NAVFAC USACE 40-hour Contractor Safety Course

Description

NAVFAC/USACE 40-Hour Contractor Safety Course
This advanced training is designed for construction contractors working on projects managed by the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The course provides comprehensive instruction based on the USACE EM 385-1-1 safety manual, covering key topics to ensure safe practices across all project phases.

Course Overview:

• Duration: 40 hours

• Audience: Contractors, safety officers, and supervisors involved in NAVFAC or USACE projects

• Focus: Compliance with the EM 385-1-1 safety standards

Topics Include:

• General Safety Awareness: Principles of safety, incident reporting, and accident prevention

• Fall Protection: Hazard identification, use of fall arrest systems, and anchor point selection

• Excavation Safety: Trench safety, shoring, and protective systems

• Confined Space Entry: Entry procedures, atmospheric testing, and rescue readiness

• Hazardous Materials: Identification, handling procedures, and spill response

• Electrical Safety: Lockout/tagout procedures and safe equipment handling

• Crane & Hoist Operations: Proper signaling and operation practices

• Fire Safety: Prevention strategies, extinguisher use, and evacuation planning

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Appropriate selection and usage

• Occupational Health: Monitoring and managing workplace health hazards

This course equips participants with the knowledge to maintain a safe and compliant jobsite under federal contract guidelines.