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Injury and Illness Recordkeeping - Employee Involvement (1904.35)
Who:	Employers must inform each employee: How an employee is to report a work-related injury or illness to the employer; Of the employer’s reasonable procedure for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses; That employees have the right to report work-related injuries and illnesses; and That employers are prohibited from discharging or in any manner discriminating against employees for reporting work-related injuries or illnesses.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.

General Safety and Health Provisions (1926.20)
Who:	Employers may permit only those employees qualified by training or experience to operate equipment and machinery.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Safety Training and Education (1926.21)
Who:	Each employee must be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the employee's work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury. Employees required to handle or use poisons, caustics, and other harmful substances must be instructed regarding safe handling and use, and be made aware of the potential hazards, personal hygiene, and personal protective measures required. Employees required to handle or use flammable liquids, gases, or toxic materials must be instructed in the safe handling and use of these materials and made aware of the specific requirements contained in subparts D, F, and other applicable subparts of 29 CFR 1926. Employees who may be exposed to harmful plants or animals present in jobsite areas must be instructed regarding the potential hazards, and how to avoid injury, and the first aid procedures to be used in the event of injury.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records (1926.33 / 1910.1020)*
Who:	All employees who will be exposed to toxic substances and harmful physical agents.
When:	At the time of hire and at least annually thereafter.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required. But, the employer is required to make copies of 1910.1020 and its appendices readily available.

Employee Emergency Action Plans (1926.35)
Who:	Employees are to be instructed in their responsibilities under the emergency action plan.
When:	Before implementing the plan, a sufficient number of persons must be trained to assist in the evacuation procedures. The employer is to review the plan with each employee initially when the plan is developed, upon the employee's initial assignment, when the employee's responsibilities under the plan change, and whenever the plan is changed.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Medical Services and First Aid (1926.50)
Who:	A person who has a valid certificate in first aid training from the U.S. Bureau of Mines, the American Red Cross, or equivalent training is to be available at the worksite to render first aid in the absence of an infirmary, clinic, hospital, or physician that is reasonably accessible.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Occupational Noise Exposure (1926.52)
Who:	Employees subjected to sound levels exceeding those listed in Table D-2 of 1926.52, where administrative or engineering controls fail to reduce sound levels within the levels of the table. In all cases where the sound levels exceed the values shown in Table D-2, a continuing, effective hearing conservation program shall be administered. An August 4, 1992, OSHA letter of interpretation states that an effective hearing conservation program consists of several elements, including, but not limited to, “employee training and education regarding noise hazards and protection measures.”
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Ionizing Radiation (1926.53 / 1910.1096(a) through (p))*
Who:	Per 1910.1096(i), employees working in or frequenting any portion of a radiation area shall be: Informed of the occurrence of radioactive materials or of radiation in such portions of the radiation area; Instructed in the safety problems associated with exposure to such materials or radiation and in precautions or devices to minimize exposure; Instructed in the applicable provisions of this section for the protection of employees from exposure to radiation or radioactive materials; and Advised of reports of radiation exposure which employees may request pursuant to 1910.1096. The above instruction must be reinforced by posting the following in a conspicuous location(s) or keeping such documents available for examination of employees upon request: A current copy of 29 CFR 1910.1096; and A copy of the operating procedures applicable to the work.
When:	Initially. However, the employer is not required by 1910.1096 to provide the above specified employee instruction and postings if the employer is regulated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s 10 CFR 20 standard or if the employer is in in a state named at 1910.1096(p)(3) governed by the ionizing radiation laws and regulations of that state.
What records:	No records specifically required for the instruction of employees. However, the employer must post a copy of the regulation along with copies of operating procedures, or keep these documents available for employees upon request. Employee exposure records must be maintained for 30 years, according to 29 CFR 1910.1020. Maintain records in the same units used in tables in 1910.1096(b) and appendix B to 10 CFR 20.
Trainer qualifications:	None
Who:	Per 1910.1096(m)(2), where an employer is required to report an overexposure to OSHA, then the worker(s) that suffer the exposure to radiation or to concentrations of radioactive material must be notified in writing.
When:	When the employer is required to report to OSHA any exposure of an individual to radiation or to concentrations of radioactive material. However, the employer is not required by 1910.0196 to provide the above notification if the employee is protected: By the Nuclear Regulatory Commission by means of 10 CFR 20; Under 1910.1096(p)(2); or Under the requirements of the laws and regulations of states named in 1910.1096(p)(3).
What records:	Notify such individual in writing of the nature and extent of exposure. Such notice shall contain the following statement, “You should preserve this report for future reference.” Maintain records in the same units used in tables in 1910.1096(b) and appendix B to 10 CFR 20. Employee exposure records must be maintained for at least 30 years, according to 29 CFR 1910.1020. Employee medical records must be maintained for the duration of employment plus 30 years, according to 29 CFR 1910.1020.
Trainer qualifications:	None
Who:	Per 1910.1096(n)(1), employees for whom personnel monitoring is required under 1910.1096(d) must be advised of their individual exposure.
When:	At least annually advise each employee (whom personnel monitoring is required) of the individual's exposure.
What records:	Maintain records of the radiation exposure of all employees for whom personnel monitoring is required under 1910.1096(d). No duration is specified in 1910.1096, but 1910.1020 says unless a standard provides a different period of time, each employer shall retain exposure records for at least 30 years, with a few exceptions. Maintain records in the same units used in tables in 1910.1096(b) and appendix B to 10 CFR 20. At the request of a former employee an employer shall furnish to the employee a report of the employee's exposure to radiation as shown in records maintained by the employer pursuant to 1910.1096(n)(1). Such report shall be furnished within 30 days from the time the request is made, and shall cover each calendar quarter of the individual's employment involving exposure to radiation or such lesser period as may be requested by the employee. The report shall also include the results of any calculations and analysis of radioactive material deposited in the body of the employee. The report shall be in writing and contain the following statement: “You should preserve this report for future reference.”
Trainer qualifications:	None

Nonionizing Radiation (1926.54)
Who:	Only qualified and trained employees can be assigned to install, adjust, and operate laser equipment.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	Laser equipment operators must carry proof of their qualification.

