CONSTRUCTION OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH TRAINING FOR SAFETY OFFICER 2 (COSH for SO2)

The COSH SO2 (Construction Occupational Safety and Health for Safety Officer 2) training is a DOLE-recognized, 40-hour course specifically designed for individuals working in or entering the construction industry. It equips aspiring and current Safety Officers with the specialized knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and control hazards unique to construction sites. This program complies with the requirements set under RA 11058 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, D.O. 198-18, and is aligned with the DOLE-BWC prescribed COSH curriculum, making it a mandatory certification for individuals seeking to serve as a designated Safety Officer on construction projects. Through a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical applications, participants will build a strong foundation in construction-specific safety practices — from excavation and scaffolding safety to fall protection, heavy equipment safety, and accident investigation — preparing them to manage safety and compliance on active job sites. LEARNING OUTCOMES By the end of the 40-hour COSH SO2 Training, participants will be able to: ✅ Understand OSH Legislation & Construction-Specific Standards — Explain the fundamentals of Occupational Safety and Health as applied to construction, and apply relevant laws including RA 11058, D.O. 198-18, and DOLE Department Order No. 13, Series of 1998 (Construction Safety Guidelines). ✅ Identify Construction Site Hazards — Recognize hazards specific to construction environments, including excavation, site premises, electrical systems, temporary structures, and heavy equipment operations. ✅ Apply Excavation & Site Premises Safety Measures — Implement proper protocols for excavation work, shoring, and general site safety to prevent cave-ins, falls, and related accidents. ✅ Ensure Fall Protection & Working-at-Heights Safety — Apply fall protection systems and procedures for workers operating on scaffolding, elevated platforms, and temporary structures. ✅ Manage Electrical & Fire Safety — Identify electrical hazards on-site and apply fire prevention, detection, and control measures appropriate to construction environments. ✅ Oversee Heavy Equipment & Hand Tool Safety — Apply safe operating practices for heavy machinery, hand tools, and equipment commonly used in construction projects. ✅ Handle Hazardous Materials & Environmental Safety — Identify hazardous materials on construction sites and apply proper handling, storage, and environmental safety practices. ✅ Manage Demolition Safety — Apply safety protocols specific to demolition activities, including hazard identification and controlled procedures. ✅ Perform Accident Investigation & Safety Inspections — Conduct basic accident/incident investigations and routine site safety inspections to ensure ongoing compliance. ✅ Develop & Implement a Construction Safety Program — Design, organize, and monitor a Construction Occupational Safety and Health Program, including safety meetings, safety programming, and re-entry plans after work stoppages. ✅ Fulfill the Duties & Responsibilities of a Safety Officer 2 — Perform the specific functions and legal responsibilities required of a DOLE-recognized SO2 within the construction sector, as prescribed under Section 14 of D.O. 198-18. 🗓️ Duration: 5 Days (40 Hours) 📅 Schedule: September 15–19, 2026 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily 💻 Mode: 100% Online — Live via Zoom 🎓 Certification: DOLE-compliant COSH SO2 Certificate Who Should Attend: - Engineering students preparing for a career in construction safety - Licensed Engineers (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, and related disciplines) - Construction Supervisors and Foremen - Aspiring and current Safety Officers in the construction sector - Professionals in contracting, subcontracting, or infrastructure development seeking OSH certification

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