Focus Four Online Training

Protect yourself from the most common on-the-job injuries. Covers falls, electrocutions, struck-by incidents, caught-in/between hazards, and more. 

  • OSHA-aligned to industry standards 
  • Self-paced, flexible mobile learning module 
  • Includes downloadable completion certificate    

Duration: 4 Hour(s)

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Construction workers face numerous hazards daily, with the Focus Four—falls, electrocutions, struck-by incidents, and caught-in/between hazards—posing significant risks to their safety. Sadly, these hazards often result in severe injuries, or even deaths. By addressing these priority areas, the training aims to reduce the incidence of serious injuries and fatalities on construction sites, promoting a safer work environment for all workers. 

This training contains engaging modules to address the core hazards of falls, electrocutions, struck by incidents, and caught-in/between scenarios prevalent in construction environments. Our comprehensive presentation incorporates intermittent practice quiz questions, ensuring learners are well-prepared for the final exam, a key component of this course. Participants will receive a certificate of completion upon finishing the course.

What Standards Does This Course Cover?

This course meets the following OSHA standards:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910 – General Industry
    • 29 CFR 1910.29 – Fall protection systems and falling object protection-criteria and practices
    • 29 CFR 1910.28 – Safety requirements for scaffolding
    • 29 CFR 1910 App C- Personal Fall Arrest System
    • 29 CFR 1910.67 – Vehicle-mounted elevating and rotating work platform
    • 29 CFR 1910.140 – Personal fall protection systems
    • 29 CFR 1910.28 – Protection from falling and falling objects hazards
    • 29 CFR 1910.132 – Personal protective equipment
    • 29 CFR 1910.147 – Lockout/Tagout
    • 29 CFR 1910.269 – Electric Power Generation, Transmission, & Distribution
    • 29 CFR 1910.243 – Guarding of Portable Powered Tools
    • 29 CFR 1910.333 – Electrical Work Practices
    • 29 CFR 1910 Subpart I – Personal Protective Equipment
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1915 – Shipyards
    • 29 CFR 1915.159 Personal fall arrest systems (PFAS)
    • 29 CFR 1915.160 Positioning device systems
    • 29 CFR 1915 Subpart E – Scaffolds, Ladders, and Other Working Surfaces
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1917 – Marine Terminals
    • 29 CFR 1917.112 – Guarding of edges
    • 29 CFR 1917.117 – Manlifts
    • 29 CFR 1917.118 – Fixed ladders
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Longshoring
    • 29 CFR 1918.22 – Gangways
    • 29 CFR 1918.32 – Stowed cargo and temporary landing surfaces
    • 29 CFR 1918.35 – Open hatches
    • 29 CFR 1918.36 – Weather deck rails
  • OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Construction Industry
    • 29 CFR 1926.400 – Introduction
    • 29 CFR 1926.402 – Applicability
    • 29 CFR 1926.403 – General requirements
    • 29 CFR 1926.404 – Wiring design and protection
    • 29 CFR 1926.405 – Wiring methods, components, and equipment for general use.
    • 29 CFR 1926.406 – Specific purpose equipment and installations.
    • 29 CFR 1926.407 – Hazardous (classified) locations.
    • 29 CFR 1926.408 – Special systems.
    • 29 CFR 1926.416 – General requirements.
    • 29 CFR 1926.417 – Lockout and tagging of circuits.
    • 29 CFR 1926.431 – Maintenance of equipment.
    • 29 CFR 1926.432 – Environmental deterioration of equipment
    • 29 CFR 1926.50 – Medical services and first aid
    • 29 CFR 1926.759 – Steel erection falling object protection
    • 29 CFR 1926.451 – Scaffolding falling object protection
    • 29 CFR 1926.200 – Accident prevention signs
    • 29 CFR 1926.1425 – Keeping clear of the load
    • 29 CFR 1926.501 – Duty to have fall protection.
    • 29 CFR 1926.502 – Fall protection systems criteria and practices
    • 29 CFR 1926.503 – Training Requirements
    • 29 CFR 1926.300 – Hand and Power Tools General Requirements
    • 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P – Excavations
  • ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 – Standard For Dropped Object Prevention Solutions

Outline

Topics Covered

  • Introduction 
  • Slips, Trips, & Falls 
  • At Heights 
  • Electrocution 
  • Struck By 
  • Caught-In/Between 
  • Conclusion 

What You’ll Learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Identify and prevent slips, trips, and falls in various environments. 
  • Master fall protection systems and safe practices at heights. 
  • Utilize personal fall protection systems effectively. 
  • Operate safely at heights and execute rescue plans. 
  • Identify and control electrocution hazards. 
  • Prevent struck-by incidents through proper training and operations. 
  • Implement safe practices to avoid caught-in/between incidents. 

FAQs

Why Is Knowing about the Focus Four Hazards Important? 

While OSHA calls them the “focus four,” others call them the “fatal four.” That is because these hazards are the top four killers in the construction industry. The focus four training not only explains what the focus four hazards are but it also teaches you how to avoid them. Believe it or not, many of these hazards are completely avoidable as long as you follow safe work principles. 

What Is the Number One Cause of Construction Fatalities? 

Falls is the top cause of construction worker fatalities. Falls includes employees falling from heights or falling at the ground level; however, falls from heights are more likely to cause death. 

What Are the Most Common Types of Caught-in and Caught-Between Hazards? 

These types of hazards often happen due to improper lockout/tagout procedures on machinery and equipment, inadequate machine guarding, and incorrect excavation practices. Employees who don’t respect danger zones around heavy machinery or position themselves between fixed objects and machinery also put themselves at risk for caught-in or caught-between accidents. 

What Is Not a Fatal Four Event? 

Any accidents unrelated to falls, electrocution, struck by, or caught-in/between are not “fatal four” or focus four events. You will be hard-pressed to find accidents where one or more of these hazards are not involved. Virtually every worksite will have focus four hazards, and most accidents in the construction industry are caused by or related to these hazards. 

What Industry Has the Most Deaths? 

In the United States, the construction industry has the highest amount of fatal injuries each year. The transportation industry is a close second. 

What Is the Difference Between a Struck by and Caught-In/Between Accident? 

Struck-by accidents and caught-in/between accidents look similar sometimes. The key to distinguishing them is knowing when the injury happened. If the impact of the object caused the injury, then it’s a struck-by accident. If the employee is injured because they were crushed between two objects, then it’s a caught-in or caught-between accident. 

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