OSHA Training in Cape Girardeau MO

Worker safety for private companies in Cape Girardeau MO is regulated by the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Missouri does not operate an approved state OSHA program for public employees at the state or local government (e.g.: municipal, county, public schools) level.

OSHA Training Regulations and Standards

Regulated employers located in the state of Missouri are governed by the Federal OSHA health and safety standards found in the 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). These include, but are not limited to, the OSHA workplace poster requirements in Part 1903, OSHA injury and illness record-keeping requirements in Part 1904, general industry standards in Part 1910, maritime standards in Parts 1915, 1917 and 1918, construction standards in Part 1926, and agricultural standards in Part 1928.

Links to see federal OSHA training requirements for construction and general industry are available below on this page.

Jurisdiction

Federal OSHA exercises jurisdiction over most private employers in the state of Missouri. Federal employers in MO also operate under the jurisdiction of Federal OSHA. There is one OSHA Area Office serving employers and workers who are located in the Cape Girardeau MO region:

St. Louis Area Office
1222 Spruce Street, Room 9.104
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 425-4249
Toll Free (MO Residents Only): 1-800-392-7743

The OSHA national emergency hotline telephone number is 1-800-321-OSHA.

State of Missouri OSHA 10 Hour Training Law

The State of Missouri has a state law requiring most workers on publicly funded construction sites to possess the OSHA wallet card proving they have successfully completed the OSHA 10 hour construction training course.

Additional Safety Training Considerations for Workers in Cape Girardeau

While our onsite and online OSHA 10 and 30-hour training courses for construction and general industry are the gold standard for training about general hazard recognition and avoidance for workers and supervisors, there are many workers in SE Missouri who face unique environmental and occupational hazards that require other specialized safety training to prevent serious injuries and illnesses.  

For example, Heat Illness Prevention Training is considered essential for anyone working in high temperatures or humid conditions, where prolonged exposure can lead to heat stress and even life-threatening heat stroke. So, whether working on construction sites, roadwork, landscaping and lawn care crews, in commercial kitchens, attics, or buildings without adequate ventilation, affected workers must know how to recognize the early signs of heat-related illness and know how to stay hydrated, take proper rest breaks, and respond to emergencies. This training equips them with the knowledge needed to help them work safely in extreme heat.

At the other end of the spectrum, Cold Stress Prevention Training is critical for workers who are exposed to freezing temperatures or even cool and damp conditions, whether outdoors or in workplaces such as refrigerated warehouses, food processing plants, or unheated job sites. Cold stress can lead to frostbite, hypothermia, and reduced dexterity, increasing the risk of accidents. Workers will learn to recognize early symptoms of cold-related illnesses and implement safe work practices to minimize risk in frigid environments.

Also, workers in industries such as storm or wastewater management, mining, and agriculture must be aware of the dangers of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), a highly toxic gas commonly found in drilling sites, refineries, chemical plants, manure pits, grain elevators, mines, sewers, and underground utility spaces. Without proper precautions, exposure can quickly become fatal. H2S Hazard Awareness Training helps ensure workers can identify H2S hazards, understand the importance of gas detection equipment, and follow emergency procedures to stay safe in high-risk environments.

Workers involved in any aspect of confined space entry operations must complete Confined Space Entry Training for General Industry before entering hazardous areas such as tanks, vats, silos, sewer and storm drain systems, underground utilities, and many crawl spaces. Supervisors overseeing confined space entry and attendants monitoring entrant safety must also be trained. These environments pose serious risks, including toxic gases, oxygen deficiency, and engulfment. Additionally, construction workers and supervisors entering confined spaces must complete specialized Confined Space Training for Construction.