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The 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training course is designed for construction workers who already hold an SST card and need to renew their credentials by revisiting key fall prevention concepts. It provides an awareness-level overview of fall hazards, prevention controls, rescue planning, and regulatory compliance, focusing on maintaining compliance with Local Law 196 and OSHA Subpart M requirements.
What are the Key Learning Outcomes of this course?
Participants will gain knowledge of:
- Identifying and addressing potential risks on construction sites.
- Understanding the mechanics and impacts of falls.
- Implementing measures to prevent falls.
- Preparing for emergency response during fall incidents.
- Navigating NYC and OSHA-specific safety standards.
What are the course features?
This 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training Course provides interactive modules and real-world examples to reinforce knowledge. A 70% or higher passing score is required to earn participants their renewed SST card.
- This training is awareness-level only and does not provide additional qualifications beyond SST Card renewal. Completion satisfies the Local Law 196 and NYC Building Code requirements for SST card renewal credits.
Who is this NYC SST 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training Course Designed For?
This 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training Course is specifically designed for construction workers in New York City who need to renew their Site Safety Training (SST) card, as required under Local Law 196. The course aims to provide participants with critical information and training to identify and mitigate fall hazards on construction job sites, ultimately reducing the risk of on-the-job injuries. This includes workers at any job site in the five boroughs with a Site Safety Plan.
NYC workers that the DOB requires to take this course may include:
- Construction and demolition workers,
- Site Safety Managers,
- Site Safety Coordinators,
- Construction Superintendents,
- Competent Persons,
- Concrete Safety Managers,
- Journeypersons,
- Forepersons, and
- Employees of DOB Licensees or Registrants.
Site Safety Training (SST) Card Renewal Requirement
SST cards expire after five years. Cardholders must take this refresher course 12 months before the card expires to renew their SST card. Expired SST cards are NOT renewable. Students with expired cards MUST apply for a new card and complete this refresher training.
Course Objectives – NYC SST 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training
- Recognize typical fall hazards encountered in high-rise and general construction sites.
- Explain NYC DOB regulations and OSHA standards 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M relevant to fall prevention.
- Understand the purpose and appropriate use of guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems (PFAS).
- Demonstrate correct selection, fitting, and inspection of PFAS components, including harnesses, lanyards, and anchor points.
- Identify fall prevention requirements and safe practices specific to scaffolding and ladder use on construction sites.
- Understand criteria for secure anchor points and assess their suitability based on job requirements.
- Formulate fall rescue plans, including suspension trauma awareness and emergency response procedures.
- Understand the importance of maintaining clean, clutter-free work areas to reduce tripping hazards and improve overall site safety.
- Adherence to training and certification requirements for SST compliance on NYC construction sites.
NYC SST 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training Course Syllabus
This NYC SST 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training course consists of 12 lessons categorized under 4 modules. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.
NYC SST 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher Training: Introduction
Module 1: Introduction to Fall Hazards and Regulatory Standards
This module provides a foundational understanding of fall hazards and the regulatory standards to prevent them. The focus will be to explore regulations and statistics on construction falls, highlight the critical role of a Competent Person in fall prevention, and examine the science of falls to understand the physics behind fall-related injuries. By the end of this module, you will have a clear picture of why fall prevention is essential and the regulations in place to safeguard workers.
- Lesson 1: Regulations and Statistics on Falls in Construction
- Lesson 2: Science of Falls
Module 2: Identifying and Understanding Fall Hazards
In this module, we will cover the types of fall hazards specific to construction environments, including falls from elevated surfaces, falls to the same level, and risks of being struck by falling objects. Through a detailed look at these hazards, the focus will be to recognize and evaluate fall risks effectively. Understanding these hazards is the first step toward implementing effective safety practices on any job site.
- Lesson 3: Fall Hazards in Construction
- Lesson 4: Falls to Same Level in Construction
- Lesson 5: Falls to Below Hazards in Construction
- Lesson 6: Struck-by Falling Objects in Construction
Module 3: Types of Fall Prevention Systems
This module introduces the types of fall prevention systems used in construction, such as guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems. The focus will be to cover hazard controls specific to various fall situations, including falls to the same level, falls from heights, and struck-by hazards. By learning how each system works and when to use it, you will be better equipped to select and implement the appropriate fall prevention for different job scenarios.
- Lesson 7: Types of Fall Prevention Systems
- Lesson 8: Fall Hazard Controls (Part I)
- Lesson 9: Fall Hazard Controls (Part II)
- Lesson 10: Fall Hazard Controls (Part III)
Module 4: Advanced Fall Prevention Systems and Rescue Planning
In this module, the focus will be to examine additional fall prevention systems that offer heightened safety under specific conditions. Additionally, we will focus on creating and implementing effective rescue plans, an essential part of fall prevention that prepares teams for prompt and safe rescue in the event of a fall. This module will provide the knowledge to establish a thorough fall prevention program, including emergency response readiness.
- Lesson 11: Additional Systems for Fall Prevention in Construction
- Lesson 12: Rescue Plan for Fall Prevention
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
The NYC SST 4-hour Fall Prevention Refresher training course is important because it:
- allows you to renew your SST card before it expires.
This course is designed for NYC construction workers who need to renew their SST card under Local Law 196 training requirements. This includes workers at any jobsite in the five boroughs with a Site Safety Plan. They may include:
- Construction and demolition workers
- Site Safety Managers
- Site Safety Coordinators
- Construction Superintendents
- Competent Persons
- Concrete Safety Managers
- Journeypersons
- Forepersons
- Employees of DOB licensees or registrants
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