Course Code: SSC8
The 8-Hour Site Safety Coordinator course provides construction professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfill the duties of a Site Safety Coordinator as required by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) and OSHA. This course is ideal for individuals seeking to maintain compliance with NYC safety regulations and ensure the protection of workers and the public on construction sites.
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of safety management principles, hazard identification, accident prevention, and NYC Building Code Chapter 33. The course covers site safety plans, recordkeeping, emergency procedures, and DOB filing requirements to ensure participants are equipped to manage safety on major building projects.
This course covers the following topics:
• Site Safety Plans and Jobsite Documentation
• Roles and Responsibilities of a Site Safety Coordinator
• Construction Site Hazards and Control Measures
• Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation Planning
• Recordkeeping and Safety Log Requirements
• NYC DOB Safety Compliance and Reporting
This course counts as 8 Hours of Prescribed credit toward your Site Safety Training (SST) card and is valid for 5 years from completion unless otherwise specified by the New York City Buildings Department.
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| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
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| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM | ||||
| Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tues and Wed 2:00 pm–6:15 pm | Wed and Thu 6:00 pm –10:15 pm | Saturday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM |
Include complete training, Books, and Training supplies.
Online Site Safety Coordinator Course Overview
Refresh construction-safety management, planning, inspection, hazard-control, emergency, documentation, coordination, and reporting knowledge for major building projects.
Topics Reviewed
Chapter 33 and Coordinator Responsibilities
Review construction safeguards, SSC roles, oversight, coordination, communication, accountability, and public protection.
Site Safety Plans and Documentation
Study plan content, updates, access, implementation, logs, records, corrective actions, and jobsite documentation.
Hazards, Inspections and Controls
Review hazard identification, inspections, fall protection, housekeeping, dropped objects, access, and preventive controls.
Emergencies and DOB Reporting
Examine emergency response, evacuation, incident reporting, notifications, filing concepts, records, and compliance.
Verify Current NYC DOB SSC and SST Requirements
Confirm current approval, experience, registration or designation eligibility, online delivery rules, SST acceptance, documentation, and validity before relying on completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 8-Hour Site Safety Coordinator course?
SSC8 is an online course reviewing construction-safety management, Chapter 33, Site Safety Plans, hazard controls, inspections, emergencies, documentation, reporting, and coordinator responsibilities.
Who is this course intended for?
The course is intended for construction professionals seeking Site Safety Coordinator-related education. Verify current NYC DOB experience, eligibility, registration, and assignment requirements.
Is the course offered online?
Yes. This page identifies the course as the online version of the 8-Hour Site Safety Coordinator course.
How many hours is the course?
The course is described as eight hours, with displayed one-day and two-day schedule options.
What Site Safety Coordinator responsibilities are covered?
Topics include safety oversight, hazard identification, inspections, documentation, coordination, communication, emergency response, public protection, and regulatory reporting.
Does the course cover NYC Building Code Chapter 33?
Yes. The course reviews Chapter 33 safeguards during construction and demolition plus related jobsite-safety concepts.
Are Site Safety Plans included?
Yes. Site Safety Plan content, access, updates, implementation, jobsite documentation, logs, and coordination are included.
Does the course include hazard identification?
Yes. Hazard assessment, control measures, accident prevention, inspections, corrective actions, communication, and follow-up are reviewed.
Are emergency procedures covered?
Yes. Emergency planning, response, evacuation concepts, incident reporting, communication, coordination, and documentation are included.
Does the course cover fall and public protection?
Yes. Fall-protection concepts, access control, housekeeping, dropped-object prevention, protection of workers, and public safeguards are relevant topics.
Are DOB filing and reporting requirements reviewed?
Yes. DOB compliance, reporting, filing, logs, records, and documentation concepts are included. Verify current submission requirements with the agency.
Does the course provide SST prescribed credit?
The page states that the course counts as eight hours of prescribed SST credit. Acceptance depends on current DOB rules, course approval, learner eligibility, delivery, and documentation.
How long is course completion valid?
The page states five years unless otherwise specified by NYC DOB. Verify current validity and renewal rules before relying on that timeframe.
Does completion automatically qualify me as a Site Safety Coordinator?
No. Completion alone does not guarantee registration, designation, agency approval, eligibility, SST acceptance, employment, or authorization to serve as a Site Safety Coordinator.
How much does the course cost?
The page lists a total cost of $799 and states that training, books, and training supplies are included. Confirm current fees and inclusions with IDI.
How can I register?
Use IDI pre-registration or contact the school to verify eligibility, current approval, online requirements, schedule, price, required documents, and availability.
