OSHA Training in Washington, DC

 

OSHA.com offers OSHA training courses that are accepted statewide by Washington, D.C. The OSHA 10-Hour Training and OSHA 30-Hour Training courses below can be taken for all workers in Washington, DC that need OSHA training cards. In addition, if you relocate to another state, the same card will be honored there.

Click on the Enroll Now! Look for the course you want to take, register, pay online, and begin your course when you're ready. You can take the course at your own pace, login and log out as needed. The course is 100% online and is available 24×7.

Once you complete the OSHA Online 10-hour or 30-hour course, you may print out your certificate of completion immediately and you will receive your DOL Wallet Card by U.S. Mail within six to ten weeks.

OSHA Outreach 10-Hour Construction Industry Training

89 59.99

OSHA Outreach 10-Hour General Industry Training

89 59.99

OSHA Outreach 30-Hour Construction Industry Training

189 159.99

OSHA Outreach 30-Hour General Industry Training

189 159.99

Common Occupational Injuries in Washington, D.C.

According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a total of 13 fatal occupational injuries occurred in Washington, D.C. in 2017. 

The 13 fatal injuries happened in the following worksite areas:

  • 2 fatalities from Transportation incidents
  • 4 fatalities from falls, slips, and trips at the job site
  • 4 fatalities from contact with objects and equipment
  • 3 fatalities from other causes

Benefits of OSHA Training in Washington, D.C.

OSHA training in Washington, D.C. promotes safe conditions for everyone on the job site. OSHA's broad and general regulations must be followed by most businesses. OSHA offers additional highly detailed standards for specific industries, such as construction.  

The benefits of OSHA training in Washington, D.C. include more than meeting requirements and ensuring worker safety. Well-trained and knowledgeable staff are less likely to be injured. The overall staff becomes healthier, more productive, and more aware. 

OSHA training boosts morale, reduces turnover, and retains employees. Ensure your employees remain safe, healthy, productive, and happy by continuing their education of OSHA regulations. 

Having OSHA-trained employees in Washington, D.C. also helps employers avoid potential fines and financial burdens due to injured workers and workers not working under OSHA standards.  

Additional benefits:

  • Helps workers to identify hazards and potential workplace issues
  • Suggest approaches to workers for solving possible health and safety issues
  • It helps employers maintain a safe environment for all workers on the job site
  • Offer training and education for workers at your workplace that increases productivity and morale

OSHA Washington D.C. Training Requirements

Workers and employers in Washington, D.C. must meet federal OSHA regulations. Washington, D.C. does not have state-specific health and safety program. Therefore, all workers should be trained with regulated OSHA courses. 

For businesses and workers in Washington, D.C. under federal jurisdiction, OSHA requires training on specific safety standards based on the employee job activities.

DCORM recommends all workers meet the training requirements of federal standards.

Additionally, OSHA recommends outreach training courses. Washington, D.C. outreach courses are 10- or 30-hour safety orientations tailored to your industry. These courses are not required by OSHA, but some employers require an OSHA 10 "DOL card" for entry-level workers or an OSHA 30 card for supervisors.