Landscape Bundle #3
$150.00
These are the courses included in the Bundle 3
Heat Stress in the Workplace
Course ID: HSW-1.2
Relevant Standards: Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, Section 5(a)(1)
Duration: 31 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Working Conditions, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), ABLE (Adaptive Branching Learning Engagement), Polish
Description: Working in high heat can cause a number of health issues, particularly for workers who are not acclimated to the conditions. This course will teach employees the hazards of working in high heat and how to minimize or eliminate those hazards. Employees will learn how to identify the hazardous health effects of high heat, methods to prevent those health effects and what to do if a co-worker exhibits symptoms of heat stress such as heat fatigue, heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. This course is intended for employees who, during the course of regular work duties, are exposed to high-temperature conditions for significant periods of time. This course is presented in English and Spanish.
Cold Stress in the Workplace
Course ID: CSW-1.2
Relevant Standards: OSHA General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1) of the OSHA Act
Duration: 16 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Working Conditions, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: People who work outdoors or in cold indoor environments such as walk-in freezers are frequently subject to cold, wet working conditions. Working in wet or cold environments can take a heavy toll on workers’ bodies and be hazardous to their health. Workers who work in wet in cold or wet environments must be able to prepare to work in these conditions. Learners who successfully complete this course should be able to identify factors that contribute to cold stress, recognize signs and symptoms of cold stress, and identify controls that can help prevent cold stress. This course is presented in English and Spanish.
Basic First Aid
Course ID: BFA-1.2
Relevant Standards: 29 CFR 1910.151, 29 CFR 1926.23
Duration: 37 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, Emergency Response, General Industry, Language Selector, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface, German, Portuguese, Mandarin
Description: Emergencies can happen any time, any place. This course will teach employees the basics of first aid procedures and how to apply them to real-world scenarios. Employees will learn how to identify the steps for conducting basic first aid. They will also learn how to recognize the symptoms and procedures for common first aid situations. This course is presented in English, Spanish, Bosnian, German, Portuguese, Polish, and Mandarin.
Personal Protective Equipment
Course ID: PPE-1.2
Relevant Standards: Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, Section 5(a)(1), General Duty Clause; Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, Section 5(a)(1), General Duty Clause; 29 CFR 1910.132; 29 CFR 1910.133; 29 CFR 1910.134; 29 CFR 1910.135; 29 CFR 1910.136; 29 CFR 1910.138
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, French, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface, German, Portuguese, Mandarin, Korean, Polish
Description: Personal protective equipment, or PPE, has been around throughout history in various forms. Even everyday clothing is a form of PPE, but many jobs and workplaces have unique hazards that require additional protection, such as gloves, boots, eye protection and many others. This course will teach employees to identify the need for PPE, define the concept of a hazard assessment, things to consider when choosing PPE, and the different types of PPE used to protect all parts of the body. This course is intended for general-industry employees who, during their regular work duties, are required to use personal protective equipment. This course is presented in English, Spanish, Bosnian, German, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin, European French, and Polish.
Hand and Pinch Point Safety
Course ID: PPE-2.2
Relevant Standards: 29 CFR 1910.138 Hand Protection
Duration: 24 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Equipment and Tool Safety, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), ABLE (Adaptive Branching Learning Engagement), V3 Interface
Description: While on the job, using a tool improperly or not paying attention while working around heavy machinery can lead to damaging various parts of a worker’s hands. Because of the complexity of the hand, repairing the hand to its previous abilities may be difficult. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an average of 140,000 hand injuries were reported in 2011 resulting in about 5 days away from work per injury. While most serious hand injuries occur as a result of physical trauma from machinery, other hand injuries can be caused by ergonomic hazards due to repetitive motion. While these injuries are less severe, they result in the most days away from work compared to other injuries. Learners who successfully complete this course will demonstrate knowledge of how to identify the types of hand hazards, methods of hand protection and types of gloves and their properties. This course is presented in English and Spanish.