Gases, Vapors, Fumes, Dusts, and Mists (1926.55)*
Who:	When employees use respirators, the employer must meet the requirements (including training requirements) of the Respiratory Protection standard (1926.103).
When:	Training must precede the use of a respirator. Retraining on respirator use is required to be conducted annually, and whenever necessary to ensure safe use.
Recordkeeping:	No specific respirator training documentation is required. The employer is required to maintain records of employee medical evaluations and respirator fit testing results.

Ventilation (1926.57)
Who:	All employees working in and around open-surface tank operations must be instructed on the job's hazards and the personal protection and first aid procedures applicable to these hazards. A trained stand-by employee with a suitable respirator must be present when it is necessary to enter a tank which may contain a hazardous atmosphere.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Hazard Communication (1926.59 / 1910.1200)
Who:	Train all workers who have an exposure or a potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals.
When:	Employees must be trained prior to initial exposure and when a new chemical hazard is introduced. No specified length of training time.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.

Methylenedianiline (1926.60 / 1910.1050)*
Who:	Employees who may be exposed to airborne 4,4'-Methylenedianiline (MDA) at or above its action level or where dermal exposure to MDA can occur. (Note: the standard does not apply to finished articles that contain MDA or to materials in any form that contain less than 0.1% MDA by weight or volume.) Also, this standard incorporates by reference 1910.38, 1910.1200, and 1910.134, which have additional training requirements. Also, any person who cleans or launders contaminated protective clothing is to be informed of the hazards of exposure to MDA. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion within fifteen (15) days after the employer receives it.
When:	At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receiving monitoring results, the employer is to notify employees of their exposure level either individually in writing or by posting the results. Within 15 days of receipt, provide each employee with a copy of the physician's written opinion. Also, each time that employees undergo a medical exam by an employer-selected physician, the employer must promptly notify the employees that they have the right to seek a second medical opinion.
Recordkeeping:	The employer is to maintain a record of the contents of the training program and shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the program to employees and to the Assistant Secretary and the Director. The employer shall make a copy of 1910.1050 and its appendices available to employees. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for exposure monitoring and medical surveillance programs.

Retention of DOT Markings, Placards and Labels (1926.61)
Who:	For non-bulk packages which will not be reshipped, the provisions of 1926.61 are met if a label or other acceptable marking is affixed in accordance with the Hazard Communication Standard (1910.1200). If 1910.1200 is followed, then employers must train all workers who have an exposure or a potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals, in accordance with 1910.1200(h).
When:	If 1910.1200 is followed, employees must be trained prior to initial exposure and when a new chemical hazard is introduced. No length of training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Lead Exposure in Construction (1926.62)*
Who:	All employees subject to lead exposure at or above the action level on any day, or employees who are subject to exposure to lead compounds which may cause skin or eye irritation.
When:	Initial training shall occur before an employee starts an affected job assignment and at least annually for employees exposed at or above the action level on any day.
Recordkeeping:	The employer is to maintain a record of the contents of the training program and shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the program to employees and to the Assistant Secretary and the Director. The employer shall establish and maintain an accurate record of all monitoring and other data used in conducting employee exposure assessments as required in 1926.62(d).

Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (1926.64)
Who:	Employees who operate a process. Contract employers must inform contract employees of known potential fire, explosion, or toxic release hazards related to the contractor's work and process.
When:	Initial training and refresher training every three years or more often if necessary.
Recordkeeping:	Training requires written operating procedures. Employers must record employee identity, date of training, and means used to verify that the employee understood the training.

Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response - HAZWOPER (1926.65)*
Who:	Employees who work at a hazardous waste site and those who are managers or supervisors at a hazardous waste site require training under the standard's paragraph (e). Employees who work at a Treatment, Storage, and Disposal (TSD) facility require training under the standard's paragraph (p). Any employees designated to participate in emergency response to hazardous substance releases require training under the standard's paragraph (q).
When:	OSHA specifies training time requirements for all of the various duties involved. Employees working at a hazardous waste site must be trained before they participate in field activities and annually thereafter (paragraph (e)). Employees working at a TSD facility must be trained upon initial assignment and annually thereafter (paragraph (p)). Any employees designated to participate in emergency response to hazardous substance releases must be trained prior to taking part in actual emergency operations, and must receive annual refresher training (paragraph (q)).
Recordkeeping:	Training certification is required under paragraph (e), hazardous waste cleanup site operations; paragraph (p), hazardous waste treatment, storage, and/or disposal operations; and paragraph (q), emergency response to hazardous substance releases. Alternatively to training certification, paragraph (e) allows for documentation or certification that an employee's work experience and/or training has resulted in training equivalent to required training. For annual refresher training, paragraph (q) also requires a statement of the training or competency. For the statement of competency, also keep a record of the methodology used to demonstrate competency.

