The Concrete & Masonry Construction Training course provides workers with a comprehensive overview of the safety practices, equipment, and procedures required for concrete and masonry work. This regulation-compliant program fulfills classroom training requirements and includes key sections on equipment, safe operations, personal protective equipment (PPE), and common hazards found on construction sites.

Learners explore machinery and tools used during cement handling, concrete placement, vertical shoring, reshoring, and formwork. The course also covers safe procedures for handling prestressed and precast concrete, performing lift slab operations, and conducting masonry construction tasks. Additional instruction is provided on proper PPE selection and use. To reinforce safe work habits, the training incorporates real-world case studies that highlight common hazards and how to avoid similar incidents.

Throughout the course, participants complete practice questions to prepare for the final exam. A practical evaluation checklist is included for employer use in accordance with OSHA expectations. While workers must still be familiar with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, this program aligns with major safety standards including 29 CFR 1926.700–706, 29 CFR 1910.135, 29 CFR 1926.501, and ANSI A10.9-1983.

Concrete and masonry construction work involves heavy materials, lifting systems, reinforced structures, and specialized formwork—all of which present significant hazards when not managed properly. Understanding how to operate equipment safely, follow proper work procedures, and apply hazard controls is essential for preventing accidents. This course equips learners with the foundational knowledge required to recognize risks and maintain safe work practices on construction sites.

Equipment

• Identify the machinery, tools, and systems used in concrete and masonry construction
• Review inspection requirements and best practices for safe equipment operation

Safe Operations

• Learn safe procedures for cement handling, concrete placement, shoring, reshoring, and formwork
• Understand proper methods for handling precast, prestressed, and lift slab components

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Review PPE requirements for concrete and masonry tasks
• Understand how protective equipment mitigates chemical, physical, and structural hazards

Hazards

• Recognize common hazards associated with concrete and masonry construction
• Learn from case studies illustrating causes of incidents and preventive measures

This online concrete and masonry construction course takes approximately 165 minutes to complete. Learners can start, pause, and resume the course at their convenience.

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the final exam. Learners have two opportunities to achieve the required mark. Knowledge checks throughout the program reinforce the material.

Upon successful completion of the course, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion.