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Key Facts: OSHA 30 Exam
30 hrs
Required Training Hours
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 / 1910
4+ days
Minimum Training Days
OSHA minimum requirement
~95%
Completion Rate
Students completing all modules
$175–$350
Typical Course Fee
OSHA-authorized trainer pricing
5 years
Recommended Renewal
Industry standard
200+
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The OSHA 30-Hour General Industry course is a 30-hour training program (not a single-sitting exam) covering major workplace safety standards under 29 CFR 1910. The course includes required topics — OSH Act/worker rights, walking/working surfaces, emergency egress, HazCom/GHS, PPE, recordkeeping — plus elective topics from electrical safety, confined spaces, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, materials handling, bloodborne pathogens, respiratory protection, powered industrial trucks, ergonomics, and process safety management. Completion earns the OSHA 30-Hour General Industry card, typically valid for 5 years.
About the OSHA 30 Exam
The OSHA 30-Hour General Industry training covers workplace safety and health regulations under 29 CFR 1910. Topics include the OSH Act, hazard communication/GHS, PPE, lockout/tagout, electrical safety, confined spaces, fire protection, machine guarding, materials handling, bloodborne pathogens, respiratory protection, and more. Completion earns the OSHA 30-Hour card recognized by employers nationwide.
Questions
200 scored questions
Time Limit
30 hours (multiple sessions)
Passing Score
Course completion (no pass/fail score)
Exam Fee
$175–$350 (varies by authorized trainer) (OSHA / OSHA-Authorized Trainers (OTI Education Centers))
OSHA 30 Exam Content Outline
OSH Act, Recordkeeping & Worker Rights
General Duty Clause, OSHA penalties, worker rights (inspect, refuse unsafe work, report injuries), injury/illness recordkeeping under 29 CFR 1904, multi-employer worksites
Hazard Communication & GHS
HazCom 2012 (29 CFR 1910.1200), GHS pictograms and signal words, 16-section SDS, container labeling requirements, hierarchy of controls
PPE, Walking-Working Surfaces & Fire Protection
PPE selection and hazard assessment, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, housekeeping, fire extinguisher types (PASS), emergency action plans, evacuation procedures
Lockout/Tagout, Electrical Safety & Machine Guarding
29 CFR 1910.147 LOTO procedures, authorized vs. affected employees, stored energy control, electrical hazard recognition, grounding, GFCIs, point-of-operation guarding, guard types
Confined Spaces & Materials Handling
Permit-required confined space entry (29 CFR 1910.146), atmosphere testing sequence, attendant/entrant/entry supervisor roles, sling inspection, rigging, safe stacking
Respiratory Protection, Bloodborne Pathogens, Ergonomics & PSM
Written respiratory protection program, fit testing, APF, supplied-air vs. air-purifying respirators; BBP exposure control plan, universal precautions, HBV vaccine; ergonomic risk factors; PSM 14 elements, PHA, MOC
How to Pass the OSHA 30 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Course completion (no pass/fail score)
- Exam length: 200 questions
- Time limit: 30 hours (multiple sessions)
- Exam fee: $175–$350 (varies by authorized trainer)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OSHA 30-Hour General Industry course?
The OSHA 30-Hour General Industry course is a voluntary training program administered by OSHA-authorized trainers (OTI Education Centers). It provides workers and supervisors with comprehensive training on workplace safety and health hazards covered under 29 CFR 1910 General Industry standards. Completion earns an OSHA 30-Hour wallet card recognized by employers nationwide.
Is there a written test for the OSHA 30-Hour card?
There is no single national written exam for the OSHA 30-Hour card. Individual training providers may administer quizzes or knowledge checks as part of their curriculum, but the card is earned by completing all required contact hours with an OSHA-authorized trainer — not by passing a standardized test.
How long does the OSHA 30-Hour General Industry training take?
The course requires a minimum of 30 contact hours. OSHA requires it be completed over at least 4 days, with no more than 7.5 hours of training per day. The course includes required topics (OSH Act, HazCom, PPE, recordkeeping, walking/working surfaces, egress) plus elective topics chosen by the trainer from an approved list.
What topics are covered in OSHA 30-Hour General Industry?
Required topics include: Introduction to OSHA, walking/working surfaces, exit routes/emergency action plans, electrical (introduction), PPE, and hazard communication. Elective topics (trainer selects) typically include lockout/tagout, confined spaces, machine guarding, materials handling, fire protection, bloodborne pathogens, respiratory protection, powered industrial trucks, ergonomics, and process safety management.
How much does the OSHA 30-Hour card cost?
Course fees vary by provider and format. In-person courses typically cost $175–$350. Online OSHA 30-Hour courses (through OSHA-authorized online providers) often cost $149–$189. Employers frequently pay for the course as it demonstrates commitment to safety compliance.
How long is the OSHA 30-Hour card valid?
The OSHA 30-Hour card itself does not have an official expiration date printed on it. However, many employers and contractors require renewal every 5 years to ensure workers stay current with updated standards. Some states (like New York construction) mandate OSHA 30 for certain roles without specifying renewal periods — always check your state or employer requirements.