EM 385-1-1 40 Hour Training

Supports compliance with the updated EM 385-1-1 (2024) standards required for USACE construction projects.
Designed for construction workers, supervisors, contractors, and safety professionals.
Required training for undertaking construction projects on military sites.
Learn at your own pace and on your own schedule with an internet connection.
Receive your certificate instantly upon course completion.
Select from SCORM-compliant, online streaming, virtual instructor-led, or in-person learning formats.

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31-100	$297.49

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Marcus Fernando

Quality Control Manager

A professional training course, I feel, is suitable for anyone working on government or military projects. Highly recommended for safety and compliance.

Alisha Patel

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

I particularly appreciated the animation content as it gave me a better understanding of the concepts, and the examples made it easier to relate the content to real-world situations, some of which I have faced in my work.

Brian Cho

Civil Engineer

The online format was surprisingly engaging for this very substantial topic. The content was relevant and current, and I feel much more confident managing safety on the sites.

Logan Mitchell

Safety Compliance Coordinator

This course comprehensively described the many regulatory requirements of EM 385-1-1, which helped me bridge the gap between field work and theoretical regulations. I now feel far more confident in applying and enforcing safety practices that align with EM 385-1-1 expectations.

Emily Reed

SSHO Trainee

Great training option for new safety professionals!

Course Facts

What You Get

Certificate of Completion

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Training Duration

40 Hour(s)

Learning Type

100% online, available 24/7

Course Access Validity

3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.

Device Support

Certificate Validity

12 months, before a refresher is required.

Success

Our EM 385-1-1 40-Hour Online Training Course educates workers, supervisors, contractors, and safety professionals on how to work safely on military construction sites. Our 40-hour EM 385-1-1 Training provides learners with a deeper understanding of the safety and health requirements outlined in the updated 2024 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1.

This EM 385-1-1 Training is frequently considered a contractual requirement on Department of Defense (DoD) projects and is recognized industry-wide as a mandatory qualification for personnel in safety-sensitive roles. Our 40-hour course fully explains the EM385 standards, including the changes as specified in the updated 2024 EM 385-1-1 manual, and prepares individuals to fulfill their duties in a competent, compliant, and safety-focused manner.

Whether you are seeking to meet contractual obligations, qualify for future DoD work, or advance in a safety-related career, this course provides the foundation you need to understand and apply EM 385-1-1 safety standards in real-world construction environments.

Who Can Benefit from this EM 385-1-1 Online Training Course?

Our EM 385-1-1 Training Certification is important for anyone working on federal or military construction projects where compliance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) safety standards is mandatory. This online course is developed for individuals in the following roles.

Contractors and subcontractors involved in construction, demolition, environmental remediation, and service contracts under military or federal agencies.
Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHOs) who are responsible for implementing and managing site-specific safety programs in accordance with EM 385-1-1.
Construction managers, foremen, and supervisors who oversee workers and ensure project safety compliance.
Government and military personnel involved in project oversight, safety enforcement, or contract administration on USACE job sites.
Quality control managers, project engineers, and safety consultants who must interpret and apply EM 385-1-1 requirements in field operations.

This course covers a wide range of topics, including accident prevention plans, activity hazard analysis, personal protective equipment, fall protection, excavation safety, electrical hazards, confined space entry, marine and diving operations, and emergency preparedness. Learners will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to:

Interpret and apply EM 385-1-1 regulations to daily jobsite operations,
Support and enforce a compliant safety culture,
Develop required documentation such as Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and Accident Prevention Plans (APPs), and
Fulfill the safety training requirements for workers, competent persons, supervisors, and SSHOs on federal worksites.

Course Objectives

After completing the course, the learner will be able to:

Identify the key factors that contribute to substance use disorders.
Explain the purpose, structure, and applicability of the EM 385-1-1 manual.
Understand the different regulatory frameworks for military construction and service contracts.
Identify the qualifications and responsibilities of Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHOs) and other key personnel.
Develop and implement a compliant Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for construction tasks.
Understand best practices to avoid Slips, trips, and falls associated with walking and working surfaces.
Prepare a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) covering safety responsibilities.
Recognize and mitigate common workplace hazards on USACE job sites.
Apply fall protection requirements for various construction activities.
Explain confined space entry protocols.
Apply electrical safety procedures and standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO).
Ensure proper selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Explain how to safely inspect, use, and maintain scaffolding and ladders.
Apply excavation, trenching, and underground construction safety standards.
Understand site safety inspections and audits, record hazards and deficiencies, issue corrective actions, and follow up.
Implement fire prevention and protection controls.
Coordinate emergency response procedures.
Outline requirements and safe use for pressurized equipment and systems.
Recognize safety protocols for excavation, trenching, and underground work.
Apply marine safety standards for floating plant operations.
Understand and implement diving operations safety requirements.
Identify and manage hazards in specialized safety areas.
Explain effective emergency operations and preparedness strategies.

