OSHA 503: Update for General Industry Outreach Trainers

  • Overview
  • Course Content
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Overview

OSHA 503: Update for General Industry Outreach Trainers

Course Description

Brush up on the latest OSHA standards and interpretations, Outreach Trainer Program Requirements, and safety and health topics in order to maintain your OSHA Authorized Outreach General Industry trainer status. To remain authorized, this course must be taken every four years prior to trainer expiration. Learn from industry experts and network with your fellow General Industry trainers to discuss effective adult training techniques and 10- and 30-hour class management.

Course Content

CURRENT OSHA OUTREACH PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL INDUSTRY

PROCEDURES

LATEST OSHA STANDARDS AND LETTERS OF INTERPRETATION

COMMON OSHA MYTHS

FOUNDATIONS OF SAFETY LEADERSHIP

EFFECTIVE TRAINING TECHNIQUES

Requirements & Materials
Important Information

Although enrollment in online OSHA numbered courses is restricted to students in OSHA's Region IV (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee), individuals who have an established relationship with Georgia Tech (have previously taken courses at Georgia Tech OTIEC), are not prohibited from registering for OSHA numbered online courses if they reside outside of OSHA's Region IV.

Prerequisites

Required

Materials

REQUIRED

This course requires an application and approval prior to registration close date. Instructions available on the website.

  •  A current Outreach Trainer card, transcript, or copy of certificate for the last OSHA 501 or OSHA 503 course attended. If expired, you will not be approved to take the class, and will be required to retake the OSHA 501 course. Additionally, if expired and the OSHA 511 was taken >7 years prior, the OSHA 511 will also be required.
  •  Photo identification upon course check-in

RECOMMENDED

  • Access to current version of OSHA 29 CFR 1910
  • Laptop computer, tablet, or smart phone
Course Restrictions

Prior to registration, login to your existing GTPE account or create a new GTPE account:

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Session Details

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for current Outreach Training Program trainers who have previously completed the OSHA 501 or OSHA 503 within the last 4 years.

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What You Will Learn

  • Updates for OSHA procedures, standards, and inspection policy
  • OSHA Outreach Training Program requirements and techniques
  • Health and safety program management strategies
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How You Will Benefit

  • Apply new or revised OSHA general industry Outreach Training Program safety and health policies, and procedures.
  • Supplement your ongoing safety and health program by learning about changes to OSHA standards and regulations.
  • Demonstrate continued professional development by applying adult learning principles and active training techniques Network with other authorized Outreach Trainers for best practices in training.
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The solid OSHA curriculum, fueled with hands-on training, and a strong professional network builds you for a successful safety career.

- Rodrigues "Rocky" Smith
Safety Manager

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