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OS200 Occupational Safety & Health Fundaments

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This 40-hour online course provides a comprehensive foundation in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) for professionals at every experience level — from workers entering the safety field for the first time to seasoned EHS managers seeking structured regulatory review. The course is built around OSHA’s foundational legal framework, the General Industry standards of 29 CFR Part 1910, and the recordkeeping requirements of 29 CFR Part 1904.

Delivered entirely online, the course employs adult learning principles including scenario-based learning, spaced repetition, peer discussion, video analysis, and applied case studies. Each module is self-paced and asynchronous, allowing learners to engage during their work schedules. Quizzes reinforce key concepts after each module, and a proctored final exam assesses comprehensive mastery.

Module 1 – OSHA History, Mission & Authority

This module introduces learners to the origins of OSHA, the historical workplace conditions that prompted federal safety legislation, OSHA’s organizational structure, and the agency’s statutory authority. Learners will understand why OSHA exists, how it operates, and the philosophical and legal basis for workplace safety regulation in the United States.

Lessons

Section 1.1 – The Road to OSHA: Historical Context Section 1.2 – The OSH Act of 1970 Section 1.3 – OSHA's Mission & Organizational Structure Section 1.4 – State Plan Programs Section 1.5 – Online Resources for Module 1 Module 1 Assessment

Module 2 – OSH Act, Employer & Worker Rights

This module digs deeply into the rights and responsibilities established by the OSH Act. Learners will explore employer and employee rights and duties, the whistleblower protection program, OSHA’s outreach and training programs, and the Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP). This is a critical module for safety professionals who must educate workers and management alike.

Lessons

Section 2.1 – Employer Responsibilities Section 2.2 – Employee Rights Section 2.3 – Whistleblower Protection Program Section 2.4 – OSHA Training & Outreach Section 2.5 – Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP)

Module 3 – OSHA Enforcement & Inspections

This module covers how OSHA enforces its regulations — the inspection process, citation types, penalty structure, and how employers can contest citations. Safety professionals need this knowledge both to prepare for inspections and to advise management on compliance obligations and rights during enforcement actions.

Lessons

Section 3.1 – Inspection Priorities Section 3.2 – The Inspection Process Section 3.3 – Citation Types and Penalties Section 3.4 – Penalty Adjustment Factors Section 3.5 – Contesting Citations Section 3.6 – Online Resources for Module 3

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