Hearing Protection (1926.101)
Who:	Ear protective devices inserted in the ear are to be fitted or determined individually by competent persons.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Eye and Face Protection (1926.102)
Who:	Employees who use eye or face protection. Eye and face protection equipment required by 29 CFR 1926 shall meet the requirements specified in the 2010, 2003, or 1989 (R-1998) editions of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard Z87.1, incorporated by reference in 1926.6, or, alternatively, shall be demonstrated to at least be as effective as protective eye and face protection devices that are constructed in accordance with one of the above ANSI standards. The ANSI standards call for eye and face protection users to be trained in the proper use and application of the equipment, its limitations, and inspection and maintenance, along with proper storage. The 2010 edition adds training in fitting the equipment.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Respiratory Protection (1926.103 / 1910.134)*
Who:	Effectively train employees who are required to use respirators. Employees who voluntarily wear respirators must, at least, be given the information in 1910.134 App. D.
When:	Training must be provided initially or before using a respirator. Retraining shall be administered annually, and whenever: Changes in the workplace or the type of respirator render previous training obsolete; Inadequacies in the employee’s knowledge or use of the respirator indicate that the employee has not retained the requisite understanding or skill; or Retraining appears to be necessary to ensure safe respirator use.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified. Documentation is required for medical evaluations and fit testing.

Fire Protection (1926.150 and 1926.155)
Who:	The employer is to provide a trained and equipped firefighting organization (fire brigade) as warranted by the project. According to 1926.155, fire brigade means an organized group of employees that are knowledgeable, trained, and skilled in the safe evacuation of employees during emergency situations and in assisting in fire fighting operations. During demolition or alterations, existing automatic sprinkler installation control valves may only be operated by properly authorized persons. The alarm code and reporting instructions are to be conspicuously posted at phones and employee entrances.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Signaling (1926.201)
Who:	Flaggers are to use signaling directions that conform to Part VI of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (1988 Edition, Revision 3, September 3, 1993, or the Millennium Edition, December 2000).
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Tools: Hand and Power: General Requirements (1926.300)
Who:	Employees using hand and power tools and exposed to the hazard of falling, flying, abrasive, and splashing objects, or exposed to harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases. These employees must be provided with the particular personal protective equipment necessary to protect them from the hazard, and all personal protective equipment shall meet the requirements and be maintained according to 29 CFR 1926 Subparts D and E. See the training requirements for 1926.101, 1926.102, and 1926.103 above.
When:	See the training requirements for 1926.103 above. No training time is specified for 1926.101 or 1926.102.
Recordkeeping:	See the training requirements for 1926.103 above. No training recordkeeping requirements are specified for 1926.101 or 1926.102.

Power-operated Hand Tools (1926.302)
Who:	Employees operating powder-actuated hand tools.
When:	Training is required before operation of tool.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Welding and Cutting: Gas and Arc (1926.350-351)
Who:	Employers of gas and arc welders must instruct them in the safe use of fuel gas and the safe means of arc welding and cutting.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Welding and Cutting: Fire Prevention (1926.352)
Who:	Employees assigned to guard against fire during welding, cutting, or heating operations (and for a sufficient period of time after completion of the work) are to be instructed on the specific anticipated fire hazards and how the provided firefighting equipment is to be used.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Welding, Cutting, and Heating in Way of Preservative Coatings (1926.354)
Who:	A competent person is to test a surface covered by a preservative coating for flammability before welding, cutting, or heating is started (when the flammability of the preservative coating is not known).
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Electrical: Wiring Design and Protection (1926.404)
Who:	The employer must designate one or more competent persons to implement the assured equipment grounding conductor program (when a program is used).
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified. Records must be kept of the tests performed as required by the assured equipment grounding conductor program.

Electrical: Safety-related Work Practices: General Requirements (1926.416)
Who:	Before work is begun, the employer must: Ascertain by inquiry or direct observation, or by instruments, whether any part of an energized electric power circuit, exposed or concealed, is so located that the performance of the work may bring any person, tool, or machine into physical or electrical contact with the electric power circuit; Post and maintain proper warning signs where such a circuit exists; and Advise employees of the location of such lines, the hazards involved, and the protective measures to be taken.
When:	Before electrical work is begun.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Scaffolding (1926.451)
Who:	Scaffolding erection, movement, dismantling, or alteration activities must be performed only by experienced and trained employees selected for such work by a competent person. A competent person qualified in scaffold erection, moving, dismantling or alteration must supervise and direct the erection, movement, dismantling, or alteration of scaffolds. According to 1926.450, “Qualified means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated ... [the] ability to solve or resolve problems related to the subject matter, the work, or the project.”
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Scaffolding (1926.454)
Who:	Each employee who performs work while on a scaffold must be trained by a person qualified in the subject matter to recognize the hazards associated with the type of scaffold being used and to understand the procedures to control or minimize those hazards. The training must include the areas listed in 1926.454(a). Each employee who is involved in erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, repairing, maintaining, or inspecting a scaffold must be trained by a competent person to recognize any hazards associated with the work in question. The training must include the topics listed in 1926.454(b).
When:	Initial training prior to performing work while on a scaffold or being involved in erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, repairing, maintaining, or inspecting a scaffold. Each employee who the employer has reason to believe lacks the skill or understanding needed for safe work involving the erection, use, or dismantling of scaffolds must be retrained so that the requisite proficiency is regained. Retraining is required in at least the following situations: Where changes at the worksite present a hazard about which an employee has not been previously trained; or Where changes in the types of scaffolds, fall protection, falling object protection, or other equipment present a hazard about which an employee has not been previously trained; or Where inadequacies in an affected employee's work involving scaffolds indicate that the employee has not retained the requisite proficiency.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Fall Protection: Training Requirements (1926.503)
Who:	Each employee who might be exposed to fall hazards is to be trained to recognize the hazards of falling and must be trained in the procedures to be followed in order to minimize these hazards. Training is to be conducted by a competent person who is qualified in the areas outlined in the standard.
When:	Initial training and retraining when the employer has reason to believe that any affected employee does not have the required understanding and skill.
Recordkeeping:	The employer is to prepare a written certification record that contains the name or other identity of the employee trained, the date(s) of the training, and the signature of the person who conducted the training or the signature of the employer. The latest training certification is to be maintained.

