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Course Intro
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Introduction
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The State of Safety Today
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Quiz #1
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Making Mistakes
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Delivering Effective Training
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Quiz #2
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Fighting Complacency with Incentives
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Quiz #3
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Establishing a Shared Value of Safety
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Quiz #4
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Conclusion
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Final Quiz
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We want to hear from you!
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Course Conclusion
The Cultural Change of Prioritizing Safety -- Procore Safety Qualified
Learn how to prioritize safety on construction jobsites by understanding mistakes, improving training, and creating a culture of safety for all workers.
Instructor: Lauren Masser Contreras
1 hour
5,410 students
Last reviewed 9/2024
Video Content
Course Description
In an industry focused on productivity and efficiency, prioritizing safety necessitates a cultural restructuring. While effectively communicating the importance of jobsite safety to your team can be challenging, it can save lives. In this course, you will learn how to improve and support a culture of safety within your company by understanding how and why mistakes happen, identifying potential risks, and learning how to effectively communicate.
In the first lesson, you'll explore the physical and mental well-being required for safe construction work, learning how to prepare your body and mind for the jobsite. The next lesson dives into understanding and preventing common mistakes on construction sites. You'll then cover how to deliver effective safety training and adopt a safety-first mindset. Finally, the course teaches you how to implement successful safety programs, measure their effectiveness, and create a culture where everyone feels responsible for jobsite safety.
Upon completing this course, you will possess tangible skills and knowledge to make your jobsite safer. You’ll learn to develop and follow site-specific safety plans, conduct meaningful toolbox talks, and encourage open communication about safety concerns. Lauren Masser, your instructor, leverages her extensive experience in the industry to provide practical advice and real-world examples. This course will help empower you to take action and improve safety on your jobsite so that everyone goes home safely every day.
Learning Objectives
Recognize the positive impact of a strong safety culture on worker well-being
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Implement effective incentives and rewards to promote safe behavior within your team.
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Identify and learn to mitigate common mistakes and unsafe practices on construction jobsites
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Assess the effectiveness of current safety plans and training programs
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Apply techniques for creating a culture of safety, including engaging in open communication, conducting job hazard analysis, and leading toolbox talks.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Intermediate
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Prerequisite Knowledge: Basic understanding of construction safety and jobsite protocols.
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Recommended Knowledge: Familiarity with basic jobsite practices.
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Procore Safety Qualified: The Cultural Change of Prioritizing Safety
Course Number: PC-35-2023
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 05/18/2026
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific safety topics are covered in this course?
This course covers a wide range of safety topics for construction jobsites, all related to creating and maintaining a culture of safety. You'll learn about the importance of physical well-being on the jobsite, developing the right mindset for safe work, understanding and preventing common mistakes, and creating effective safety plans. It also includes training on conducting job hazard analyses, implementing site-specific training programs, and fostering open communication about safety.
What tangible skills will I gain from completing this course?
Upon completing this course, you'll gain skills such as analyzing and improving current safety plans and training programs, conducting effective job hazard analyses, and implementing techniques for fostering a strong culture of safety on your jobsite.You’ll also learn how to design incentive programs that encourage proactive safety behaviors and continuous improvement.
What's Next
Continue your learning journey
This course is part of the Procore Safety Qualified Learning Path. Explore and complete the additional courses in the path below to complete your journey.
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Instructors
Lauren Masser Contreras
Lauren is a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Procore, where she focuses on quality and safety in the construction industry. With years of experience working with construction industry leaders, Lauren is responsible for the research, strategy, and execution for Procore's suite of Quality and Safety offerings. Lauren's passion to improve jobsite safety and her in-depth understanding of construction challenges make her a trusted voice and leader in the industry.
