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  • Construction Safety Courses

  • Advance your construction career and fulfill city and state requirements by learning from safety professionals from some of the largest construction projects in New York City.


  • LaGuardia Community College is partnering with Safety Dynamics, a full service safety, health and environmental consulting firm, to offer construction-related courses.

    Safety Dynamics training curricula is approved by OSHA, the NY State Department of Transportation and many New York City agencies, including the Department of Buildings, Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Housing Authority, School Construction Authority and Department of Environmental Protection.

  • COURSES

  • 4 Hour Flagging (NYSDOT)

    Earn the essential flagging certificate issued by Safety Dynamics by taking this NY State Department of Transportation approved course. You will focus on construction site and roadway safety, and the appropriate role of flagmen. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Wed 4/3/2019 4/3/2019 5:00-9:30 $150 A05OSH301A

    Thurs 5/2/2019 5/2/2019 5:00-9:30 $150 A05OSH301B

    Wed 6/5/2019 6/5/2019 5:00-9:30 $150 A05OSH301C

    4 Hour Scaffold User (NYCDOB)

    Get the required training and certificate issued by Safety Dynamics to work on supported scaffolding of any height by taking this New York City Department of Buildings approved course. Topics include how to properly erect and load scaffolds, fall prevention and electrical hazards, Chapter 33 building regulations, ladder safety, how to properly wear a full body harness and more. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Fri 4/5/2019 4/5/2019 5:00-9:30 $150 A05OSH300A

    Mon 5/6/2019 5/6/2019 5:00-9:30 $150 A05OSH300B

    Thurs 6/6/2019 6/6/2019 5:00-9:30 $150 A05OSH300C

    30 Hour Concrete Safety Manager (NYCDOB)

    A registered Concrete Safety Manager is required on major building construction projects that involve the placement of 2,000 cubic yards or more of concrete. Take the first step towards obtaining your license as a registered Concrete Safety Manager by enrolling in this New York City Department of Buildings approved course. You will focus on all building codes as they pertain to concrete safety and upon successful completion of the course receive a certificate of completion issued by Safety Dynamics. Prerequisite: You must have 5 years of construction supervising experience in concrete operations. ND 

    Thurs & Fri 5/2/2019 5/17/2019 5:00-10:30 $590 A05OSH303A

    40 Hour Site Safety Manager (NYCDOB)

    Earn the Site Safety Manager certificate issued by Safety Dynamics, essential for working in any level of the construction industry, by taking this New York City Department of Buildings approved course. This class also sets you on the path to becoming a licensed Site Safety Manager. Topics include NYC building codes, current federal and state regulatory standards, and applicable local laws to ensure compliance and safe work practices in construction. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Mon, Tues & Wed 4/30/2019 5/15/2019 5:00-10:30 $650 A05OSH302A

    10 Hour OSHA Construction Training

    Study the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) code of federal regulations for construction in order to work on any construction site. Basic awareness training on the recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of workplace hazards will be covered. This certification is also a requirement to become a New York City on-site supervisor. Upon successful completion, you will receive your OSHA certification and card. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Fri (5:00 pm-10:00 pm) & Sat (8:00 am-3:00 pm) 3/22/2019 3/23/2019 5:00-10:00 $150 A05OSH304F

    30 Hour OSHA Construction Training

    Learn the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) code of federal regulations for construction by taking this course, a requirement to work on any construction site. Topics include fall protection, excavations, scaffolding, concrete and masonry, OSHA inspection procedures and more. Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn an OSHA issued card, and a certificate of completion approved by OSHA and issued by Safety Dynamics. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Wed & Thurs 4/3/2019 4/18/2019 5:00-10:30 $550 A05OSH305A

    Mon, Tues & Wed 5/13/2019 5/22/2019 5:00-10:30 $550 A05OSH305B

    Thurs & Fri 6/6/2019 6/21/2019 5:00-10:30 $550 A05OSH305C

    7 Hour Construction Site Fire Safety Manager (FDNY)

    Learn the roles and responsibilities listed in the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) S-56 guidelines to acquire the Certificate of Fitness for Construction Site Fire Safety Manager issued by the FDNY. This course is required for the application, recertification and accreditation of the Construction Site Fire Safety Manager certificate issued by the New York City Department of Buildings, as mandated by FDNY rules S 113-04 (b)(2) and S 113-10. Topics include proper use of fire protection devices, hot work operations, safeguarding roofing operations and first responder practices. Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn a certificate of completion issued by Safety Dynamics. ND

    Thurs & Fri 5/9/2019 5/10/2019 5:00-9:30 $185 A05OSH308A

    8 Hour Concrete Safety Manager Refresher (NYCDOB)

    Get the required training to renew your New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) Concrete Safety Manager license. You will review safe job practices on major building construction projects that involve the placement of 2,000 cubic yards or more of concrete. Topics include NYCDOB Code 3300, local laws and bulletins; and OSHA 1926, subparts C, E, X, Q, R and N. Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn a certificate of completion approved by NYCDOB and issued by Safety Dynamics. Prerequisite: 30 Hour Concrete Safety Manager course within the past year. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Mon & Tues 4/22/2019 4/23/2019 5:00-9:30 $185 A05OSH306A