Material Handling Equipment (1926.602(d) / 1910.178(l))
Who:	Anyone operating a powered industrial truck must be trained and evaluated.
When:	Training and evaluation must occur before the worker operates the vehicle without direct supervision. Refresher training in relevant topics is needed when the vehicle is operated in an unsafe manner, after any accident or near-miss, after an evaluation shows retraining is needed, upon assignment to a different type of truck, and upon changes in the workplace that affect safe truck operation. An evaluation is required at least every three years.
Recordkeeping:	The employer must certify that the operator has been trained and evaluated. The certification must include the operator's name, the dates of the training and evaluation, and the name of the trainer/evaluator.

Site Clearing (1926.604)
Who:	Employees engaged in site clearing are to be instructed in the first aid treatment available.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Steel Erection - Fall Protection (1926.760)
Who:	Each employee working in a Controlled Decking Zone (CDZ) must have completed CDZ training in accordance with 1926.761. A controlled decking zone may be established in that area of the structure over 15 and up to 30 feet above a lower level where metal decking is initially being installed and forms the leading edge of a work area.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Steel Erection - Training (1926.761)
Who:	Steel erection employees exposed to fall hazards and those engaged in multiple lift rigging, connector, and Controlled Decking Zone (CDZ) procedures.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Underground Construction (1926.800)
Who:	All employees are to be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of hazards associated with underground construction activities. Oncoming shifts are to be informed of any hazardous occurrences or conditions that have or may affect employee safety. At least one designated person is to be on duty above ground to summon aid and keep an accurate count of employees underground. Qualified rescue teams are to be available. A competent person is to inspect the roof, face, and walls of the work area at the start of each shift and as often as necessary to determine ground stability. After blasting in shafts, a competent person is to determine if walls, ladders, timbers, etc. have loosened. A competent person is to inspect all drilling equipment before each use. Employees working below jumbo decks are to be warned whenever drilling is about to begin. A competent person is to inspect haulage equipment before each shift. Employees are to be given suitable instructions before maintenance, repairs, or other work is started in the shaft served by a cage, skip, or bucket.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Compressed Air Environments (1926.803)
Who:	Every employee is to be instructed in the rules and regulations which concern his safety or the safety of others. At least one employer-designated competent person is to be present at all times. When a medical lock is required, it is to be under the charge of an attendant who is trained in the use of the lock and has been instructed regarding steps to be taken in the treatment of decompression illness.
When:	Every employee going under air pressure for the first time is to be instructed on how to avoid excessive discomfort.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Demolition: Preparatory Operations (1926.850)
Who:	Prior to permitting employees to start demolition operations, a competent person must make an engineering survey of the structure to determine the condition of the framing, floors, and walls, and possibility of unplanned collapse of any portion of the structure. Any adjacent structure where employees may be exposed shall also be similarly checked.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Demolition: Materials Chutes (1926.852)
Who:	A substantial gate shall be installed in each materials chute at or near the discharge end. A competent employee must be assigned to control the operation of the gate, and the backing and loading of trucks.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Demolition: Removal of Walls, Floors, and Material with Equipment (1926.854)
Who:	Employees in demolition operations involving cranes, derricks, and mechanical equipment.
When:	Training times, if any, are specified in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 subparts N, O, and CC, as referenced by 1926.856(c).
Recordkeeping:	Training record requirements, if any, are specified in accordance with subparts, N, O, and CC.

Demolition: Removal of Steel Construction (1926.858)
Who:	Employees in steel construction removal operations involving cranes, derricks, or other mechanical equipment.
When:	Training times, if any, are specified in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 subparts N and CC, as referenced by 1926.858(b).
Recordkeeping:	Training record requirements, if any, are specified in accordance with subparts N and CC.

