Safety and Health

SAFETY FIRST!

 BAC Local 4, first and foremost is committed to the safety of the member. Aspart of that commitment, The apprenticesip program provides Scaffold User and BAC local 4 provides OSHA-10 training. As spelled out in the OSHA standards, safety training is the key to creating a safer work environment. Our goal is to create a safer work environment for the member through safety training and awareness. This training will help you recognize the potential hazards associated within the construction industry. The overall goal is to help each and every member be better fit for duty.

OSHA-10 training is provided in two parts. Part 1 is 5 hours of Scaffold User Training. This training provides a Scaffold User Certification. The class is offered on the 3rd Monday of every month @ 7:00 a.m. This class reviews scaffold safety and it's use, along with other related safety topics. Part 2 is an additional 5 hours of safety training per OSHA standards and is required to complete the OSHA-10 training which is held in the evenings and scheduled on a minimum basis of 12 students. For more information or to sign-up for the next class please call the office at 626-856-5750.

Refinery Safety Orientation (RSO) Training is a requirement to work on all refinery's in Southern California. This training is provided by an outside source and can only be obtained through RSO Certification program. If you are interested in entering this branch of the trade this would be the first step to take. Call 562-624-2720 to sign-up.

Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) Training is requirement to work on all quarry's, namely cement plant's. This training can be obtained by an outside source free of charge. Training is available in San Bernardino, for more information or to sign up call 909-888-3942.