OSHA 500 – Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry
November 2nd, 2026 – November 5th, 2026 8am – 4pm EST
$845.00
Class date and time information: Evening classes Aug 17, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27, 2026
This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous. Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach classes, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion. Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course.
Topics include:
Safety and Health Programs
Fall Protection
Stairways/Ladders
Scaffolds
Fire Protection
Motor Vehicles
Welding & Cutting
Health Hazards
PPE
Electrical Standards
Hand and Power Tools
Concrete and Masonry
Cranes, Derricks, Hoists
Material Handling
Excavation
Confined Spaces
General Safety and Health Provisions
Demolition
Steel Erection
Outreach Training Program Requirements
Training Techniques
Course Includes:
Student binder
OSHA CFR 1926
Electronic Resources including:
PowerPoint Presentation
Video clips
Test Questions
Additional resource information
Lunch and refreshments for in-person classes
Prerequisite Information:
Students must successfully complete the OSHA #510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction and have five (5) years of safety and health work experience in the construction industry. A degree in occupational safety and health, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation may be substituted for two (2) years of work related experience. Students should obtain guidance on whether they meet this requirement from the OSHA Training Institute Education Center where they intend to receive the training. Authorized OSHA Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend OSHA #502 Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers at least once every four (4) years to maintain their trainer status.
Industry OSHA Standards courses (#510, #511, and #5410) must be completed not later than seven (7) years prior to completing the relevant Industry Trainer course (#500, #501, and #5400).
Download a copy of our PVF Checklist to assist you in filling out the PVF.
Registration for courses requiring a Prerequisite Verification Form (PVF) is not confirmed until the PVF is approved. Forms must be submitted by the close of business, at least two weeks prior to the course start date. Late submissions may be accepted at MAOTIEC’s discretion.
Effective August 1, 2026, a 3% surcharge will be applied to all credit card payments (personal, corporate, business, and purchasing cards). To avoid this fee, you may pay by debit card or ACH/eCheck which will continue to be accepted without a surcharge. We appreciate your understanding as we work to manage rising payment processing costs.