8 Hour Site Safety Coordinator

Course Overview

The 8 Hour Site Safety Coordinator course is designed for professionals seeking to renew their Site Safety Manager or Site Safety Coordinator license in New York City. This refresher course revisits key topics covered in the 40 Hour Site Safety Manager Course, providing an in-depth review of Chapter 33 of the NYC Construction Codes and related safety regulations focused on public protection.

Participants will learn how to identify potential hazards on construction sites, understand the methods and best practices required to protect workers and the public, and maintain compliance with NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) standards. This course is ideal for site safety professionals responsible for managing safe work environments during construction and demolition operations.

Training Requirements

• Site Safety Manager License holders must complete this course within one year prior to renewing their license, which expires every three years.

• Site Safety Coordinators are required to complete this course annually, as mandated by NYC DOB for coordinator certification renewal.

• For detailed information on certification and requirements, participants can refer to the NYC Department of Buildings website.

Course Topics

The course reinforces key safety concepts and regulatory requirements, including:

• Differences between types of safety professionals and their responsibilities

• NYC rules and regulations for construction site safety and public protection

• Effective safety practices and procedures to minimize risks to workers and the public

• Communication procedures with the NYC Department of Buildings

• Understanding distinctions between OSHA standards and NYC DOB Chapter 33 requirements

• Identification and prevention of fire hazards in compliance with the New York City Fire Code

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Participants who complete the course can earn 0.8 CEUs, subject to the following requirements:

• 100% attendance for the 8-hour course

• Completion of the Continuing Education and Training Registration Form

• Active participation in all class exercises

• Completion of required pre- and post-course quizzes

• Achieving the minimum passing score on the final examination (if applicable)

• Submission of the end-of-course evaluation form with participant name

Learning Objectives

After completing the 8 Hour Site Safety Coordinator course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the roles and differences among various types of safety professionals

• Recognize the purpose of NYC construction safety rules and regulations

• Identify effective safety practices and procedures to protect the public and property

• Communicate efficiently with licensed safety professionals and the NYC DOB

• Differentiate between OSHA standards and NYC DOB Chapter 33 regulations

• Identify potential fire hazards and implement prevention strategies in line with the NYC Fire Code

Course Benefits

The 8 Hour Site Safety Coordinator course ensures that licensed safety professionals remain current with regulatory updates, maintain compliance, and reinforce safe work practices on NYC construction sites. Participants will leave equipped to oversee operations confidently, protect public safety, and meet all requirements for license renewal.