Working Alone Safely
Course ID: GEN-3.2
Relevant Standards: N/A
Duration: 11 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, General Industry, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: Many employees work by themselves for at least part of their shifts, including delivery drivers, janitorial and housekeeping workers, home health workers, and many night shift employees. Working alone comes with its own safety and security hazards, and those hazards vary widely from job to job. It’s important for lone workers to know all of their responsibilities and what to do during an emergency so they can safely perform their job duties without supervision. Learners who successfully complete this course should be able to recognize who lone workers are and the hazards they may face. Learners should also be able to identify requirements and best practices for working alone. This course is presented in both English and Spanish.
Hand and Power Tool Safety
Course ID: HPT-1.2
Relevant Standards: 29 CFR 1910 Subpart P – Hand and Portable Powered Tools and Other Hand-Held Equipment
Duration: 24 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Equipment and Tool Safety, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), ABLE (Adaptive Branching Learning Engagement), German
Description: Tools are such a common part of our lives that it’s difficult to remember that they may pose potential hazards to our safety. This course will teach employees the importance of hand and power tool safety and how to achieve it. Employees who successfully complete this course should learn the common hazards of different types of hand and power tools, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and abrasive-wheel tools and how to minimize or eliminate those hazards. This course is intended for general industry employees who, as part of their regular work duties, are required to use or work around hand and power tools. This course can assist employers with meeting regulations outlined in OSHA’s regulations on hand and power tools. This course is presented in English, German, and Spanish.
Groundskeeping and Golf Course Maintenance Safety
Course ID: HSP-10.2
Relevant Standards: Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, Section 5(a)(1)
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Hospitality and Food Service, Language Selector, Municipal, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: Groundskeeping, landscaping and golf course maintenance duties involve a number of hazards that workers may not be aware of. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 190 grounds maintenance workers are killed and more than 15,000 are injured each year, a rate much higher than other industries. During this course, learners will receive an overview of the physical, chemical, and wildlife hazards associated with landscaping and groundskeeping, how to identify hazards that may require additional training, and the importance of understanding and using hazard controls. This course is intended for all workers who perform lawn and grounds maintenance tasks, particularly in hospitality settings such as golf courses, hotels and resorts. This course is intended as an introduction to the topic and may need to be supplemented with additional course titles, depending on the severity of hazards present in the workplace. This course is presented in English and Spanish.
Parking Lot Safety
Course ID: RET-3.2
Relevant Standards: OSHA General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1)
Duration: 16 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Hospitality and Food Service, Language Selector, Retail, Grocery, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: A parking lot is the first thing that customers see, making it a very important part of a good first impression. Parking lots can also present a number of hazards to pedestrians and vehicles. Keeping lots clean and well maintained, and ensuring employees are trained to deal with common hazards, is an important part of ensuring customers and employees are safe and happy. When this course is over, the learner should be able to identify best practices for parking lot maintenance and security, and appropriate responses to severe weather, accidents, and other outdoor incidents. This course was designed for employees in the retail industry and features examples and scenarios appropriate for the retail setting. It would also be appropriate for workers in hospitality, food service, and other facilities visited by the public. This course is presented in English and Spanish.
Lawn Mower and Lawn Care Safety
Course ID: OJS-2.2
Relevant Standards: N/A
Duration: 6 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Off The Job, Equipment and Tool Safety, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: For most people, lawn mower safety is a matter of common sense. Lawn care equipment is pretty standard, and most people get along with it just fine. Most of us understand there is a whirling blade under there that can cut through us just the same as it can cut through grass and that trimmers and edgers can cut through skin or launch projectiles. However, accidents do happen and people can still be injured while trying to maintain lawn equipment. Learners who complete this course will receive information on the common hazards associated with lawn care equipment and recommended safe operation practices.
Park and Landscape Maintenance Safety
Course ID: MES-3.2
Relevant Standards: OSHA 29 CFR General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1)
Duration: 13 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Municipal, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: Landscaping maintenance workers are at risk from a wide range of physical and exposure hazards, such as chemicals, noise, machinery, lifting, weather and construction-related hazards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has determined that landscaping is one of seven industries with high injury and illness rates. Workers who successfully complete this course will know the common hazards associated with municipal park and landscaping work and how to protect against them. Learners will be able to identify the physical and health hazards associated with park and landscaping work and their preventative measures. This course is intended for municipal park and landscaping workers and managers.
