OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training
The OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training course is an entry-level occupational safety and health program developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for workers in construction and general industry. The construction-focused version covers common jobsite hazards including fall protection, electrical safety, scaffolding, personal protective equipment, and hazard communication. Upon completion, workers receive a Department of Labor (DOL) OSHA 10-Hour card, which is widely recognized across the construction industry.
Who Needs This
The OSHA 10-Hour course is designed for entry-level workers, laborers, and tradespeople in the construction industry. While OSHA does not mandate this training federally, many states and municipalities require it by law. New York City, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island all have OSHA 10 requirements for construction workers. Many general contractors and project owners also require OSHA 10 cards as a condition of employment on their jobsites.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
While there is no federal OSHA fine specifically for lacking an OSHA 10 card, employers can face OSHA citations for failing to provide adequate safety training. Serious violations carry penalties of up to $16,131 per violation (2024 adjusted amount). Willful or repeated violations can result in fines up to $161,323 per violation. In states and cities that mandate OSHA 10, employers who allow untrained workers on site face additional state-level fines ranging from $500 to $5,000 per worker per day.
Key Requirements
Complete 10 hours of OSHA-authorized safety training through an OSHA-authorized trainer or an approved online training provider
Cover mandatory topics including Introduction to OSHA, OSHA Focus Four Hazards (falls, struck-by, caught-in/between, electrocution), and at least one elective topic
Pass quizzes or assessments at the end of each module with a minimum passing score (typically 70%)
Receive the official DOL OSHA 10-Hour Construction card, which is mailed within 6-8 weeks of course completion
Some states require the training to be completed within a specified timeframe of beginning work on a construction site (e.g., within 120 days in NYC)
How CertTracker Automates OSHA 10 Tracking
Tracks OSHA 10-Hour card dates for every worker and alerts managers when renewals are recommended based on employer policy or local jurisdiction requirements
Provides a crew-level compliance view so project managers can verify that every worker assigned to a jobsite has a current OSHA 10 card before mobilization
Stores digital copies of OSHA 10-Hour DOL cards alongside other safety certifications, eliminating the risk of lost or damaged physical cards
Generates compliance reports for general contractors and project owners who require proof of OSHA 10 training for all subcontractor employees