Overview & Objectives
The Subpart R Steel Erection for Construction online safety course from Exceed Safety provides training and a broad, intermediate-level overview of the requirements surrounding OSHA’s construction safety standards on Steel Erection and Subpart R. Participants of the course will learn current occupational safety and health information regarding steel erection.
NOTICE: This OSHA Subpart R training is not designed to be a substitute for specific, hands-on training and information.
Exceed Safety’s Subpart R Steel Erection for Construction online training discusses the importance of fall protection, controlling decking zones (CDZs), steel erection, hoisting and rigging, and more in relation to the construction workspace. Participants are also encouraged to further their education by reviewing the reference guide on OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926, Subpart R. Specific course topics include the following:
- General overview of OSHA 29 CFR 1926, Subpart R
- Introduction and general overview of steel erection in construction
- Applicable course definitions
- Starting steel erection
- Site-specific erection plans
- Hoisting and rigging/crane safety
- Structural steel assembly
- Column anchorage
- Beams and columns
- Open web steel joists
- Falling object protection
- Training requirements regarding steel erection
Specific industry terms discussed throughout the duration of the course include the following:
- OSHA
- CDZ
- Steel Erection Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee (SENRAC)
- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
- Longspan Steel Joists (LH)
- Deep Longpsan Steel Joists (DLH)
- Steel Joist Institute (SJI)