The following list summarizes some of the most common OSHA required annual training topics and the audiences who need to receive them:

• Occupational noise exposure - for workers who are exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels. ⁶
• Hazardous waste operations and emergency response - for workers who are involved in operations related to hazardous waste sites, treatment, storage, and disposal facilities, or emergency response to hazardous substance releases. ¹
• Respiratory protection
  • for workers who are required to use respirators to protect themselves from airborne contaminants. ⁶
• Fire brigades
  • for workers who are designated as members of an organized fire brigade that responds to workplace fires. ⁶
• Portable fire extinguishers - for workers who are expected to use portable fire extinguishers in the event of a fire. ⁶
• Permit-required confined spaces - for workers who enter, work in, or supervise entry into permit-required confined spaces, such as tanks, silos, vaults, pits, etc. ⁶
• The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) - for workers who are authorized to perform service or maintenance on machines or equipment that could be energized or start unexpectedly, or who are affected by such activities. ⁶
• Fall protection
  • for workers who are exposed to fall hazards of 4 feet or more in general industry, 6 feet or more in construction, or any height above dangerous equipment. ⁶

OSHA standards and regulations require employers to provide annual training to their workers on various topics related to workplace safety and health. ^{6 1} Note that this is not a comprehensive list, and that additional or specific training requirements may apply depending on the situation. Employers should consult the full text of the OSHA standards and regulations for more details and guidance.