Safety Training Specialists offers a wide range of OSHA training courses for your industry.
We can help your business determine the proper amount of training required to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. We are available to teach training classes throughout the United States. Classes are common for the following California regions: Los Angeles, Orange County, Long Beach, Ontario, San Bernardino & Riverside.
Certified & Compliant
Meet and exceed ANSI/ASSE Z490.1-2016 and CA/Federal OSHA standards—including CFR, T8 CCR, Hazardous Materials code, and DOT code.
Expert Training
Certified experts with more than 30 years of experience. Letters of accreditation and certificates are available upon request.
Customized
Onsite customized training. Curriculum tailored to meet your site-specific needs.
Bilingual
All our classes are being offered in English and Spanish.
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Class Name
Description
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Emergency Response Training
The goal of this comprehensive training program is to prepare staff for emergencies in the workplace, thus ensuring a safe and effective response. Similar to the Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.).
10 or 30-Hour OSHA General Industry Worker Health & Safety
This course introduces OSHA policies, procedures and standards as well as construction safety and health principles. The course will review the scope and application of the OSH Act and General Duty Clause, as well as examine areas that are most hazardous.
T8 CCR 1509, 3203
10 or 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Course
This course introduces OSHA policies, procedures and standards as well as construction safety and health principles. The course will review the scope and application of the OSHA Act and General Duty Clause, as well as examine areas that are most hazardous.
T8 CCR 1509, 1510
Accident Investigation
When an accident happens in the workplace, a thorough and complete accident investigation must be conducted in order to prevent similar mishaps in the future, and to comply with legal and policy standards. As a supervisor or team leader, you are the person most likely to be called upon to investigate any accident that occurs in your work area. If that investigation is to be meaningful, it has to:
identify ALL of the causes of the accident; and
provide appropriate recommendations for corrective actions to either eliminate or control those causes
This module explains how to systematically gather and analyze the information you need to develop recommendations for preventing similar accidents. It also explains how you can use the information from an accident investigation to improve the way you manage health, safety, and the environment.
T8 CCR 3203
Aerial Devices/Scissor Lift Safety
Working on elevated surfaces while operating equipment is a significant cause of serious accidents. This course will examine the potential hazards, capabilities, limitations, safety features and operations characteristics of aerial devices and scissor lifts. Course will be equipment specific.
T8 CCR 3648
Americans with Disabilities Act
The goal of this presentation is to inform managers and supervisors of the key components of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Labor Law
Asbestos Worker Training (Class III)
Class III asbestos work means repair and maintenance operations, where “ACM”, including thermal system insulation and surfacing, is likely to be disturbed.
29 CFR 5208, 1926.1101(k)(9)
Asbestos Safety (Awareness Level)
Thousands of workers such as electricians, construction workers and maintenance personnel come in contact with, and work in environments where asbestos is present. The law requires awareness training with the purpose of preventing occupational injury or illness.
T8 CCR 1529, 5208 | 29 CFR 1910.1001
Back Injury Prevention Safety Lifting
The goal of this program is to increase the participant's knowledge of safe lifting techniques and other ways to prevent back strains and injuries.
T8 CCR 3203
Backhoe/Loader
This program will review the safety aspects of backhoe/loader equipment. Although many workers have previous experience operating a backhoe/loader, many serious accidents occur every year involving this equipment. These accidents are primarily caused by the lack of emphasis on the safety aspects of the equipment.
T8 CCR 1590-1596
Boom (Bucket) Truck Safety
Working on elevated surfaces while operating equipment is a significant cause of serious accidents. This course will examine the potential hazards, capabilities, limitations, safety features and operations characteristics of boom and bucket trucks. Course will be equipment specific.
T8 CCR 3648
Chlorine Safe Handling
The goal of this course is to thoroughly review the importance of Chlorine Handling Safety procedures. The program will also include inspection of a work area.
T8 CCR 5192, 5194
Confined Space Entry Training
The primary reason workers die during confined space entry is because of lack of thorough training. The goal of this program is to comprehensively address, in both theory and practical exercises, the vital knowledge necessary to safely participate in Confined Space Entry Operations.
The goal of this hands-on class is to prepare the individual to competently respond, and provide basic first aid to a sick or injured person until professional help arrives.
T8 CCR 3400, 1512 | 29 CFR 1910.151
Mobile Cranes Under 15,000 lbs.
The purpose of this classroom and practical hands-on training course is to increase employee awareness of the safety, engineering principles and safe operating practices regarding lifting equipment.NOTE: Training will be equipment specific.
T8 CCR 5006 | 29 CFR 1910.179-184
Drug & Alcohol Substance Abuse Program
Each employer shall provide to all designated supervisory personnel on reasonable suspicion on alcohol misuse and controlled substances. This training also includes supervisory personnel which supervises workers covered under the Employers Substance Abuse Policy which performs others safety-sensitive functions.