Demolition: Mechanical Demolition (1926.859)
Who:	During demolition, a competent person shall conduct continuing inspections as the work progresses to detect hazards resulting from weakened or deteriorated floors, or walls, or loosened material.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Blasting and Use of Explosives: Blaster Qualifications (1926.901)
Who:	Blasters (persons authorized to use explosives for blasting purposes) must meet the standard's qualifications requirements.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Blasting and Use of Explosives: Surface Transportation of Explosives (1926.902)
Who:	Drivers of vehicles transporting explosives are to be licensed and familiar with local, state, and federal regulations governing the transportation of explosives. The driver must be trained to use the vehicle's fire extinguisher.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Blasting and Use of Explosives: Firing the Blast (1926.909)
Who:	All employees are to familiarize themselves with (and conform to) the posted code of blasting signals.
When:	No training time is specified.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution: General Requirements (1926.950)
Who:	Train and familiarize all employees performing work involving construction of electric power transmission and distribution lines and equipment, in safe work practices and safety procedures for their job assignments and applicable emergency procedures (such as rescue). Qualified employees must be trained and competent in distinguishing exposed live parts; determining nominal voltage; maintaining minimum approach distances; using precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools; recognizing electrical hazards; and (according to Appendix B to 1926 Subpart V) selecting proper working position. See the definition of qualified employee at 1926.968. Contractor/host information transfer requirements call for the contract employer to ensure that each of its employees is instructed in the hazardous conditions relevant to the employee’s work that the contract employer is aware of as a result of information communicated to the contract employer by the host employer under 1926.950(c)(1). Employees who perform line-clearance tree trimming for the purpose of clearing space around electric power generation, transmission, or distribution lines or equipment and on behalf of an organization that operates, or that controls the operating procedures for, those lines or equipment must comply with 1910.269, which has its own training requirements. Employees who perform work involving electric power generation installations must comply with 1910.269, which has its own training requirements.
When:	Before exposure involving the construction of electric power transmission and distribution lines and equipment. Construction includes the erection of new electric transmission and distribution lines and equipment, and the alteration, conversion, and improvement of existing electric transmission and distribution lines and equipment. Additional training (or retraining) as necessary (e.g., safe work practice noncompliance, new technology, new equipment types, changes in procedures, or not normally used job duties). Contractor/host information transfer must take place before work begins and within two days after discovering any unanticipated hazardous conditions.
Recordkeeping:	Each employee must demonstrate proficiency in the work practices involved. Though they are not required, employment records that indicate that an employee has successfully completed the required electrical training are one way of keeping track of when an employee has demonstrated proficiency.

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution: Medical Services and First Aid (1926.951)
Who:	First-aid training is required for the number of employees specified in the regulation. This training is in addition to that required by 1926.50. See the definition of first-aid training at 1926.968.
When:	The proper number of persons with first-aid training must be available before performing work on, or associated with, exposed lines or equipment energized at 50 volts or more.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation required.

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution: Job Briefing (1926.952)
Who:	Job briefings for employees involved in the job. The briefing conducted by the employee in charge of the job. The person in charge of the job must be provided with all information that relates to the determination of existing characteristics required by 1926.950(d). An employee working alone need not conduct a job briefing; however, the employer shall ensure that the tasks to be performed are planned as if a briefing were required.
When:	Before employees start each job. At least one job briefing before each day or shift. If the work or operations to be performed during the work day or shift are repetitive and similar, at least one job briefing shall be conducted before the start of the first job of each day or shift. Additional job briefings must be held if significant changes, which might affect the safety of the employees, occur during the course of the work.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation required.

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Who:	Each employee who enters an enclosed space or who serves as an attendant must be trained in the hazards of enclosed-space entry, in enclosed-space entry procedures, and in enclosed-space rescue procedures. Also, while work is being performed in the enclosed space, an attendant with first-aid training must be immediately available outside the space. Training in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA (1926.1200 to .1213), Confined Spaces in Construction Standard, is required for employees that will enter any enclosed space that contains a hazardous atmosphere.
When:	Before entry.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation specifically mentioned at 1926.953; however, 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA calls for training documentation.

Who:	Personal protective equipment and personal fall arrest systems must meet the requirements of Part 1926 Subpart E (1926.95 to .107) and Subpart M (1926.500 to .503 and Appendices), respectively. Therefore, please refer to the training requirements for those subparts, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information. For the purpose of paragraphs 1926.954(b)(3)(iii)(B) to (C), qualified employees must be proficient in climbing and the use of fall protection under 1926.950(b)(7).
When:	See the training requirements for Part 1926 Subparts E and M specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information. Qualified employees must be proficient prior to climbing or changing location on poles, towers, or similar structures.
Recordkeeping:	See the requirements for Part 1926 Subparts E and M specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information. Though they are not required, employment records that indicate that an employee has successfully completed the required electrical training are one way of keeping track of when an employee has demonstrated proficiency.

Who:	Materials handling and storage must comply with applicable material-handling and material-storage requirements in Part 1926, including those in Subparts N (1926.550 to .555) and CC (1926.1400 to .1442 and Appendices). Therefore, please refer to the training requirements for those subparts, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information.
When:	See the training requirements for Part 1926 Subparts N and CC, if any, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information.
Recordkeeping:	See the training requirements for Part 1926 Subparts N and CC, if any, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information.

Who:	Mechanical equipment must be operated in accordance with applicable requirements in Part 1926, including Subpart N (1926.550 to .555), Subpart O (1926.600 to .606), and Subpart CC (1926.1400 to .1442 and Appendices), with some exceptions. Therefore, please refer to the training requirements for those subparts, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information.
When:	See the training requirements for Part 1926 Subparts N, O, and CC, if any, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information.
Recordkeeping:	See the training requirements for Part 1926 Subparts N, O, and CC, if any, specified elsewhere in this At-A-Glance information.

Who:	Only qualified employees may work on or with exposed energized lines or parts of equipment. Only qualified employees may work in areas containing unguarded, uninsulated energized lines or parts of equipment operating at 50 volts or more.
When:	Before work on exposed live parts, or near enough to them to expose the employee to any hazard they present.
Recordkeeping:	Though they are not required, employment records that indicate that an employee has successfully completed the required electrical training are one way of keeping track of when an employee has demonstrated proficiency.

