsite safety training today to explore the following benefits:
Increased Job Opportunities
Many premium job sites now require safety certification before you can even step foot on their premises. With this credential, you'll qualify for more positions and potentially command higher pay rates than uncertified competitors. For example, a Construction Supervisor (avg. salary: $95,168/year) or Safety Manager (avg. salary: $85,971/year) is in high demand across commercial and industrial projects. Other strong options include Site Inspector (avg. salary: $57,810/year) and Health & Safety Specialist (avg. salary: $85,570/year).
Legal Protection
Understanding your rights and responsibilities creates a safety net against potential legal issues. You'll learn documentation procedures, such as log safety inspections, report incidents, and maintaining hazard communication records, that protect you if questions arise about safety practices or incident causes.
Confidence in Any Environment
Moving between different job sites can be intimidating when each has unique hazards. Our jobsite safety training gives you transferable safety skills that apply across industries. These include hazard identification, risk assessment, PPE selection, and emergency response planning.
Prevention of Costly Accidents
Workplace injuries can destroy careers and financial security. With certification, you can master proactive safety practices, like personal protective equipment (PPE) use, fall protection systems, confined space protocols, and equipment inspection checklists. You'll also be able to avoid the medical bills, lost wages and career setbacks that often follow workplace accidents.
Why Choose LearnTastic as Your Jobsite Safety Course Provider
Not all safety certifications deliver equal value. LearnTastic is the first choice of contractors seeking recognized credentials, as our course is aligned with OSHA standards and accepted by major workplaces nationwide. Here's what makes us different:
Nationally Recognized
Our Jobsite Safety certification is accepted by 98% of employers nationwide, including major construction firms, manufacturing plants, and government contractors.
Earn Valuable CE Credits
Complete our course and receive 0.5 Continuing Education credits that count toward professional license maintenance in numerous trades and safety professions.
Mobile-Optimized Learning
Access course materials from any device, allowing you to study during downtime on current jobs without disrupting your income. Our platform remembers where you left off, making it easy to learn in short bursts.
Immediate Certificate With Lifetime Access
Never worry about misplacing your credentials. Your certification is securely stored in our digital system, available to verify or download whenever employers request proof of training.
24/7 Expert Support
Get answers when you need them most. Our safety professionals are available around the clock to clarify course material and help you apply concepts to your specific work situations.
Don't risk your career with substandard training. Choose the certification that employers trust and respect!
Who Should Enroll for This Training
Safety knowledge creates opportunities across industries and job roles. This course is especially valuable for:
Independent contractors and subcontractors
Construction workers and tradespeople
Temporary employees at industrial sites
Delivery personnel accessing restricted areas
Maintenance and repair specialists
Site visitors requiring safety orientation
Equipment operators and technicians
Safety supervisors and coordinators
Facility maintenance workers
Vendor representatives entering industrial spaces
Regulatory Boards
Our Jobsite Safety training meets or exceeds the requirements of major regulatory authorities, giving you confidence that your certification will be recognized wherever you work:
OSHA 29 CFR 1910: Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry
OSHA 29 CFR 1926: Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
UL certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products.
