Control of Hazardous Energies for Construction
Control of Hazardous Energies for Construction
Control of Hazardous Energies for Construction is an OSHA-compliant training course designed for construction professionals who work with or around equipment and systems that may release hazardous energy. The course provides essential guidance on recognizing different types of energy sources, applying control methods, and ensuring safe isolation before servicing or maintenance tasks begin.
Fully online and self-paced, this training ensures your team understands their responsibilities under OSHA 1926 standards and helps prevent serious injuries caused by unexpected energization, startup, or the release of stored energy.
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• Construction workers performing tasks near energized systems
• Equipment operators, mechanics, and field technicians
• Site foremen, crew leaders, and supervisors
• Electrical and mechanical contractors
• Any personnel involved in servicing, repairing, or maintaining machinery or powered systems
• Recognize sources of hazardous energy in construction environments
• Understand the purpose and steps of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Comply with OSHA requirements under 1926.417 and related regulations
• Differentiate between affected and authorized personnel roles
• Safely isolate, lock, tag, and verify equipment before maintenance or repair
• Prevent accidental startup or release of stored energy through best safety practices
• Apply controls for hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, thermal, and other energy sources
• Conduct proper communication and planning for energy control on active job sites
• Module 1: Understanding Hazardous Energy in Construction
– Introduction to Hazardous Energy (Types and Risks)
– Regulatory Overview (OSHA 1926 Subpart K & Subpart L, NFPA 70E, ANSI Z244.1)
– Real-Life Incidents in Construction and Lessons Learned
• Module 2: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for Construction Sites
– Fundamentals of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
– LOTO Devices and Their Application on Construction Equipment
– Step-by-Step LOTO Procedures for Construction
– Group Lockout and Shift Transfers on Active Sites
• Module 3: Other Hazardous Energy Controls Beyond LOTO
– Hydraulic and Pneumatic Energy Controls
– Controlling Mechanical, Thermal, and Gravity Energy
– Temporary Electrical Setups and Portable Equipment Safety
• Module 4: Planning, Communication & Emergency Response
– Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Energy Control Planning
– Communicating Energy Hazards to Multilingual and Subcontracted Teams
– Emergency Procedures: Unexpected Energization, First Aid, and Incident Response
• Module 5: Continuous Improvement & Compliance
– Periodic Inspections and Program Audits
– Training, Retraining, and Documentation
– Building a Culture of Energy Control on the Construction Site
• Knowledge Check
– Final Assessment Test
– Certificate
• Enroll today — your certificate will be available immediately after completing the course
• Access the training from any device with an internet connection
• Learn how to control hazardous energies and prevent unexpected energization on construction sites