Severe Weather and Outdoor Work
Course ID: SVW-1.2
Relevant Standards: OSHA 29 CFR General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1)
Duration: 18 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Working Conditions, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: Many jobs require outdoor work on a regular basis, and working outdoors can be fun at times, but working out in the elements can range from pleasant to uncomfortable, to even dangerous during severe weather. Workers who successfully complete this course will demonstrate knowledge of severe weather hazards and how to react when severe weather strikes during work processes. Employees will learn to identify hazards associated with severe weather and standard protocols to follow during severe weather events. This course is designed for employees who, during their regular work duties, may be exposed to severe weather events. This course is presented in English and Spanish.
Hurricane Safety
Course ID: EMR-3.2
Relevant Standards: N/A
Duration: 18 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Working Conditions, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: Hurricanes and tropical storms are disruptive, dangerous events that can wreak havoc on entire regions. These storms can bring torrential rain, flooding, high winds and even tornadoes when they make landfall or move along the coast. They can also uproot trees, bring down power lines, damage or destroy buildings and infrastructure, and cause significant loss of life. Even a well-funded cleanup effort can take months or years. Fortunately, meteorologists can track hurricanes and forecast their expected path, giving the public several days to prepare before landfall. However, people have a much better chance of protecting themselves and their property if they have evacuation plans and supplies ready before a hurricane becomes a threat to their area. Learners who successfully complete this course should be able to recognize preparations to take in hurricane risk areas, identify steps to take before a hurricane arrives, and identify safety measures to take during and after a hurricane. This course is presented in both English and Spanish.
Slips/Trips/Falls
Course ID: STF-1.2
Relevant Standards: 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D
Duration: 16 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Fall Protection, French, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface, German, Portuguese, Mandarin, Walking and Working Surfaces, Polish
Description: Slips, trips and falls are a major source of injury in the workplace. According to the Department of Labor, slips, trips and falls are the most common type of accident in the workplace and are responsible for around 25% of all reported injuries. These injuries aren’t always minor either; slips, trips and falls are the second leading cause of accidental death in the workplace. This course will teach employees about slip, trip and fall hazards and what they can do to minimize or eliminate those hazards. Employees will learn to identify general OSHA safety requirements, guarding for floor and wall openings, issues with stairways, ladder, scaffolds, loading docks and how personal behavior affects safety. This course is presented in English, Spanish, Bosnian, German, Portuguese, Polish and Mandarin.
General Safety Orientation
Course ID: GEN-1.2
Relevant Standards: OSHA General Duty Clause; 29 CFR 1910.1020; 29 CFR 1910.1200; 29 CFR 1910.132; 29 CFR 1910.138; 29 CFR 1910.139; 29 CFR 1910.151
Duration: 23 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, Spanish, General Industry, Language Selector, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface
Description: Safety is important in the workplace, and individual employees play a vital role in ensuring their workplace is safe. Every employee can do his or her part to prevent injury by identifying hazards and correcting what they can correct, or notifying a supervisor about hazards they can’t correct on their own. Learners who successfully complete this course should be able to identify and recognize the need for safety and health programs and OSHA’s role in promoting them, common types of workplace hazards, the hierarchy of controls and its purpose, and general emergency preparation and reaction strategies. This course is designed for workers in any industry.
Back Injury Prevention: Lifting and Carrying
Course ID: SNP-409.2
Relevant Standards: N/A
Duration: 8 minutes
Additional Languages: Mobile Friendly, English, General Industry, Group Mode Enabled (For Sessions Only), V3 Interface, Safety Snippet (micro-learning)
Description: While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that back injuries in the workplace have declined in recent years, they remain one of the most common workplace injuries. In fact, about 15% of all workplace injuries that cause missed days of work affect the back. If you take the right precautions, however, you can keep your back healthy and avoid injury. When workers have successfully completed this course, they should be able to identify controls that can help them avoid back injury. This microlearning course addresses a specific aspect of a broader training topic. For a more complete training experience, see JSA-2: Back Injury Prevention.
