OSHA Training

NEPPA is pleased to offer Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Courses throughout the year to ensure members meet the industry requirements set by OSHA 1910.269. In addition to offering OSHA Fundamentals 1, 2, 3 and 4, NEPPA also offers OSHA-10 General Industry and OSHA-10 Construction T&D. 

OSHA Fundamentals Courses

NEPPA’s OSHA Fundamentals courses were developed to enable members to cover annually required topics in one longer session
(vs. multiple 3-hour programs). These courses can be held at your site or at the NEPPA Training Center in Littleton, MA. 
  1. OSHA Fundamentals 1 (4 – 6 hrs):
    Hazardous Communication (HazCom i.e. Right to Know), Blood Borne Pathogens, Hearing Conservation
  2. OSHA Fundamentals 2 (4 – 6 hrs):
    Emergency Action & Evac. Plans, Fire Prevention Plan, Fire Extinguishers, Ladder Safety, Walking & Working Surfaces, Silica Protection
  3. OSHA Fundamentals 3 (4 – 6 hrs, for rescue practical):
    Lock Out/ Tag Out (LOTO), Switching & Tagging, and Job Briefings
  4. OSHA Fundamentals 4 (5 – 6 hrs):
    Forklift Training & Practical Demonstration

OSHA-10 General Industry Course

OSHA 10 General Industry is a 2-day course held at the NEPPA Training Center in Littleton, MA. Each day is 5 hours of training and includes lunch each day. The goal is to have a heightened awareness of the hazards associated with electric utility work and understand control measures to avoid injuries. Each participant will be given an OSHA 10-Hour Card after successful completion. 

 

 

 

Agenda

Sample agenda below is subject to change.

Day 1

08:00am – 09:15am FOCUS: Introduction to OSHA 1.25-hours
09:15am – 09:30am Break
09:30am – 10:30am FOCUS: Walking & Working Surfaces 1-hour
10:30am – 10:45am Break
10:45am – 11:45am FOCUS: Exit Routes, EAP, Fire Prevention & Protection 1-hour
11:45pm – 12:15pm Lunch
12:15pm – 01:15pm ELECTIVE: Ergonomics 1-hour
01:15pm – 01:30pm Break
01:30pm – 02:30pm ELECTIVE: Machine Guarding 1-Hour

 

 

Day 2

08:00am – 09:00am FOCUS: Personal Protective & Equipment 1-hour
09:00am – 09:15am Break
09:15am – 10:15am FOCUS: Electrical Hazards 1-hour
10:15am – 10:30am Break
10:30am – 11:30am FOCUS/Hazard Communication 1-hour
11:30am – 12:00pm Lunch
12:00pm – 01:00pm ELECTIVE: Material Handling 1-hour
01:15pm – 01:30pm Break
01:30pm – 02:30pm OPTIONAL: ARC FLASH/Insulate & Isolate 1-hour

If you are interested in taking this course please reach out to us at training@neppa.org or 978-540-2200.

OSHA-10 Plus T&D (Transmission and Distribution)

OSHA-10 Plus T&D is a 2-day course held at the NEPPA Training Center in Littleton, MA. Each day is 5 hours of training and includes lunch each day. This course includes general OSHA safety training as well as specific OSHA construction training focused on transmission and distribution. Each participant will be given an OSHA 10-Hour Card after successful completion. The Course Overview below is subject to change

    Course Topics to Include:

    • Introduction to OSHA
      – General Duty Clause
      – Employee rights and multi-employer workplaces

         – Record keeping
         – Penalties & citations
         – Competent person requirements
         – OSHA Resources
    • Training & qualification requirements
    • Health hazards including Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Communications, Noise Hazards, and Silica Hazards.
    • Hand tools and portable generators
    • Hazards including equipment and Trenching

     

    • Fall protection and ladders
    • Electrical hazards, Personal Protective Equipment, Conduction effective job briefings
    • Enclosed Space vs. Confined Space and Underground System Safety including rescue systems
    • Working on or near exposed energized parts
    • Struck-by hazards: Pole setting and tower installations
    • De-energizing lines and equipment, and grounding for protection
    • Substation safety
    • Gradient potential hazards

    If you are interested in taking this course please reach out to us at training@neppa.org or 978-540-2200.

    OSHA-10 Construction

    OSHA-10 Construction is a 2-day course held at the NEPPA Training Center in Littleton, MA. Each day is 5 hours of training and includes lunch each day. This course includes OSHA safety training as well as specific OSHA training focused on the construction industry. Each participant will be given an OSHA 10-Hour Card after successful completion. The Course Overview below is subject to change

      OSHA 10 CONSTRUCTION

      29 CFR 1926

      Scheduled Annually

      Course Length: 2-Day

       

      Who Should Attend:

      This course is recommended for lineworkers, operations or field personnel.

       

      Prerequisites:

      There are no prerequisites for this course.

       

      Program Overview:

      This 10-hour training course is a vital educational tool that equips industry professionals with the knowledge and skills to work safely, reduce hazards, and promote a culture of safety in the workplace. When you complete this course you will get your OSHA-10 Card.

      Topics Covered:

      • Introduction to OSHA
      • OSHA Focus Four Hazards
      • Personal Protective Equipment
      • Health Hazards in Construction
      • Stairways and Ladders
      • Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Elevators and Conveyors
      • Excavations
      • Materials Handling
      • Use and Disposal
      • Scaffolds
      • Tools (Hand and Power)

      If you are interested in taking this course please reach out to us at training@neppa.org or 978-540-2200.

      OSHA-30 General Industry

      The OSHA 30-Hour General Industry course provides comprehensive training on workplace safety and health standards to help participants recognize, avoid, and prevent common hazards. Through interactive instruction, case studies, and real-world examples, learners gain a deeper understanding of OSHA regulations and employer/employee responsibilities. This course equips supervisors, safety leaders, and workers with the knowledge needed to create safer, more compliant work environments. Each participant will be given an OSHA 30-Hour Card after successful completion of all days of classes. There are no prerequisites for this course and employees with little or no introduction to OSHA and its requirements are encouraged to attend.

        OSHA-30 General Industry

        Scheduled Annually, based on interest

         

        Course Length: 4-Day

         

        Who should Attend:

         

        • Supervisors and managers
        • Safety coordinators and safety committee members
        • Facilities and operations personnel
        • Human resources staff involved in safety programs
        • Maintenance workers
        • Machine operators
        • Any employee responsible for workplace safety and compliance
        • Individuals seeking their OSHA 30-Hour completion card

         

        Prerequisites:

        There are no prerequisites for this course.

         

        Agenda:
        Day 1 – Introduction & Core OSHA Requirements
        Day 2 – Physical Hazards & Basic Controls
        Day 3 – Work Environments & Health-Related Topics
        Day 4 – Safety Programs, Leadership & Final Requirements

        Topics Covered:

        • OSHA overview, worker rights, and employer responsibilities
        • Walking-working surfaces and fall protection
        • Electrical safety
        • Hazard communication (HazCom/GHS)
        • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
        • Exit routes, emergency action plans, and fire safety
        • Machine guarding
        • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
        • Confined spaces
        • Ergonomics and material handling
        • Industrial hygiene and health hazards
        • Workplace violence prevention
        • Recordkeeping (OSHA 300 logs)
        • Safety programs and culture development

        If you are interested in taking this course please reach out to us at training@neppa.org or 978-540-2200.

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