16-Hour EM 385-1-1

16-Hour EM 385-1-1 Training

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About This Course

This 16-Hour EM 385-1-1 training course is designed for contractors and employees working on military or federally funded projects that must comply with the updated 2024 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM 385-1-1 safety manual. It is essential training for non-supervisory personnel working on job sites that follow these standards.

Beginning March 15, 2024, all military and contract personnel on projects awarded after this date must complete this updated training—even if they recently took the previous version.

This course clarifies how EM 385-1-1 requirements differ from OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 regulations and what additional safety steps are required. The goal is to help participants understand how to maintain a safe and compliant work environment. Not adhering to EM 385 rules can lead to costly job site violations, making proper training critical for every team member.

Why Choose This Course?

• Get fully updated training aligned with the 2024 EM 385-1-1 standards

• Designed for employees in non-supervisory roles

• Easy-to-follow, reorganized content to help you complete training faster

• Fully online and mobile-friendly — learn at your own pace

• Receive a downloadable certificate of completion

• Avoid penalties and boost job site safety compliance

Course Facts

• Duration: 16 Hours

• Format: 100% Online, Self-Paced

• Access: 24/7 Course Availability

• Certificate: Immediate upon completion

• Support: Dedicated learner support available

• Progress: Save and resume anytime

Course Outline

• Introduction

• Lesson 1: Safety Program Management – USACE Personnel (Ch. 1)

• Lesson 2: Safety Program Management – Contractors (Ch. 2)

• Lesson 3: Medical and First Aid (Ch. 3)

• Lesson 4: Temporary Facilities (Ch. 4)

• Lesson 5: PPE and Lifesaving Equipment (Ch. 5)

• Lesson 6: Welding and Cutting (Ch. 10)

• Lesson 7: Electrical Safety (Ch. 11)

• Lesson 8: Material Handling & Disposal (Ch. 14)

• Lesson 9: Demolition & Renovation (Ch. 17)

• Lesson 10: Vehicles & Mechanized Equipment (Ch. 18)

• Lesson 11: Fall Protection (Ch. 21)

• Lesson 12: Work Platforms & Scaffolding (Ch. 22)

• Lesson 13: Safe Access (Ch. 24)

• Lesson 14: Excavation & Trenching (Ch. 25)

• Lesson 15: Confined Space Safety (Ch. 34)

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will understand:

• The duties of Site Safety & Health Officers (SSHOs) and Collateral Duty Safety Officers (CDSOs)

• How to identify and respond to unsafe site conditions

• How to develop a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

• How to create and implement Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs)

• How to support training, incident response, jobsite audits, and hazard communication

You’ll also be able to:

• Select and use appropriate PPE

• Apply proper material handling, storage, and disposal methods

• Understand key fall protection procedures and equipment

• Ensure safe access using ladders, platforms, and protective systems

• Implement safe practices for excavation and trenching

• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively

Course Prerequisite

There are no prerequisites for this course. However, having completed an OSHA Outreach Training Course (Construction or General Industry) is recommended.

Testing Requirements

• Quizzes: Must pass each with a score of 70% or higher to continue

• Exam: Final exam must also be passed with 70% or higher

• If you fail any quiz or the final exam three times, you will be locked out of the online course and required to complete it in a classroom setting.

Time to Completion

Upon successful completion, your Certificate of Completion will be available immediately via your My Training page. Please note this certificate is for course completion and may not serve as an official USACE or OSHA credential.