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Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment, & Marine Operations Safety
Online Training Certificate Course
29 CFR 1926 Subpart O
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This course presents an overview of motor vehicles, mechanized equipment, and marine operations safety training. This course will help you understand regulations governing motor vehicles and mechanized equipment, including material-handling equipment, pile-driving equipment, and barges. Such equipment poses a serious threat to operator, worker, and site safety. Everyone at a worksite needs to understand the dangers related to the site's equipment. Employees also need to understand the required and recommended employer training and policies necessary to ensure safety at workplaces that large equipment. These efforts will improve site safety and reduce job-related injuries.
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Motor vehicles and mechanized equipment pose a serious threat to operators, workers, and site safety. It is critical that everyone on the worksite understands the dangers related to motorized machinery and be trained to identify and handle such hazards. These efforts will improve site safety and reduce job-related injuries and fatalities.
Case Study: Drugs and Alcohol in Fatal Work Crashes
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published a study titled "Fatigue, Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Medical Factors in Fatal-to-the-Driver Heavy Truck Crashes."
According to NTSB's toxicology reports:
- 33 percent of drivers who were fatally injured tested positive for alcohol or drugs
- Fatigue and fatigue-drug interactions were involved in more fatalities than alcohol and other drugs of abuse alone
- A disproportionately high percentage of drivers who used drugs are single, separated, or divorced
Key Takeaway: Driving while "under the influence" contributed to one-third of fatal injuries in this study. However, drugs and alcohol are not the only factors that can lead to fatal vehicle-related injuries: Fatigue also plays a key role in many accidents. How can your workplace promote safe, sober, and non-drowsy driving? Consider this and your role in workplace safety. By setting a good example yourself, you are contributing to a healthier workplace.
Governing Regulations
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, is charged with the enforcement of safety and health conditions of workers through the use of regulations published in the Code of Federal Regulations. OSHA regulations are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Part 1910 covers general industry regulations, while 1926 is designated for construction industry standards.
This online certification course is based on the regulations set forth in OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart H, as well as OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart N. Both subparts address safety standards for construction and general industry related to materials handling, storage, use, and disposal.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment, and Marine Operations Safety Training
- Common Hazards Related to Motor Vehicles in the Workplace
- NIOSH's Recommendations for Preventing Vehicle-Related Worker Fatalities
Equipment
- Types of Equipment
- General Safety Requirements
- Parking
- Tire Change Safety
- Power Line Safety
- Prior to Working Near Power Lines
- Minimum Clearances
- Crane Equipment
Motor Vehicles
- General Equipment Requirements
- Visibility
- Haulage Vehicles
- Vehicle Inspections
Material-Handling Equipment
- Types of Earthmoving Equipment
- Equipment Requirements
- Access Roadways and Grades
- Seatbelts
- Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS)
- Alarms
- Fenders
- Specific Effective Dates and Regulations Regarding Brakes and Fenders
- Excavating Equipment Requirements
- Lifting and Hauling Equipment Requirements
- Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training
- Additional Earthmoving Equipment Requirements
Pile-Driving Equipment
- General Pile-Driving Equipment Requirements
- Specific Pile-Driving Operating Safety Requirements
Marine Operations
- General Requirements for Longshoring Operations
- Barges
- Access to Barges
- Working Surface Safety on Barges
- First-Aid Equipment on Barges
- Emergency Equipment on Barges
- Diving on Barges
Additional Safety Measures and Information
- Site-Clearing General Requirements
- Employer Responsibilities
- Employee Rights
- Whistleblower Protection
Summary
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Exam
Most of our courses take about two (2) hours to complete. If a final exam is included, you should plan for an additional 30 minutes. Courses that require additional training time will clearly state that in the course title or description.
You’ll have unlimited access during your enrollment or access period. Most CTO courses must be completed within 90 days of purchase. OSHA-authorized Outreach Training provides up to 180 days to finish the course and required survey. Timeframes vary depending on the specific course and regulatory requirements. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Because our courses are self-paced, you can log in and out as needed and complete your training on a schedule that works best for you.
OSHA has not specified any time frame for required retraining for Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment, and Marine Operations Safety Training. Although, as there are several mentioned OSHA regulation standards - there may be additional required training or re-training that this course does not satisfy.
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