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NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS SITE SAFETY TRAINING

Kingsborough Community College is a New York City Department of Buildings approved Site Safety Training (SST) Provider. Approver ID# 3B34.
Courses offered in English.
SST and SST-Supervisor cards are printed on campus. The cost of the cards is included in the total tuition cost. Cards will be issued when all requirements are met as prescribed by the DOB.
With a valid OSHA 30 card you have the option of taking only the courses you need to receive the SST card.
Group pricing available for employers with 5 or more employees to learn more or for individuals looking to sign up for the wait list of next available course offerings email us at:
Email us at Kcc.Workforce@kbcc.cuny.edu or Call 718 368-5050 for more information.

VTT 23 - 30-Hour OSHA Construction

  • Understand the OSHA Act, the functions and resources of OSHA
  • Become aware of the OSHA inspection priorities and describe the inspection process
  • Hazards of chemicals and electrical
  • Flammable and combustible liquids and gasses

To maintain a healthy and safe work environment, OSHA requires employees in various industries participate in workplace safety training. See the benefits of instructor lead training in our 30-hour OSHA safety course that will address specific regulations as they apply to the General Industry and help you meet your workplace training requirements in an interactive setting with peers and your professor.

The OSHA training program for general industry provides training for workers and employers on the recognition, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in the workplace. The program will also provide information regarding workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a complaint.

VTT 24 - 10-Hour Site Safety Training

10 Hours SST includes:
2-Hour Drug & Alcohol Awareness 8-Hour Fall Prevention

VTT 27 - 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User

The 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User and Refresher course prepares workers to recognize and avoid a wide range of safety hazards associated with supported scaffold use. You’ll learn about the importance of safety controls, fall prevention equipment, inspections and emergency planning.

VTT 26 - Site Safety Supervisor

32- Hours SST Supervisor includes:

  • 8-Hour Fall Prevention
  • 8-Hour Site Safety Manager Refresher/Chapter 33
  • 4-Hour Supported Scaffold
  • 2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness
  • 2-Hour Site Safety Plan
  • 2-Hour Tool Box Talks
  • 2-Hour Pre-Task Safety Meetings
  • 2-Hour DOB General Electives
  • 2-Hour DOB Specialized Electives

Additional Courses Available:

  • 30 Hour Concrete Safety Manager
  • 3 Hour Site Safety Refresher
  • 8 Hour Master and Special Electrical Renewal
  • 7 Hour Master Plumber & Master Fire Suppression
  • 7 Hour Periodic Gas Piping Inspector Qualification
  • 16 Hour Limited Gas Work Qualification

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Kingsborough is a NCCER Accredited Training Sponsor. NCCER is regarded as the construction industry as the training, assessment, certification and career development standard for the construction and maintenance craft professional.

Email us at Kcc.Workforce@kbcc.cuny.edu to learn more!

Construction Skills (NCCER CORE)

  • Masonry Overview
  • HVAC Overview
  • Carpentry Overview
  • Electrical Overview
  • Plumbing Overview

Certified Welding - Introductory Training

With a hands-on approach, this Introduction to Welding with the AWS Welding Fundamentals program, you will gain a comprehensive overview of the basic principles of welding. You will learn the basic science and practical application of the most commonly utilized welding processes along with other essential topics.

At the end of the course, you will understand the fundamentals of equipment used in MIG welding, TIG welding, and arc welding, including welding and cutting safety and cutting, basic arc welding processes. You will be prepared to become a certified AWS welder! All supplies, gear, tuition and materials are included!

Test to become an American Welding Society Certified Welder

18+ years or older; High School Diploma or Equivalency; Possess proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking skills) and must be able to commit to and attend all classes at the Kingsborough Community College campus in order to participate in the program.

Email us at Kcc.Workforce@kbcc.cuny.edu to learn more!