49 CFR FMCSA Part 40, Subpart 382.601-382.603
Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout Program
The purpose of this class is to familiarize employees with Lockout/Tagout processes.
T8 CCR 3314 | 29 CFR 1910.147
2018 Electrical Safety NFPA 70E Arc Flash
According to the National Safety Counfil, the devastating effects of electrical shocks and burns account for 30,000 non-fatal and more than 1000 fatal accidents each year.
T8 CCR 3314 | NFPA 70E
Ergonomics
The purpose of this course is to teach employees in office and manufacturing environments how to recognize and prevent repetitive motion injuries by utilizing the recommended safe work practices.
T8 CCR 5110
Evacuation Leader/Floor Warden Training
Program goals to train designated responsible persons to carry out your facility emergency evacuation plan. California and Federal OSHA Standards require organizations to train designated persons to perform evacuations and know the components of their emergency evacuation plan.
T8 CCR 3220
Fire Prevention/Extinguisher Use
The goal of this program is to increase the participant's knowledge of fire hazards and fire prevention methods. Participants will learn how to utilize fire extinguishers properly through hands-on instruction.
T8 CCR 3221, 6151 | 29 CFR 1910.157
Fire Watch Training for Hotwork
To properly train personnel responsible and designated to perform fire watch duties during; cutting, grinding, welding, and similar operations.
29 CFR 1910.252 | NFPA 51
HAZMAT First Responder Weapons of Mass Destruction
At the conclusion of this class, first responders will be able to recognize the potential presence of nuclear, biological, or chemical (NMB) warfare agents and implement actions to protect themselves and the public.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Forklift & Industrial Power Truck Operator Safety
The goal of this comprehensive employee training program is to prevent injuries and death due to falls while working on elevated surfaces.
T8 CCR 3668 | 29 CFR 1910.178
Forklift & Industrial Power Truck Train-the-Trainer Program
To participate in this class, one must posses a current Forklift Operator Certificate and be able to communicate and present information in front of a class.
T8 CCR 3668 | 29 CFR 1910.178
Good Manufacturing Practices Training Course
The goal of this program is to teach the essential elements of sanitation, hygiene and good manufacturing practices which are essential to the production and serving of food. The hands-on portion of the class will include an inspection of your facilities using the County Department of Health Check List criteria. Video and written tests are included with the various segments of the class.
21 CFR 110 | County Environmental Health
Hand & Power Tool Safety
The purpose of this module is to teach you to work with your coworkers to eliminate the incidents caused by hand tools and portable power tools. You will learn safe procedures and the causes of the most frequent incidents. You will also learn to control or eliminate hazards associated with hand tools and portable power tools.
T8 CCR 3556
HAZMAT Employee Training Program
The Federal Department of Transportation requires specialized training for employees who handle or transport hazardous materials. The goal of the modulized and function specific training is to throughly cover the aspects of safety and handling techniques in order to prevent disastrous accidents.
49 CFR 172 | Department of Transportation
Hazardous Materials First Responder (Awareness Level)
The goal of this course is to provide the essential information for individuals who are likely to witness or discover a hazardous substance release and who have been trained to initiate an emergency response sequence by notifying the proper authorities of the release.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazardous Materials First Responder (Operations Level)
The goal of this course is to provide likely first responders with an improved capability to respond to the Haz Mat events in a safe and competent manner, within the response resources and responder capabilities at the "Operations" Level.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazardous Materials First Responder (Technician Level)
In the Hazardous Materials Industry Technician course, we will provide you with the required skills and knowledge to effectively respond to industry hazardous materials events using necessary safety tactics in a professional, competent capacity. You will learn proper procedures for using field survey instruments and equipment, specialized PPE, and techniques for control, containment and/or confinement operations, as well as gain experience in rescuing injured or contaminated.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazardous Materials Incident Command System
This course provides the tools needed to assume control of an emergency response to a haz mat or WMD incident. It focuses on legal and practical requirements to safely and competently manage a haz mat incident. Completing this course exceeds the training requirements of state and federal OSHA HAZWOPER regulations. These regulations require many government agencies and private companies to train certain employees to manage an emergency response to a release or potential release of hazardous materials.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazardous Waste Handling
This course is designed to meet the requirements of facility personnel who handle hazardous waste. Employees must successfully complete the program requirements listed below within six months after the date of their employment. Annual refresher training is also required.
T22 CCR 66262.34(01)(2) | 40 CFR 260-265
Hazardous Waste Operator Worker Training (HAZWOPER)
This course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to safely and effectively work at an uncontrolled hazardous waste site and/or a post-emergency clean-up operation. Curriculum is based on the California Specialized Training Institute.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hearing Conservation
The goal of this workshop is to inform employees of the benefits of a Hearing Conservation Program and the purpose of Audiometric Testing.
