Environmental Hazards: Fauna

Identify and manage job site risks from wildlife and insects through prevention strategies, OSHA compliance, and emergency response.

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About the Course

This course equips workers and supervisors with the knowledge to identify, prevent, and respond to wildlife and insect hazards on job sites. Participants will learn to recognize regional fauna risks, adhere to OSHA safety standards, and implement best practices for avoiding encounters. The course also covers emergency response protocols for bites, stings, and attacks, including the use of first aid and proper reporting procedures. By the end, learners will be prepared to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and maintain a safer work environment. Ideal for professionals in construction, general industry, and live entertainment settings.

Course Content

Each lesson builds on the one before it, helping you fully understand the material and apply it on the job. At the end of the course, you’ll take a short test—and once you pass, your certification will be available instantly as a downloadable PDF. Here’s a look at everything that’s covered:

  • Understanding Fauna Hazards on Job Sites
  • OSHA Guidelines for Wildlife Exposure
  • Wildlife Hazards by Region and Industry
  • Insects and Arachnids: Bites and Diseases
  • Snakes and Venomous Reptiles
  • Mammal Encounters: Risks and Safety
  • Identifying Worksite Risk Factors
  • Prevention and Deterrence Strategies
  • Emergency Response for Fauna Incidents
  • Reporting and Documenting Incidents
  • Summary
  • Final Knowledge Check”
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Environmental Hazards: Fauna

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Course Outline

12 Lessons

Estimated Time

35min

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