Workers associated with building bridges or railway lines across water bodies, maritime industry, oil and natural gas exploration, working near the river streams or lakes and other related works near the water bodies such as swimming pools or overhead water tanks face numerous risks and dangers in their daily routine. With adequate protection and awareness to manage known risks, workers can safeguard and prevent them from being the victims of occupational hazards.
This OSHA water safety and prevention from drowning and other hazards course deals with regulations and safety standards put forth by OSHA on employers to provide safe work environment to workers to prevent them from accidental drowning and injuries while working on or close to water bodies.