Who:	Each employee involved in high-voltage and high-power testing performed in laboratories, shops, and substations, and in the field and on electric transmission and distribution lines and equipment. This applies only to testing involving interim measurements using high voltage, high power, or combinations of high voltage and high power, and not to testing involving continuous measurements as in routine metering, relaying, and normal line work.
When:	Training must be provided upon initial assignment to the test area. In addition, retraining must be provided as required by 1926.950(b).
Recordkeeping:	Though they are not required, employment records that indicate that an employee has successfully completed the required electrical training are one way of keeping track of when an employee has demonstrated proficiency.

Who:	Supervisors of live-line barehand work and employees using the live-line barehand technique on energized circuits are to be trained in conformance with 1926.950(b) in the technique and in the safety requirements of 1926.964(c).
When:	Before using or supervising the use of the live-line barehand technique on energized circuits.
Recordkeeping:	Though they are not required, employment records that indicate that an employee has successfully completed the required electrical training are one way of keeping track of when an employee has demonstrated proficiency.

Who:	First-aid training is required for an employee that must be available on the surface in the immediate vicinity of the manhole or vault entrance to render emergency assistance. See the definition of first-aid training at 1926.968.
When:	Before work on underground electrical installations is performed in a manhole or vault containing energized electric equipment.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation required.

Who:	Job briefings in accordance with 1926.952 for each employee working in a substation. The briefing covers information on special system conditions affecting employee safety, including the location of energized equipment in or adjacent to the work area and the limits of any deenergized work area.
When:	At least one job briefing before each day or shift involving entry of a substation. Additional job briefings must be held if significant changes, which might affect safety of the employees, occur during the course of the work performed in a substation.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation required.

Who:	Each employee using stairways and ladders is to be trained to recognize hazards and follow procedures to minimize the hazards.
When:	Retraining is to be provided as necessary.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Who:	All employees who work as commercial dive team members.
When:	Employees must be trained prior to conducting any tasks on the dive team. There is no specified length of training time.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.

Who:	Persons who supervise hazard control operations related to asbestos, tremolite, anthophyllite, and actinolite must be trained in engineering controls and in abatement, the contents of this standard, and identification and removal procedures.
When:	Training is provided before initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. Also, within five working days after receipt, the employer is to notify the employee in writing of exposure monitoring results.
Recordkeeping:	The employer must have all written materials relating to the employee training program including this regulation, available to all affected employees. Training records must be maintained for one year beyond an employee’s last day of employment.

Who:	Authorized employees (those employees assigned to work where a regulated carcinogen is manufactured, processed, used, repackaged, released, handled, or stored). This standard incorporates by reference 1910.134, which has additional training requirements for wearing respirators.
When:	Prior to being authorized to enter a regulated area and annually thereafter.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.

Who:	Any employee engaged in vinyl chloride or polyvinyl chloride operations (including manufacture, reaction, packaging, repackaging, storage, handling, or use). (Note: does not apply to employees who handle or use fabricated products made of polyvinyl chloride.) This standard incorporates by reference 1910.134, which has additional training requirements for employees who wear respirators.
When:	Prior to or at the time of initial assignment and annually thereafter. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receipt, the employer is to notify the employee in writing of exposure monitoring results.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Who:	Training is to be provided to employees who are subject to exposure to inorganic arsenic above the action level (without regard to respirator use), or for whom there is a possibility of skin or eye irritation from inorganic arsenic. (Does not apply to employees exposed in agriculture or to employees exposed from pesticide application, treating wood with preservatives or using arsenically preserved wood.) Also, any person who cleans or launders contaminated protective clothing is to be informed in writing of the hazards of exposure to inorganic arsenic. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion.
When:	Training to be provided at the time of initial assignment, and shall be repeated at least annually. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receipt, the employer is to notify the employee in writing of exposure monitoring results.
Recordkeeping:	The employer shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the employee information and training program to the Assistant Secretary and the Director. The employer shall make readily available to all affected employees a copy of 1910.1018 and its appendices. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for exposure monitoring and medical surveillance programs.

Who:	Each employee with occupational exposure to beryllium in all forms, compounds, and mixtures in construction, except: Articles defined at 29 CFR 1910.1200(c) that contain beryllium and that the employer does not process. Materials containing less than 0.1 percent beryllium by weight where the employer has objective data demonstrating that employee exposure to beryllium will remain below the action level as an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) under any foreseeable conditions. If an employer has an employee with occupational exposure to beryllium as specified above, the employer must: Include beryllium in its written hazard communication program, under 1910.1200(e); Ensure that each covered employee has access to labels on containers of beryllium and access to corresponding safety data sheets; and Provide information and training in accordance with 1910.1200(h) for each employee who has, or can reasonably be expected to have, airborne exposure to or dermal contact with beryllium. Also, each employee who is, or can reasonably be expected to be, exposed to airborne beryllium can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the nine training elements listed at 1926.1024(m)(4)(ii).
When:	Provide initial training by the time of initial assignment for each employee who has, or can reasonably be expected to have, airborne exposure to or dermal contact with beryllium. Repeat the training required under 1926.1124 annually for each employee who has, or can reasonably be expected to have, airborne exposure to or dermal contact with beryllium. When a workplace change (such as modification of equipment, tasks, or procedures) results in new or increased airborne exposure that exceeds, or can reasonably be expected to exceed, either the TWA PEL or the STEL, the employer must provide additional training to those employees affected by the change in airborne exposure.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified. However, a copy of 1926.1124 and its appendices must be readily available without cost to each covered employee and designated employee representative(s).

