How is the course structured?

The course is divided into four modules covering OSHA fundamentals, workplace hazards and corrective actions, non-compliance indicators, and a final assessment and wrap-up. It includes interactive activities, short videos, workplace scenarios, quizzes, and a final assessment to reinforce learning.

How will this course support my professional development?

This course builds practical workplace safety knowledge that can help strengthen your awareness of OSHA standards, improve hazard recognition skills, and support safer decision-making in workplace environments across industries.

What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Basics

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Basics

Ce cours fait partie de Spécialisation "Workplace Conduct and Culture"

Instructeurs : Kriti Kamra

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Ce que vous apprendrez

Describe the purpose and scope of OSHA
Identify common workplace hazards addressed by current OSHA standards
Identify appropriate corrective actions for OSHA requirements, given a workplace scenario
Determine missing safety practices in a workplace scenario that might indicate OSHA non-compliance

Compétences que vous acquerrez

Catégorie : Health And Safety Standards
Catégorie : Safety Standards
Catégorie : Safety Training
Catégorie : Accident Prevention
Catégorie : Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Catégorie : Risk Analysis
Catégorie : Regulatory Compliance
Catégorie : Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)
Catégorie : Occupational Health

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Workplace safety is essential to every successful organization, and understanding OSHA standards is a critical first step in creating a safer work environment. This course provides practical, beginner-friendly training on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, helping learners build foundational workplace safety knowledge, and recognize common compliance expectations across industries.

You will learn the purpose of OSHA, employee rights and employer responsibilities, and how OSHA standards help prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. Through interactive activities, real-world scenarios, and guided assessments, you will explore workplace hazards, identify safety risks, connect hazards to corrective actions, and recognize indicators of OSHA non-compliance. Designed for beginners and frontline employees across industries, this course equips learners with the practical skills needed to identify unsafe conditions, understand workplace safety responsibilities, and contribute to a culture of compliance and prevention. By the end of the course, learners will be able to apply OSHA principles to identify hazards, evaluate corrective actions, and recognize when missing safety practices may indicate non-compliance. Enroll today to strengthen your workplace safety awareness and build foundational OSHA compliance knowledge.

This module introduces the fundamentals of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), helping you understand its purpose, scope, and role in workplace safety. You will explore employee rights, employer responsibilities, and how OSHA standards and enforcement work to prevent injuries and ensure compliance. By the end, you will have a strong foundation in OSHA regulations, preparing you to recognize workplace hazards and safety gaps in real-world scenarios.

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1 vidéo2 lectures2 devoirs2 plugins

1 vidéoTotal 4 minutes

Employee Rights and Employer Responsibilities Under OSHA4 minutes

2 lecturesTotal 5 minutes

Course Overview3 minutes
Key Takeaways: OSHA Essentials2 minutes

2 devoirsTotal 25 minutes

Practice Quiz: OSHA's Purpose, Rights, and Enforcement 10 minutes
Graded Quiz: OSHA Essentials15 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 10 minutes

Activity: OSHA’s Purpose, Mission, and Legal Authority5 minutes
Activity: OSHA Standards and Enforcement in Practice5 minutes

This module focuses on identifying common workplace hazards and understanding how OSHA standards address them. You will learn to recognize risks across different work environments, categorize hazards, and connect them to effective corrective actions for OSHA compliance. Through practical examples and interactive activities, you will build the skills to assess whether safety measures are adequate and take steps to reduce workplace risks.

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3 devoirs8 plugins

3 devoirsTotal 35 minutes

Practice Quiz: Common Workplace Hazards 10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Corrective Actions for OSHA Compliance 10 minutes
Graded Quiz: Workplace Hazards and Corrective Actions15 minutes

8 pluginsTotal 46 minutes

Activity: Overview of OSHA Hazard Categories5 minutes
Activity: Examples of Common Workplace Hazards by Category7 minutes
Activity: How to Observe Hazards in Your Work Area6 minutes
Activity: Recognizing Hazards in Different Work Settings5 minutes
Activity: Understanding Corrective Actions for OSHA Hazards 5 minutes
Activity: Hazard–Corrective Action Walkthroughs5 minutes
Activity: Is This an Effective Corrective Action?5 minutes
Activity: Key Takeaways: Workplace Hazards and Corrective Actions8 minutes

In this module, you will move from awareness to application by focusing on OSHA non-compliance indicators. You will learn how to spot missing safety practices, such as improper labeling, lack of PPE, or unsafe conditions, and analyze workplace scenarios to determine compliance gaps. By the end, you will be able to identify when OSHA requirements are not being met and understand what actions may be needed to improve safety.

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1 lecture3 devoirs6 plugins

1 lectureTotal 2 minutes

Reading: Why Non-Compliance Happens: Common Causes and Red Flags2 minutes

3 devoirsTotal 35 minutes

Practice Quiz: Introduction to OSHA Non-Compliance Indicators10 minutes
Practice Quiz: Determining Missing Safety Practices in Workplace Scenarios10 minutes
Graded Quiz: Identifying OSHA Non-Compliance Indicators and Missing Safety Practices15 minutes

6 pluginsTotal 35 minutes

Activity: Common Signs of OSHA Non-Compliance5 minutes
Activity: Non-Compliance Examples Across Work Settings7 minutes
Activity: How to Analyze a Scenario for Missing Safety Practices5 minutes
Activity: Scenario Breakdown Examples5 minutes
Activity: Steps for Evaluating a Scenario5 minutes
Activity: Key Takeaways: Identifying OSHA Non-Compliance Indicators8 minutes

This module consolidates key learning from the course, reinforcing core concepts such as OSHA regulations, workplace hazards, corrective actions, and non-compliance indicators. You will review essential takeaways, access additional safety resources, and complete a final assessment to demonstrate your understanding. This ensures you are prepared to apply OSHA principles and contribute to a safer, more compliant workplace.

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This course is ideal for beginners, employees, and professionals across industries who want to build foundational knowledge of workplace safety, OSHA standards, and hazard recognition in everyday work environments.

No prior knowledge is required. This course is designed to provide beginner-friendly, practical instruction on OSHA basics, making it suitable for individuals who are new to workplace safety concepts as well as professionals seeking a refresher on OSHA fundamentals.

You will learn the purpose of OSHA, employee rights and employer responsibilities, common workplace hazards, corrective actions for OSHA compliance, and how to recognize workplace situations that may indicate OSHA non-compliance.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.