    Mon & Tues 6/24/2019 6/25/2019 5:00-9:30 $185 A05OSH306B

    8 Hour Site Safety Manager (NYCDOB)

    Take the required New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) approved course to acquire NYCDOB licenses for Site Safety Manager, Site Safety Coordinator and Construction Site Superintendent. You will learn necessary methods and work practices in the construction of major buildings that are either 10 or more stories; 125 feet or more in height; or 100,000 square feet in lot coverage, regardless of height or as designated by the Commissioner of Buildings. Prerequisite: Must be a registered architect, licensed engineer OR have 5 years of construction supervision/safety experience, including 3 years supervising major building sites. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. Classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Mon & Tues 3/25/2019 3/26/2019 5:00-9:30 $200 A05OSH310C

    8 Hour Site Safety Coordinator (NYCDOB)

    Take this shortened version of the 40 Hour Site Safety Coordinator course in order to apply for New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) Site Safety Coordinator or Construction Superintendent licenses. Discuss the hazards of working in a New York City construction environment as well as specific methods and work practices that are necessary on an urban construction site. Upon successful completion, you will earn a certificate of completion from Safety Dynamics. Prerequisite: In order to be eligible to apply for the NYCDOB Site Safety Coordinator license, you must be a registered architect, licensed engineer, or have 5 years of construction supervision/safety experience, including 3 years supervising major buildings. ND

    Mon & Tues 3/25/2019 3/26/2019 5:00-9:30 $390 A05SFT001C

    16 Hour Rigging Worker (NYCDOB)

    Obtain the training required by the New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) for all individuals who are not employed by a licensed rigger who will perform rigging or signaling work in conjunction with hoisting or lowering of articles on the outside of buildings with hoisting equipment. Topics include an overview of OSHA and NYCDOB codes and procedures. Upon completion, you will receive a photo ID card from Safety Dynamics, valid for 4 years. ND

    Sat 4/6/2019 4/13/2019 8:00-5:00 $450 A05RIG002A

    Sat 6/1/2019 6/8/2019 8:00-5:00 $450 A05RIG002B

    16 Hour Suspended Scaffold User (NYCDOB)

    Take the New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) required course for all workers using suspended scaffolding on construction sites. Learn how to visually inspect suspended scaffold equipment; identify basic scaffold components; and execute safe assembly and disassembly of the equipment. You will also study NYCDOB code requirements, and the safe and proper use of a suspended scaffold. Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn a certificate of completion approved by NYCDOB and issued by Safety Dynamics. You must register 2 business days before the course begins. All classes take place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. ND

    Sat 4/6/2019 4/13/2019 8:00-5:00 $540 A05SCF001A

    Sat 6/1/2019 6/8/2019 8:00-5:00 $540 A05SCF001B

    32 Hour Supported Scaffold Supervisor (NYCDOB)

    Get the required training to work on installing and removing scaffolds by taking this New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) approved course. This course trains experienced construction workers on the safe and proper installation, removal and modifications of scaffolding over 40 feet. Focus is on the use of scaffolding as an important part of worker safety and the dangers of falls, electrocution and collapse as common hazards. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a photo ID card and certificate issued by Safety Dynamics, valid for 4 years. ND 

    Mon & Tues 4/1/2019 4/16/2019 5:00-10:30 $575 A05SCF005A

    Mon & Tues 6/3/2019 6/18/2019 5:00-10:30 $575 A05SCF005B

    10 godzinne szkolenie OSHA dla budownictwa (polski)

    Zapoznaj się z kodeksem federalnych przepisów dotyczących budowy wyznaczonych przez Administrację Bezpieczenistwa i Higieny Pracy (OSHA). Znajomość kodeksu pozwala pracować na wszystkich placach budowy. 

    Kurs zapewnia podstawowe szkolenie w zakresie świadomości, uznawania, unikania, ograniczania i zapobiegania zagrożeń w miejscu pracy. Ten certyfikat jest również wymogiem aby zostać kierownikiem budowy w stanie Nowy Jork. Po pomyślnym zakończeniu otrzymasz certyfikat OSHA i kartę ukończenia kursu. ND

    10 Hour OSHA Construction Training (Polish)

    Study the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) code of federal regulations for construction in order to work on any construction site. Basic awareness training on the recognition, avoidance, abatement and prevention of workplace hazards will be covered. This certification is also a requirement to become a New York City on-site supervisor. Upon successful completion, you will receive your OSHA certification and card. ND

    8 Hour Lead Awareness

    Take this mandatory course for workers who will disturb lead containing materials. Topics include the history and uses of lead; health effects associated with lead exposure; means and methods of controlling exposures; and OSHA regulations.

    Lead Renovator (EPA)

    Certified Renovators, learn how to comply with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Lead Safe Housing Rule, and how to perform lead-safe work practices safely and effectively. This EPA model course meets all requirements in 40 CFR 745 (EPA regulations on residential property renovation) and is for renovators, remodelers, painters, maintenance personnel and any other workers removing or modifying painted surfaces. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate from Safety Dynamics, valid for 5 years.

  • REQUIREMENTS

    Prerequisites
    • Prerequisite for 8 Hour Concrete Safety Manager Refresher (NYCDOB): 30 Hour Concrete Safety Manager course within the past year
    • Prerequisite for 8 Hour Site Safety Coordinator (NYCDOB): In order to be eligible to apply for the NYCDOB Site Safety Coordinator license, you must be a registered architect, licensed engineer, or have 5 years of construction supervision/safety experience, including 3 years supervising major buildings 

  • CUSTOMIZED TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

    Inquire

    To inquire about customized training opportunities, please contact Jennifer Mendez at (718) 482-5104 or jmendez@lagcc.cuny.edu.

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    Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    Friday and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

    Cash payments must be made at the Bursar's Office
    (C-Building, Room C110)
    Monday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
    Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Discounts and waivers apply to all courses except those designated ND.

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