Occupational safety and health administration in hospitality

Ever wondered what to do when something looks or feels unsafe? Let's face it: whether it's a spilled drink, a loose mat, or an evacuation drill, we've all had those close calls. And sometimes, it's more serious-a hazard that could put someone in real danger.

That's why OSHA exists-to identify, eliminate, or reduce workplace hazards so everyone can feel safe and confident.

This online course is designed to give you the tools and confidence to recognize risks, prevent accidents, and respond to emergencies - keeping your workplace safe and efficient.

What you'll learn in the Occupational safety and health administration in hospitality course

• OSHA's role and significance in hospitality
• How to distinguish between OSHA compliance and non-compliance
• Your rights and your employers' responsibilities under OSHA
• How to assess, address, and report hazards
• What PPE is, its purpose, and your responsibilities when using it
• How to identify PPE types and the hazards they mitigate
• How to recognize causes of slips, trips, and falls, and identify prevention methods
• What the RACE and PASS techniques are and how to use them for fire safety
• What ergonomics is and its importance in hospitality
• How to identify and mitigate risks of poor ergonomics
• How to safely handle and store cleaning chemicals using Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• What workplace violence is and how to apply de-escalation techniques
• Emergency response steps, including first aid and injury reporting
• How to follow evacuation procedures and protect against bloodborne pathogens
• And much more!

Who the Occupational safety and health administration in hospitality course is for

The Occupational safety and health administration in hospitality online course is aimed at hospitality employees looking to understand the fundamentals of occupational health and safety, and looking to refresh or update their knowledge on workplace safety.

This course has been designed by Typsy's expert learning designers, in collaboration with our hospitality clients and leading subject matter expert John Heinen, Principal Fire Investigator/Consultant.