T8 CCR 5095 | 29 CFR 1910.95
Heat Illness Prevention
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal OSHA) has submitted proposed emergency regulations for heat stress management to the state Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board and has asked the board to adopt them immediately. California law requires employers to identify and evaluate workplace hazards and take the steps necessary to address them. This is mandatory training.
T8 CCR 3395
Hydrogen Sulfide Safety (H2S)
The goal of this course is to teach employees how to recognize where H2S is likely to be encountered, and the safe operation practices to prevent exposure which can lead to severe injury or death.
T8 CCR 5194 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Laboratory Safety
The goal of this course is to establish a program that addresses specific laboratory hazards. This training highlights the principles of laboratory safety and provides a thorough review of the written chemical hygiene plan.
T8 CCR 5191 | 29 CFR 1910.1450
Lead Training (Awareness Level)
The purpose of this course is to teach employees how to identify, and utilize safe work practices in response to lead exposure while performing their duties.
T8 CCR 1532 | 29 CFR 1910.1025
Machine Guarding Safety
The goal of this course is to provide a wide spectrum overview knowledge to Supervisors, Managers and Maintenance Personnel on the importance of effective machine guarding methods.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, thousands of workers employed in an office environment suffer occupational injuries and illnesses. The goal of this course is to elevate worker awareness regarding methods that will facilitate their ability to recognize hazards and prevent accidents. This one-hour multi-media presentation covers, in a concise manner, the most common hazards to which office employees are exposed.
T8 CCR 3203
Principles of Emergency Management
The purpose of this workshop is to thoroughly familiarize management personnel with crucial elements on your disaster plan and emergency management methods.
T8 CCR 3220
Punch-Press & Press Brake
The goal of this course is to review, with the new and experienced operators, the capabilities, limitations and safe operating principles of Punch Press and Press Brakes.
T8 CCR 4303 | 29 CFR 1910.217
Regulatory & Safety Program Management for Supervisors
The goal of this program is to increase the awareness of basic accident prevention methods. It teaches how to develop, implement, and maintain an effective safety program. This program will provide individuals with safety responsibilities the current methods of safety program management and a solid comprehension of Title 8 California Code of Regulations 3203. THIS PROGRAM IS A MUST FOR ALL SUPERVISORS, MANAGERS, AND LEAD PERSONNEL
The goal of this training session is to emphasize the importance of the proper selection, use, sanitation and storage of respirators.
T8 CCR 5144 | 29 CFR 1910.134
Qualified Signal Person and Rigger Training
The purpose of this course is to communicate the fundamental skills critical to safe rigging and material handling safety. The course will cover lecture, PowerPoints, DVD, practical application, and will be tailored to cover your rigging techniques relevant to your opeation. Additional hands-on practical application exercises will be conducted to reinforce these very importanat skills.The employee must provide rigging equipment, sample materials, and a safety wroking area. Hard hats, safety vests, and gloves will be required. If warranted, your insturctor will offer recommendations reagarding equipmeent and safe work practices.This is not a certified crane operator course; however, it places emphasis on the very important concepts and practices.
T8 CCR 5003, 5042-5048
Scaffolding Safety Program
Serious injuries and deaths occur as a result of not being trained on the hazards and safe practices of using scaffolds. The goal of this program is to teach the hazard recognition and the safe methods of working with scaffolding and to prevent injuries and deaths.
T8 CCR 1637
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
The goal of this course is to increase the employee's familiarization with, and confidence in, the use of the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).
T8 CCR 5144 | 29 CFR 1910.134
Sexual Harassment Training
The purpose of this presentation is to clearly present the new legal requirements mandated by state law, in order to educate your employees, supervisors, and managers. the goal is to prevent and help to eliminate this potential serious problems from your workplace. It is recommenced that a representative of the Human Resources Department be present at these meetings.
Assembly Bill (AB) 1825 Fair Employement & Housing Act, Government Code Section 12940(a), (h), and (i)
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
The goal of this course is to thoroughly review the facilities storm water pollution control plan and best management practices with the persons which have an active roll in implementing the plan.
California State Water Resources Control Board
Traffic Control Flagger, Barricades & Warning Signs
Each year hundreds of workers are injured or killed while working on California roadways. This program has been designed to provide standards and guidelines, as well as effective methods of creating safe and workable traffic control zones for roadway construction and maintenance operations. The safe methods, techniques and applicable State of California Motor Vehicle Code requirements of the traffic controls for construction and maintenance work zones will be covered.
T8 CCR 1597-1599
Trenching & Shoring (Competent Person)
According to statistics, many workers lose their lives unnecessarily by being crushed or suffocated while working in trenching and excavating operations.The goals of this program are to provide specific knowledge about soil classifications, protective systems, and recognition of excavation hazards to enable workers to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate possible hazards.
