How to Apply for a Replacement OSHA Card

So, you’ve completed your OSHA 10 or 30 training, but now your card is missing, and you’re not sure what to do next. Whether it got lost in a move, damaged on the job, or accidentally tossed out, getting a replacement for your OSHA card is easier than you might think.

This blog will break down exactly how to apply for a replacement DOL card and what you’ll need to get it done.

What Is an OSHA Card?

OSHA cards are wallet-sized cards issued by the U.S. Department of Labor as proof of completing OSHA's 10-hour or 30-hour safety training courses from their Outreach Training Program. You receive these cards after completing one of the classes based on the industry you work in from OSHA-approved trainers. Construction, maritime, and general industry training cards are available from OSHA.

Types of OSHA Cards

The types of OSHA cards are based on the length of the training program and the industry focus. There are 10-hour and 30-hour versions of the cards for maritime, general industry, and construction. For workers at disaster sites, there are also 7.5 and 15-hour cards available.

The Department of Labor issues 12 types of OSHA Outreach cards:

• 10-Hour Construction Card
• 30-Hour Construction Card
• 10-Hour General Industry Card
• 30-Hour General Industry Card
• 10-Hour Maritime Card
• 30-Hour Maritime Card
• 7.5-Hour Disaster Site Worker Card
• 15-Hour Disaster Site Worker Card
• Construction Trainer Card
• General Industry Trainer Card
• Maritime Trainer Card
• Disaster Site Worker Trainer Card

360training offers comprehensive online education courses for 10- and 30-Hour Construction and 10- and 30-Hour General Industry.

Are OSHA Cards Required?

While not all states and or workplaces require OSHA cards, some do. It varies from company to company, but they are required in the following states:

• Connecticut
• Florida
• Massachusetts
• Missouri
• Montana
• New Hampshire
• New York
• Nevada
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• West Virginia

It may not always be required; however, safety training certification is always beneficial because it increases employee safety awareness. Consider the wide range of training certificates offered by 360training.

Who Needs an OSHA Card?

An OSHA construction card is required of anyone who performs any kind of construction work. Most positions outside of construction require general industry training, including those in manufacturing, healthcare, warehousing, retail, and distribution.

Also, employees that require an OSHA card are those who handle heavy machinery of some form. That includes large construction vehicles such as bulldozers, dump trucks, and boom trucks. There are special procedures and hazards associated with operating such vehicles, and training and certification will be essential to ensure their own and others' safety.

What Are the Benefits of Getting an OSHA Card?

Young employees who lack the necessary experience and training are at the highest risk of injuries and illnesses. However, “better safety training for these young workers might help overcome inexperience, improve attitudes toward risk, and lead to safer work habits later in life,” according to the CDC. Getting an OSHA card shows your company and coworkers that you are competent in safety procedures specific to your workplace.

One major bonus, OSHA cards save your company money by lowering the likelihood of workplace accidents. According to the National Safety Council, in 2021, costs resulting from workplace accidents were, on average, $42,000. However, in the event of a death, they were as high as $1,220,000. These costs include things like lost wages, medical bills, employer expenditures, and more. Obtaining an OSHA card demonstrates that you have undergone the necessary safety training to avoid unwanted accidents. You and your company can rest easy knowing that neither will face significant expenses or penalties. 

How to Get an OSHA Replacement Card

Life happens, we understand. OSHA cards, like anything, can be lost, damaged, or worn out. Thankfully they can also be replaced.

Steps to Replacing an OSHA Card

To replace a lost or damaged OSHA card:

• Contact the trainer or OSHA-authorized provider you received either the 10-hour or 30-hour OSHA training from. All replacement card requests must be submitted through your trainer or online provider.
• Once the Outreach trainer has received this information, they will contact the OSHA Education Center to arrange for a replacement.
• You will be charged a fee for the replacement card.
• Contact OSHA online or by phone at the toll-free number for questions.

Important Details Regarding Replacement OSHA Cards

Your OSHA card can only be replaced once. If you lose or damage your card again after that, you must redo the OSHA Outreach Training course connected with the card. Please note that replacement cards cannot be issued for training courses completed over five years ago. Employees are not required to retake the Outreach training every few years or so by all organizations, states, or employers, although some are. OSHA cards never expire. 

To request a new OSHA 10 or 30-hour course card, those who complete their course in-person and online training should contact the provider directly. The provider will verify the course meets the five-year time requirement and order a new card. If the card is damaged or worn out, the Outreach Trainer will advise whether you need to destroy it or return it to OSHA Outreach.

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Remember, if your card is over five years old, you will need to retake your training to receive a certificate of completion and a new OSHA wallet card. Check out our full catalog of courses by heading to our website today!