Safety First: The Top 21 Safety Courses You Need In 2023

Coggno
4 min readJul 7, 2023

In 2023, workplace accidents climbed to an alarming 2.8 million cases. That’s where the safety courses step in.

You might wonder why this topic is crucial.

Safety courses are the lifeblood of a secure working environment. Without them, we risk our health and the prosperity of the companies we love.

What is Workplace Safety?

Workplace safety is the harmony between employees’ well-being and the operations of a company. It’s the:

  • Precautionary measures we take
  • Protocols we follow
  • Environments we shape.

Picture this. You’re at your desk, and suddenly a fire breaks out in the pantry. Panic ensues, and everyone runs helter-skelter. But what if we had followed the safety drills, had fire extinguishers in place, and, most importantly, knew how to use them?

That’s the power of workplace safety.

What are the Top 21 Safety Courses in 2023 from Coggno?

At Coggno, we offer a wide array of safety courses that are both comprehensive and tailored to your needs. Let’s look at some of them:

Focus Four: Struck-By Awareness VR Activity

With this course by 360 Immersive, you dive deep into the hazards of flying, falling, swinging, and rolling dangers at work. This course does the following:

  • Sharpens your situational awareness skills;
  • Guides you to spot common hazards while working with tools, equipment, and heavy machinery

Furthermore, you learn to handle the main struck-by hazards and implement best practices. This 15-minute virtual reality experience revolutionizes safety training, all in English, for employee accessibility.

Electrocution Awareness VR Activity

Electrocution Awareness VR Activity is a dynamic training experience that gives you a powerful tool against one of construction’s Fatal four dangers: electrocution. Over a brief 20-minute span, you will learn the following:

  • The differences between shock and electrocution;
  • Safety controls;
  • Potential hazards like overhead power lines and damaged equipment.

As you virtually navigate a construction job site, you’ll sharpen your skills to spot and avoid electrical hazards. This course makes understanding complex safety measures simple and engaging, reshaping how you approach electrical safety.

Earthmoving Equipment

Earthmoving Equipment is a 15-minute immersive course that demystifies the complex world of construction equipment. As you explore different types, you’ll grasp the common hazards, safety controls, and key features associated with them.

Furthermore, you’ll delve into the crucial role of-

  • Preventative maintenance;
  • Regular inspections;
  • Proper usage under diverse conditions.

Through an interactive simulation, you’ll get hands-on experience identifying hazards on a construction site. This course empowers you to navigate the world of earthmoving equipment with newfound confidence and expertise.

Electrical Hazards — BE SAFE Part 2: Arc Flash/Blast, Fire, And Explosion VR Activity

Another course from 360 Immersive is a 25-minute interactive session. It uncovers the essentials of electrical hazards. You’ll decode the acronym “AFE” — Arc Flash/Blast, Fire, and Explosion — to understand and mitigate these risks at work.

Furthermore, through an interactive virtual warehouse experience, you’ll learn to spot hazards that can trigger an arc flash, electrical fire, or explosion. You’ll also integrate best work practices to prevent injuries, enhancing your self-awareness around electricity. This course takes the mystery out of complex electrical safety concepts, making you a safer, more informed employee.

Fire Extinguisher Inspection VR Activity

Fire Extinguisher Inspection VR Activity is a concise 11-minute course that offers a deep dive into the crucial task of fire extinguisher inspections. With this course, you’ll learn to:

  • Identify the key parts of a fire extinguisher;
  • Comprehend the types of inspections required;
  • Understand the significance of inspection schedules.

Furthermore, you’ll get knowledge performing a step-by-step inspection of a standard fire extinguisher in a simulated environment. It’s a short course with a massive impact on safety.

Welding And Hotwork Part 1 VR Activity

Welding And Hotwork Part 1 VR Activity takes you on a 20-minute journey into the intricacies of welding-related hazards. The course covers common body hazards and the safety controls related to welding, cutting, and grinding.

Furthermore, it focuses on the following:

  • Identifying and controlling gas and fume exposure, electric shocks;
  • Using the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

You’ll learn to spot and rectify hazardous welding operations through an interactive simulation. It will hone your skills to ensure a safer workplace.

Want to know about the remaining courses? Click here to read our complete blog.

H3: Closing

Coggno’s safety courses emerge as a beacon of hope in this scenario, providing the necessary tools to create a safe and secure working environment. And remember, when it comes to safety, there is always more to learn and implement.

Let’s step into a safer tomorrow with Coggno today.

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