EM 385-1-1 Training Course Syllabus

This EM 38-1-1 Training Course consists of 23 modules with over 100 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.

Course Content

Lessons

Introduction

Module 1 : Introduction to EM 385-1-1 and Safety Culture

Lesson 1: Overview of EM 385-1-1 and Its Purpose
Lesson 2: SOH Program Management for USACE Personnel
Lesson 3: SOH Program Management for Contractors

Module 2 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 1 and 2 - Safety and Health Program Management

Lesson 4: Developing a Site-Specific Safety & Occupational Health (SOH) Plan
Lesson 5: Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Communication
Lesson 6: Safety and Health Program Management
Lesson 7: Risk Management
Lesson 8: Inspections and Observations
Lesson 9: Pre-Job Briefing and Early Reporting
Lesson 10: OSHA Inspection Procedures
Lesson 11: Reporting and Incident Investigation
Lesson 12: OSHA 300 Recordkeeping and Reporting

Module 3 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 3 - Sanitation, Medical, and First Aid Requirements 

Lesson 13: Medical and First Aid Requirements
Lesson 14: Bloodborne Pathogen Disease Awareness
Lesson 15: Vector-Borne Disease Awareness

Module 4 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 4 - Temporary Facilities and Site Conditions 

Lesson 16: Temporary Facilities on Military Construction Sites
Lesson 17: Access and Haul Road Requirements for Temporary Facilities

Module 5 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 5 - Personal Protective and Lifesaving Equipment 

Lesson 18: Fundamentals of a PPE Program
Lesson 19: Respiratory Protection
Lesson 20: Particulate Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Lesson 21: PPE for the Head, Eyes, Face, and Ears
Lesson 22: PPE for the Hands, Feet, and Body
Lesson 23: Chemical Protective Clothing
Lesson 24 Electrical Protective Equipment

Module 6 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 6 and 36 - Hazardous Materials 

Lesson 25: Understanding the Risks-Health Hazards in Construction
Lesson 26: Introduction to Hazard Communication
Lesson 27: Hazard Classification
Lesson 28: Chemical Labels and Safety Data Sheet
Lesson 29: Asbestos Awareness
Lesson 30: Understanding Lead Hazards
Lesson 31: Hazards of Crystalline Silica Exposure
Lesson 32: Hexavalent Chromium Awareness
Lesson 33: Corrosive Safety
Lesson 34: Carbon Monoxide Awareness
Lesson 35: Flammable and Combustible Liquids
Lesson 36: Noise Control and Hearing Conservation
Lesson 37: Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response

Module 7 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 7 and 8 - Site Lighting, Signage, and Traffic Control 

Lesson 38: Standards for Worksite Lighting and Visibility
Lesson 39: Accident Prevention Signs, Tags, Labels, and Signals

Module 8 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 9 - Fire Prevention and Protection 

Lesson 40: Significance of Fire Safety
Lesson 41: Identifying Fire Hazards on Federal and Military Construction Sites
Lesson 42: Fire Prevention
Lesson 43: Fire Protection
Lesson 44: Fire Suppression Equipment and Systems
Lesson 45: Emergency Action Plans

Module 9 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 10 – Welding and Cutting

Lesson 46: Hot Work for Construction
Lesson 47: Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Safety Awareness
Lesson 48: Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety

Module 10 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 11 and 12 – Electrical Safety and Hazardous Energy Control 

Lesson 49: Electrical and Electrocution Hazards
Lesson 50: Types of Electrocution Hazards
Lesson 51: Electrical Arc Flash Awareness
Lesson 52: Employer and Employee Responsibilities
Lesson 53: Controlling Electrical Hazards- Engineering Controls
Lesson 54: Controlling Electrical Hazards- Administrative Controls
Lesson 55: Hazardous Energy
Lesson 56: Controlling Hazardous Energy

Module 11 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 13 - Tools and Equipment Safety 

Lesson 57: Hand and Power Tool Safety
Lesson 58: Health Hazards Associated with Hand and Power Tools
Lesson 59: Safety in Specific Tool Categories of Hand and Power Tools

Module 12 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 14 - Material Handling, Storage, and Disposal 

Lesson 60: Best Practices for Material Handling in Construction
Lesson 61: Mechanical Material Handling
Lesson 62: Material Storage
Lesson 63: Material Disposal

Module 13 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 15 and 16- Rigging and Load Handling Equipment 

Lesson 64: Rigging Principles
Lesson 65: Rough Terrain Forklift Safety
Lesson 66: Cranes Operation and Safety
Lesson 67: Derricks

Module 14 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 17, 27, and 28 - Demolition, Renovation, and Specialized Construction Activities 