Who:	All employees who are potentially exposed to chromium (VI). This regulation incorporates by reference 1910.134 and 1910.1200, which have additional training requirements. Also, any person who cleans or launders contaminated protective clothing is to be informed in writing of the hazards of exposure to chromium (VI). In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician’s written opinion within two weeks after the employer receives it.
When:	Training shall be provided prior to or at the time of initial assignment. Also, within five working days after receipt, the employer is to notify the employee in writing of exposure monitoring results.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.

Who:	Training must be provided to all employees who are exposed to airborne concentrations of benzene at or above the action level.
When:	Training shall be provided prior to or at the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receipt, the employer is to notify the employee in writing of exposure monitoring results.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.

Who:	Employees who are assigned to work in a regulated area. Employees who refuse to participate in the medical surveillance program are to be informed of the possible health consequences. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion. Also, this standard incorporates by reference 1910.134, which has additional training requirements for employees who wear respirators.
When:	At the time of initial assignment and annually thereafter. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receipt, the employer is to notify the employee in writing of exposure monitoring results.
Recordkeeping:	Employees who refuse to participate in the medical surveillance program are to sign a statement that they understand the risks involved with refusing the examination. Appropriate procedures and schedules are to be posted in the regulated area. The employer is to maintain a record of the contents of the training program and shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the program to the Secretary and the Director. The employer shall make readily available to all affected employees a copy of 1910.1029 and its appendices. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for exposure monitoring and medical surveillance programs.

Who:	Applies to employees who are occupationally exposed to 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane (DBCP). Employees must meet training requirements when they work in operations where DBCP is stored, transported, distributed or sold in intact containers that are sealed to prevent exposures to DBCP vapors or liquid, but they may be exempt from some of the other requirements of the standard. This standard does not apply to employees who are exposed solely from the application and use of DBCP as a pesticide. Also, this standard incorporates by reference 1910.134, which has additional training requirements for employees who wear respirators. Also, any person who cleans or launders contaminated protective clothing is to be informed of the hazards of exposure to DBCP. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion.
When:	Annually, the employer is required to inform the employees of the information contained in the standard's Appendix A. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receiving monitoring results, the employer is to notify employees of their exposure level in writing.
Recordkeeping:	The employer is to maintain a record of the contents of the training program and shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the program to the Assistant Secretary and the Director. The employer shall make readily available to all affected employees a copy of 1910.1044 and its appendices. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for exposure monitoring and medical surveillance programs.

Who:	Employees occupationally exposed to acrylonitrile (AN). The standard does not apply to processing, use, and handling of finished polymers (and products made from polymers) of ABS resins, SAN resins, nitrile barrier resins, solid nitrile elastomers, acrylic and modacrylic fibers, and solids made from or containing AN that will not be heated above 170 degrees F. (Also exempt are other AN materials that are not capable of releasing specified amounts of airborne AN.) Also, this standard incorporates by reference 1910.132 and 1910.134, which have additional training requirements for employees who wear personal protective equipment or respirators. Also, any person who cleans or launders contaminated protective clothing is to be informed of the hazards of exposure to AN. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion.
When:	At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. Also, within five (5) working days after receiving monitoring results, the employer is to notify employees of their exposure level in writing.
Recordkeeping:	The employer is to maintain a record of the contents of the training program and shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the program to the Assistant Secretary and the Director. The employer shall make readily available to all affected employees a copy of 1910.1045 and its appendices. A training certificate is required for employees trained in using personal protective equipment under 1910.132. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for exposure monitoring and medical surveillance programs.

Who:	Employees who have the potential to be exposed to ethylene oxide (EtO) at or above the action level, or above the excursion limit. Also, this standard incorporates by reference 1910.38, 1910.132, and 1910.134, which have additional training requirements. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion within fifteen days after the employer receives it.
When:	At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receiving monitoring results, the employer is to notify employees of their exposure level either individually in writing or by posting the results.
Recordkeeping:	The employer shall make a copy of 1910.1047 and its appendices available to employees. A training certificate is required for employees trained in using personal protective equipment under 1910.132. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for exposure monitoring and medical surveillance programs.

Who:	Employees assigned to workplaces where there is exposure to formaldehyde at or above 0.1 ppm. Also, this standard incorporates by reference 1910.132 and 1910.134, which have additional training requirements for employees who wear personal protective equipment or respirators. Also, any person who cleans or launders contaminated protective clothing is to be informed of the hazards of exposure to formaldehyde. In addition, the employer must provide specified information to the physician who is conducting medical surveillance, and the employee is to receive a copy of the physician's written opinion within fifteen (15) days after the employer receives it. At the time of initial assignment and whenever a new exposure to formaldehyde is introduced.
When:	Training is to be repeated at least annually. Also, within fifteen (15) working days after receiving monitoring results, the employer is to notify employees of their exposure level either individually in writing or by posting the results. Also, each time that employees undergo a medical exam by an employer-selected physician, the employer must promptly notify the employees that they have the right to seek a second medical opinion.
Recordkeeping:	The employer is to maintain a record of the contents of the training program and shall provide, upon request, all materials relating to the program to employees and to the Assistant Secretary and the Director. A training certificate is required for employees trained in using personal protective equipment under 1910.132. There are additional recordkeeping requirements for respirator fit testing, exposure monitoring, and medical surveillance programs.