T8 CCR 1540, 1541
Active Shooter - Violence in the Workplace
This course will cover active shooter procedures and protocols to follow in the event of this type of emergency. We will examine the issues of workplace violence, the fastest growing cause of injury and death in most states. Managers, supervisors, or anyone else who hires and fires will learn how they can reduce the risk of violence at their company.
T8 CCR 3203
Welding and Compressed Gases Safety Program
Although most welders have previously completed a trade apprenticeship program, the law requires employers to conduct and document training efforts. The purpose of this program is to review the hazards and Safe Work Practices, and perform an inspection of the work area.
T8 CCR 4799 |29 CFR 1910.251
Mobile Crane Operator Training
The goal of this comprehensive employee training program is to prevent injuries and death due to falls while working on elevated surfaces.
ASME B 30.5 | 29 CFR 1910.180, 1926.550
Safety Inspection & Hazard Recognition Techniques
This course is designed for individuals required to perform equipment and facility inspection and prepare reports for corrective actions.
Hazardous Waste Worker Management & Supervisor Training
On-site management and supervisors directly responsible for, or who supervise employees engaged in, hazardous waste operations, shall receive 40 hours initial training, and three days of supervised field experience. The training may be reduced to 24 hours and one day if the only area of their responsibility is employees covered by subsections (e)(3)(B) and (e)(3)(C). These individuals will receive at least eight additional hours of specialized hazardous waste operations management training at the time of job assignment on such topics.
T8 CCR 5192 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazard Communication - GHS
This course will provide the essential information for individuals responsible for implementing and conducting a Right-to-Know training program. Topics include regulatory overview, toxicology, understanding SDS, NFPA/HMIS systems and Personal Protective Equipment.
T8 CCR 5194 | 29 CFR 1910.1200
Silica Worker & Supervisor Training
Designed to comply with respirable crystalline silica OSHA & Cal OSHA training requirements.
T8 CCR 1532.3
Heavy Equipment Training: Bobcat - Excavator - Front Loader
The goal of this training is to highlight hazard recognition, safe transportation, inspection procedures, and safe work practices.NOTE: This is not a new operator training course.
T8 CCR 1510, 3203
DOT Hazmat Driver Training
This course is intended for all drivers who transport hazardous material in over-the-road vehicles. Since the majority of hazardous materials are transported by motor vehicles, and the majority of hazmat accidents are on the nation's highways, all over-the-road vehicle drivers must participate in Driver Training, General Awareness, Function-Specific and Safety training. Drivers must also meet the requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. A Commercial Driver's License with a hazardous materials endorsement is also necessary.
49 CFR 172 | Department of Transportation
Confined Space Rescue Training
According to NIOSH, 50% of the workers who die are attempting to rescue a fellow worker. This course increases knowledge of hazards associated with permit-required confined space entry.Topics include the OSHA required confined space entry standard, hazards associated with entry procedures, personal protective equipment, ventilation and purging requirements. Furthermore, it will meet the rescue requirements of 29 CFR 1910.146 and NFPA 1670 (Technical Rescue).Following successful completion, the student will have the skills and knowledge to perform confined space rescues and assist emergency responders.The training will be accomplished through lecture, manipulative skill demonstration/performance, scenario participation and the use of atmospheric monitoring equipment and various rescue equipment.
T8 CCR 5157, 5158 | 29 CFR 1910.146
Defensive Driving Course
The goal of the Defensive Driving Course is to reduce the frequency and severity of costly motor vehicle accidents. The intent is also to reduce the organization liability and insurance cost by educating the drivers on the safety of performing their job. We use J.J. Keller, Inc. materials which is the nationally recognized leader in transportation safety.The course will include video, discussion, hands-on demonstrations, and a written exam so the employer maintains the legally required training documentation for their drivers.
T8 CCR 3203
COVID-19 Pandemic Training Program
COVID-19 Pandemic Comprehensive Program includes:
Written program policy and procedure for COVID-19 and use of respiratory protection N-95 masks.
Supervisor/Management training module for persons responsible for implementation and compliance (3 Hours).
Worker training module covering company policy, producing CDC guidelines and proper use of respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (1.5 Hours).
OSHA | Cal/OSHA | CDC Guidelines
Workplace Violence Prevention Training
This course will cover workplace violence prevention policies and protocols, including active shooter procedures to follow in the event of an emergency. The course will examine the impact of workplace violence, types of workplace violence, and OSHA and state requirements. Participants will learn to develop a written workplace violence plan, recognize risk factors and warning signs of violence, and implement strategies to prevent and reduce workplace violence. The training will also cover response actions and training employees on workplace violence.
T8 CCR 3203
Fall Protection Training
The goal of this comprehensive employee training program is to prevent injuries and death due to falls while working on elevated surfaces. This will help workers on ladders, scaffolding, risers, and open elevated areas.