Lesson 68: Safe Demolition and Renovation
Lesson 69: Concrete and Masonry Safety
Lesson 70: Safe Roofing and Wood Construction Practices
Lesson 71: Guidelines for Structural Steel Erection Safety
Lesson 72: Steel Erection Hazards

Module 15 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 18 - Vehicles, Machinery, and Mechanized Equipment 

Lesson 73: Low-Speed and Utility Vehicle Safety
Lesson 74: Safe Operation of Trailers, Dump Trucks, and Specialty Vehicles
Lesson 75: Driving in Extreme Weather Conditions
Lesson 76: Defensive Driving
Lesson 77: Distracted Driving
Lesson 78: Vehicle Inspections

Module 16 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 21,22,23, and 24 - Fall Protection

Lesson 79: Regulations and Statistics on Falls in Construction
Lesson 80: Competent Person for Fall Protection
Lesson 81: The Fall Protection and Prevention Plan
Lesson 82: Science of Falls
Lesson 83: Fall Hazards in Construction
Lesson 84: Fall Hazard Controls (Part I)
Lesson 85: Fall Hazard Controls (Part II)
Lesson 86: Fall Hazard Controls (Part III)
Lesson 87: Types of Fall Protection Systems
Lesson 88: Additional Systems for Fall Prevention in Construction
Lesson 89: Rescue Plan for Fall Prevention

Module 17 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 34 - Confined Spaces

Lesson 90: What is a Confined Space?
Lesson 91: Confined Space Hazards
Lesson 92: Regulatory Requirements
Lesson 93: Confined Spaces Program
Lesson 94: Hazard Controls and Safety Precautions
Lesson 95: Rescue and Emergency Procedures

Module 18 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 20- Pressurized Equipment and Systems

Lesson 96: Regulatory Requirements for Pressurized Equipment and Systems 
Lesson 97: Working with Pressurized Equipment and Systems 
Lesson 98: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Pressurized Systems

Module 19 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 25 and 26 - Excavation, Trenching, and Underground Construction

Lesson 99: Regulatory Requirements for Excavations and Trenching 
Lesson 100: Soil Classification
Lesson 101: Excavation and Trenching Safety
Lesson 102: Protective and Support Systems for Excavations and Trenching
Lesson 103: Regulatory Requirements for Underground Construction, Shafts, and Caissons
Lesson 104: Underground Construction, Shafts, and Caissons Safety

Module 20 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 19 - Floating Plant and Marine Safety 

Introduction to Floating Plant and Marine Safety
Vessel and Floating Plant Safety Equipment

Module 21 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 30 - Diving Operations

Module 22 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 29, 31, 32, and 33 - Specialized Safety Areas 

Module 23 : EM 385-1-1 Chapter 37 - Emergency Operations and Preparedness 

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

All our courses are designed to take a specific amount of time. However, some students may complete this online training course much faster than others. It will take around 40 hours to complete.

This EM 385-1-1 Training course is vital because:

It provides full compliance with USACE and DoD site-specific safety standards for military and government construction contracts, effective March 2024.
It provides essential initial certification for key personnel like contractors, supervisors, and safety personnel, and it especially qualifies SSHOs.
It educates learners on hazard recognition, regulatory compliance, and managing safety programs such as AHAs, APPs, PPE, and fall protection.

The U.S. federal government and its agencies do not officially approve or endorse any EM 385-1-1 training courses. Therefore, no course provider can offer a certificate with formal government approval.

The requirement is that any individual on a federal or military construction site must receive education that meets specific safety standards aligned with the occupational health and safety manual EM 385-1-1. Upon successfully completing this course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by the HAZWOPER OSHA Training LLC.

There are no prerequisites to this course.

This online course is developed for individuals in the following roles.

Contractors and subcontractors involved in construction, demolition, environmental remediation, and service contracts under military or federal agencies.
Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHOs) are responsible for implementing and managing site-specific safety programs in accordance with EM 385-1-1.
Construction managers, foremen, and supervisors who oversee workers and ensure project safety compliance.
Government and military personnel involved in project oversight, safety enforcement, or contract administration on USACE job sites.
Quality control managers, project engineers, and safety consultants who must interpret and apply EM 385-1-1 requirements in field operations.

EM 385-1-1 40-Hour training encompasses OSHA standards but is considerably more stringent because it includes standards outlined by several other regulatory bodies, such as NFPA, EPA, DOT, ANSI, and UFGS. It also addresses some topics not covered in OSHA training, including accident prevention plans, program management, and military job site inspections.

Certificate of Completion: Yes, you will receive it immediately after passing the final exam. You can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.

Validity: Yes, the course certificate expires within one year.

Renewal: Simply take this same course before expiry date on your certificate to maintain compliance and stay current on occupational health and safety best practices at military construction sites.