Who:	All employees potentially exposed to methylene chloride.
When:	Training is provided prior to or when initially assigned to a job. Retraining is given on an as-needed basis.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified.

Who:	All employees with occupational exposures to respirable crystalline silica in construction work, except where employee exposure will remain below 25 micrograms per cubic meter of air (25 μg/m³) as an eight-hour time-weighted average under any foreseeable conditions. The employer must include respirable crystalline silica in its written Hazard Communication Program, under 29 CFR 1910.1200(e). Each covered employee must have access to hazard communication labels on containers of crystalline silica and access to corresponding safety data sheets. Each covered employee must be trained according to 1910.1200(h), and such training must address the following respirable crystalline silica hazards: cancer, lung effects, immune system effects, and kidney effects. In addition, the employer must ensure that each covered employee can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of at least the following: The health hazards associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica; Specific work tasks that could result in exposure to respirable crystalline silica; Specific measures the employer has implemented to protect employees from exposure to respirable crystalline silica, including engineering controls, work practices, and respirators to be used; The contents of 1926.1153; The identity of the competent person designated by the employer; and The purpose and a description of the medical surveillance program.
When:	Train prior to or when an employee is initially assigned to a job covered by 1926.1153. Retrain on an as-needed basis.
Recordkeeping:	No training recordkeeping requirements are specified. However, a copy of 1926.1153 must be readily available without cost to each covered employee.

Who:	Each person who is to have an active role in entry operations must be trained in accordance with 1926.1207. Note that an April 13, 2016, OSHA memo sets a new enforcement policy for Subpart AA regarding certain work on or directly related to telecommunications (telecom) lines and equipment by telecom workers in an existing telecom manhole or vault.
When:	Train at times indicated in 1926.1207.
Recordkeeping:	Document training in accordance with 1926.1207.

Who:	Each employee whose work is regulated by 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA must be provided with training, at no cost to the employee, to ensure that the employee possesses the understanding, knowledge, and skills necessary for the safe performance of the duties assigned under Subpart AA. This training must result in an understanding of the hazards in the permit space and the methods used to isolate, control or in other ways protect employees from these hazards. For those employees not authorized to perform entry rescues, training must result in an understanding of the dangers of attempting such rescues. The training must establish employee proficiency in the duties required by Subpart AA and must introduce new or revised procedures, as necessary, for compliance with Subpart AA.
When:	Training must occur: Before the employee is first assigned duties under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA; Before there is a change in assigned duties; Whenever there is a change in permit space entry operations that presents a hazard about which an employee has not previously been trained; and Whenever there is any evidence of a deviation from the permit space entry procedures required by 1926.1204(c) or there are inadequacies in the employee’s knowledge or use of these procedures. Also, the employer must introduce new or revised procedures, as necessary, for compliance with Subpart AA.
Recordkeeping:	The employer must maintain training records to show that the required training has been accomplished. The training records must contain each employee’s name, the name of the trainers, and the dates of training. The documentation must be available for inspection by employees and their authorized representatives, for the period of time the employee is employed by that employer.

Who:	If an outside rescue service is chosen, the rescue service’s ability must be evaluated in terms of proficiency with rescue-related tasks and equipment, to function appropriately while rescuing entrants from the particular permit space of types of permit spaces evaluated. Provide the rescue team or service access to all permit spaces from which rescue may be necessary so the service or team can practice rescue operations. If an employer designates employees to provide permit space rescue and/or emergency services, they must be trained to perform assigned rescue duties. The employer must ensure that such employees successfully complete the training required and establish proficiency as authorized entrants. Train each affected employee in basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The employer must ensure that at least one member of the rescue team or service holding a current certification in basic first aid and CPR is available. Train each affected employee so the employee is proficient in the use of that PPE. Ensure that affected employees of the rescue team practice making permit space rescues.
When:	Train at times indicated in 1926.1207. In addition, ensure that affected employees practice making permit space rescues before attempting an actual rescue, and at least once every 12 months, by means of simulated rescue operations in which they remove dummies, manikins, or actual persons from the actual permit spaces or from representative permit spaces, except practice rescue is not required where the affected employees properly performed a rescue operation during the last 12 months in the same permit space the authorized entrant will enter, or in a similar permit space. Representative permit spaces must, with respect to opening size, configuration, and accessibility, simulate the types of permit spaces from which rescue is to be performed.
Recordkeeping:	Document training in accordance with 1926.1207.

Who:	Operators of digger derricks in construction work for telecommunication service, when used for augering holes for poles carrying electric and telecommunication lines, placing and removing the poles, and for handling associated materials to be installed on or removed from the poles.
When:	Before being permitted to operate the derrick, training in the operation of the derrick must be provided. In addition, before employees may be permitted to engage in activities under 1910.268, employees must receive proper training in the various precautions and safe practices described in that section; however, where the employer can demonstrate that an employee is already trained in the precautions and safe practices required by 1910.268 prior to employment, training need not be provided to that employee in accordance with that section.
Recordkeeping:	The employer must certify that employees have been trained under 1910.268 by preparing a certification record which includes the identity of the person trained, the signature of the employer or the person who conducted the training, and the date the training was completed. The certification record must be prepared at the completion of training and must be maintained on file for the duration of the employee's employment.

Who:	Assembly/disassembly directors must instruct crew members on their tasks, associated hazards, and hazardous positions and locations.
When:	Before commencing assembly/disassembly operations, before taking on a different task, or when new personnel is added during operations.
Recordkeeping:	No specific training documentation is required.