The OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry course is a self-paced, OSHA-aligned online training program from The Training Institute. OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry delivers in-depth instruction, a final assessment, and a printable certificate of completion the moment you pass.

About the OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry Course

OSHA 10-Hour training provides entry-level workers with foundational knowledge of common workplace hazards, emphasizing hazard identification, prevention, and their rights under OSHA. This awareness training aims to create a stronger safety culture, reduce workplace injuries, and ensure compliance with safety standards, which is often a requirement for employment in construction and other high-risk industries.

What You Will Learn in OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry

OSHA 10 refers to the OSHA 10-hour Outreach Training Program, which provides basic safety and health information to entry-level workers. It's a voluntary program designed to raise awareness about workplace hazards, not a mandatory OSHA standard. The training is delivered by OSHA-authorized trainers and can be completed online or in person. 
OSHA 10 Card: Upon successful completion, participants receive an OSHA 10 card, issued by the Department of Labor, which is often required by some employers or localities. 
Key Learning Outcomes:
Understand the OSH Act and OSHA’s mission, structure, and resources
Recognize OSHA inspection priorities and the steps in the inspection process
Know your rights and responsibilities as an employer or employee under the OSH Act
Identify and manage common workplace hazards, including:
Slips, trips, and falls
Emergency egress and fire protection
Flammable and combustible materials
Chemical and electrical hazards
General safety standards
Learn the proper use, limitations, and value of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Explore the essential components of a workplace safety and health program

???? Note: Additional, job-specific training may be required to meet full OSHA compliance.

Who Should Take OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry

General Industry refers to any industry that is not part of construction, maritime, or agriculture. This includes a wide range of fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, cosmetology, automotive, warehousing, and more. All employers are required to provide basic safety training to ensure a safe working environment.
The OSHA 10-Hour General Industry card is designed for entry-level workers in non-construction roles. This training promotes workplace safety and health while educating workers on their rights and responsibilities under OSHA regulations.
Common Industries That Require OSHA 10 General Industry Training:
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Cosmetology
Automotive
Warehousing & Distribution
Maintenance
Electrical (non-construction)
Entertainment
Agriculture* (with limitations)

???? Note: This course is not intended for construction workers. If you work in construction, you should enroll in the OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Construction Course instead.

Prerequisites

OSHA mandates a minimum of 10 hours of active seat time for online OSHA Outreach training. This time requirement does not include time spent on quizzes, module assessments, or the final exam—so your total completion time may vary depending on your pace.
Additionally, OSHA sets daily limits on how much training you can complete, which may impact how quickly you finish the course.

Important: Final Exam Access
You will be able to take the final exam only after:
Completing at least 10 hours of seat time
Finishing all lessons, modules, and quizzes
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach DOL course completion card within 2 weeks.

Course Details

Duration: 10 hours. Price: $55.00. Browse our full course catalog for more options.

Your Instructor

The Training Institute — Training Institute Instructor Team

The Training Institute is a team of seasoned field experts with decades of hands-on experience across electrical safety, OSHA compliance, confined-space training, and hazardous-materials response. Our instructors combine practical jobsite expertise with proven adult-learning methodology to deliver training that meets — and exceeds — federal and industry standards.

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this training program, participants receive an official certificate of completion from The Training Institute.

Curriculum

• Module 1 Introduction to OSHA
  • Module 1 Introduction to OSHA
• Module 2 Walking and Working Surfaces, including Fall Protection
  • Module 2 Walking and Working Surfaces, including Fall Protection
• Module 3 Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, Fire Prevention Plans, and Fire Protection
  • Module 3 Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, Fire Prevention Plans, and Fire Protection
• Module 4 Electrical
  • Module 4 Electrical
• Module 5 Personal Protective Equipment
  • Module 5 Personal Protective Equipment
• Module 6 Hazard Communications
  • Module 6 Hazard Communications
• Module 7 Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Module 7 Bloodborne Pathogens
• Module 8 Introduction to Ergonomics
  • Module 8 Introduction to Ergonomics
• Module 9 Fall Protection
  • Module 9 Fall Protection
• Module 10 Hazardous Materials
  • Module 10 Hazardous Materials
• OSHA 10 General Industry Final Exam
  • OSHA 10 General Industry Final Exam
• Evaluation Form
  • Course Evaluation
• OSHA Information Verification
  • Registration Form

Standards & Compliance for OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry

OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry aligns with current OSHA outreach training program guidance and is reviewed regularly against the latest federal standards. Learners completing OSHA 10 Hour GENERAL Industry receive a printable certificate they can submit to employers as documented evidence of safety training, and may purchase additional Training Institute courses to satisfy related annual requirements.