OSHA 10 - General Industry

The OSHA 10-Hour General Industry course provides essential training on occupational safety and health topics. Designed for entry-level workers across a range of industries, this course covers hazard recognition, workplace rights, and employer responsibilities under OSHA regulations. Upon successful completion, students will receive an official OSHA 10-Hour General Industry card.

Award Type:

Certificate of Completion from Iowa Western Community College & OSHA Training Institute Education Center Certification

Learning Outcomes:

Interpret OSHA regulations
Perform risk assessments
Implement safety programs
Enforce safety policies
Develop training initiatives

Tuition:

$149.00

Length of Course:

10 contact hours & online, hybrid, face-to-face

Course Outline:

Day 1

Class Introductions
(0.5 hour)
Introduction to OSHA
(1 hour)
- OSHA’s Mission
- OSHA Standards
- Employer Responsibilities
- Worker Rights/Responsibilities
- Enforcing Standards
- Reporting Safety Hazards
- Whistleblower Protections
- Worker Resources
Walking and Working Surfaces
(1 hour total)
- Walking and Working Surfaces
- Fall Protection
Exits, EAP, Fire Prevention Plans, and Fire Protection
(1.25 hours)
- Exits
- EAP (Emergency Action Plans)
- Fire Prevention Plans
- Fire Protection

Day 2

Electrical
(1 hour)
- Electrical Standards
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
(1 hour)
- Personal Protective Equipment
Hazard Communication
(1 hour)
- Hazard Communication
Hazardous Materials
(1 hour)
- Hazardous Materials
Materials Handling
(1 hour)
- Materials Handling
Ergonomics
(1 hour)
- Ergonomics
Fall Protection
(1 hour)
- Fall Protection
Closing Remarks and Class Critique
(0.25 hour)

Admission Requirements:

None (Open Enrollment)

Instructor Qualification:

Instructor is registered, certified, or licensed in the occupational area in which the state requires registration, certification or licensure for the occupational area in which the instructor is teaching.

Educational Objective

Vocational/Professional - Prepares participants for workplace safety leadership and compliance roles in line with OSHA standards.

Attendance Requirements

Required attendance of 10 contact hours. Limited make-up allowed.