Falling Objects Training & Certification

Hard Hat Training courses meet all training requirements set by OSHA or CSA.

Onsite training is for companies looking for hands on training on your own equipment at your location. We come to you (from Rexburg, Idaho) so travel expenses are included, because of this onsite training is best for groups of at least 5-10+ trainees.

Our Falling Object Hazards training course is regulation compliant, and our online version fulfills classroom training requirements. Each class contains sections on safety principles, controls, hazards, and more.

During this training, we will be taking a look at how to operate safely on job sites that have falling object risks like sites with scaffolding, cranes, other heavy machinery, and ladders. You will learn about the gravity principles acting on falling objects and loads. We will discuss how to eliminate falling object hazards using the hierarchy of controls.You will learn how to employ tool tethering and worksite controls to prevent equipment from falling at heights. We will be going over the proper personal protective equipment to wear on worksites with falling object hazards. Real, investigated workplace accidents will allow us to recognize these hazards and plan for them.

This presentation includes intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare for the final written exam included with the course. In addition to the written exam, this course also includes a checklist for employers to use when administering a practicalexam as required by OSHA.Though you will still need to familiarize yourself with all other applicable federal, state, and local standards, this training encompasses the following laws and regulations:

The train the trainer option is used to certify a trainer to teach others using the included training kit. It incorporates the online course with an additional train the trainer module, as well as the training kit. This option results in an OSHA compliant lifetime trainer certification from Hard Hat Training. This certification is not company-specific, meaning you can take it with you should you change employers.

In line with regulations, anyone who operates heavy equipment must receive training prior to operating the machine on their own. Requirements for refresher training and other processes are very specific. Most other equipment doesn’t have such specific OSHA training requirements, but it’s wise to follow the same guidelines.

When it comes to refresher health and safety training, the standards in some instances (like forklifts) are very specific: operators must be re-evaluated every three years to see if they are still competent to operate the equipment. Best practices say to apply this same rule to all types of equipment. A so-called “free-pass” cannot be awarded based on experience, age, or time on the job. The extent of the evaluation is to be determined by the employer but should include a written and practical examination that prove continued competency.