EM 385-1-1 16-Hour Training for Workers

Aligns with the updated EM 385-1-1 (2024) standards required for USACE construction projects
Mandatory training for workers in non-supervisory roles on U.S. military construction projects
Available in: English | Español
Study at your own pace, anytime and anywhere with internet access
Choose your preferred format from SCORM-compliant online modules, streaming content, virtual instructor-led sessions, or in-person classes.

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CEU:
1.6

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$114.99/Seat

16 Hour(s) Course

$114.99

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Employee

Per Seat

2-10

$113.84

11-20

$112.69

21-50

$111.54

51-100

$109.24

101-250

$106.94

Employee	Per Seat
2-10	$113.84
11-20	$112.69
21-50	$111.54
51-100	$109.24
101-250	$106.94

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Darell Foster

Heavy Equipment Operator

Excellent training! The course broke down complex safety procedures into simple steps that every worker can apply daily.

Ranjan Nair

Electrical Technician

This training made me more aware of the small things that can cause major accidents. The lessons on tool use and safety were especially valuable.

Ethan Nguyen

Electrician

Perfect introduction to EM 385-1-1 standards for workers like me. The training was thorough but easy to follow, and it provided clear explanations of potential hazards I might encounter on site. I’m handling electrical equipment and working around other trades on a construction site. This course has made me more confident in my work, and I feel better prepared to contribute to a safer workplace.

Arjun Mehta

HVAC Technician

The interactive format kept me engaged, and the examples were very relevant to my job. I learned a lot in just 16 hours.

Hernando Lopez

General Laborer

The training helped me see how my daily work fits into the bigger picture of job site safety. I’d recommend it to every crew member working on construction projects.

Course Facts

What You Get

Certificate of Completion

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Training Duration

16 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

The 16-hour EM385 safety training is intended for non-supervisory staff and contractors who are working on construction or environmental projects directed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).

This introductory training is required because it provides learners with a solid understanding of the regulations and safety directives covered in the USACE 2024 EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements manual.

You can take the 8-Hour EM 385-1-1 Refresher Training for Workers, which must be completed annually.

Who Should Enroll in this 16-hour EM 385-1-1 Online Course?

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has made this EM 385 introductory 16-hour training mandatory, effective March 15, 2024, for all non-supervisory workers employed on military or federally funded construction and environmental projects.

Course Objectives

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

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 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, record hazards, and deficiencies.
Recognize safety protocols for excavation, trenching, and underground work.

EM 385-1-1 16-Hour Training for Workers Course Syllabus

This EM385 16-hour course consists of 14 modules with 45 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

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

Lesson 3: Developing a Site-Specific Safety & Occupational Health (SOH) Plan
Lesson 4: Risk Management
Lesson 5: Inspections and Observations
Lesson 6: Reporting and Incident Investigation

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

Lesson 7: Medical and First Aid Requirements
Lesson 8: Bloodborne Pathogen Disease Awareness
Lesson 9: Vector-Borne Disease Awareness
Lesson 10: Field Sanitation and Hygiene

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

Lesson 11: Temporary Facilities on Military Construction Sites
Lesson 12: Access and Haul Road Requirements for Temporary Facilities

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

Lesson 13: Fundamentals of a PPE Program
Lesson 14: Respiratory Protection
Lesson 15: PPE for the Head, Eyes, Face, and Ears
Lesson 16: PPE for the Hands, Feet, and Body

Module 6: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 10 – Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Safety

Lesson 17: Hot Work for Construction
Lesson 18: Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Safety Awareness
Lesson 19: Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety

Module 7: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 11 and 12 – Electrical Safety and Hazardous Energy Control

Lesson 20: Types of Electrocution Hazards
Lesson 21: Controlling Electrical Hazards- Engineering Controls
Lesson 22: Electrocution Hazards: Protection and Prevention
Lesson 23: Hazardous Energy

Module 8: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 13 - Tools and Equipment Safety

Lesson 24: Hand and Power Tool Safety
Lesson 25: Health Hazards Associated with Hand and Power Tools

Module 9: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 14 - Material Handling, Storage, and Disposal

Lesson 26: Best Practices for Material Handling in Construction
Lesson 27: Mechanical Material Handling
Lesson 28: Material Storage and Disposal on Military Construction Sites

Module 10: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 17, 27, and 28 - Demolition, Renovation, and Specialized Construction Activities

Lesson 29: Safe Demolition and Renovation
Lesson 30: Safe Roofing and Wood Construction Practices

Module 11: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 18 - Vehicles, Machinery, and Mechanized Equipment

Lesson 31: Low-Speed and Utility Vehicle Safety
Lesson 32: Safe Operation of Trailers, Dump Trucks, and Specialty Vehicles
Lesson 33: Vehicle Inspections

Module 12: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 21,22,23, and 24 - Fall Protection

Lesson 34: Fall Hazards in Construction
Lesson 35: Fall Hazard Controls
Lesson 36: Types of Fall Protection Systems
Lesson 37: Rescue Plan for Fall Prevention

Module 13: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 34 - Confined Spaces

Lesson 38: Confined Space Hazards
Lesson 39: Confined Spaces Program
Lesson 40: Hazard Controls and Safety Precautions
Lesson 41: Rescue and Emergency Procedures

Module 14: EM 385-1-1 Chapter 25 and 26 - Excavation, Trenching, and Underground Construction

Lesson 42: Regulatory Requirements for Excavations and Trenching
Lesson 43: Excavation and Trenching Safety
Lesson 44: Regulatory Requirements for Underground Construction, Shafts, and Caissons
Lesson 45: Structural, Operational, and Environmental Safety for Workers

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 16 hours to complete.

This EM 385 16-Hour safety 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 workers in non-supervisory roles.
It introduces learners to 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.

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 for this course.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has made this training mandatory, effective March 15, 2024, for all non-supervisory workers employed on military or federally funded construction and environmental projects.

EM 385-1-1 16-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 the expiry date on your certificate to maintain compliance and stay current on occupational health and safety best practices at military construction sites.

40-Hour EM 385-1-1 Course – Required for Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHOs) working on projects covered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contractor Safety and Health Requirements.

24-Hour EM 385-1-1 Course – Designed for CDSOs, supervisors, crew leaders, and managers who oversee work on these sites but are not serving as SSHOs. This also satisfies the 24 hours of refresher training that Collateral Duty Safety Officers (CDSOs) need to complete every three years.

16-Hour EM 385-1-1 Course – Intended for non-supervisory workers who still need to understand EM 385-1-1 requirements to perform their work safely.

8-Hour EM 385-1-1 Refresher for SSHOs – An annual requirement for SSHOs who must maintain compliance by reviewing safety and health standards each year.