Online Construction Safety Degrees

100% Online Construction Safety Programs

Construction sites pose various safety threats to the crew, equipment, and nearby pedestrians. Managing site safety is critical to staying on schedule and preventing costly accidents.

At Eastern Kentucky University, the online construction safety program covers topics from crane operations through accident investigations, preparing you to establish safety protocols and procedures based on real-world examples.

Rankings and Accreditation

Included in U.S. News & World Report‘s annual listing of top colleges and universities.

Ranked 9th as Top Online College for Occupational Safety Degrees.

100% Online Construction Safety Programs

What can you do with an online safety degree?

  • Earn the specialized skills that make companies look to you when disaster strikes
  • Enhance your critical thinking, policy analysis and ethical reasoning skills
  • Sharpen your ability to detect critical threats and hazards specific to construction environments
  • Develop your leadership style and aid in decision-making
  • Apply your knowledge in a public, private, or nonprofit setting
  • Learn about general safety & health provisions of the OSH Act as well as highway, electrical, scaffolding, fall protection, cranes, excavation, steel erection, confined spaces and residential construction safety protocols

Why choose EKU Online?

In the world of safety, the job landscape is growing, yet competitive. An online safety degree or certificate from EKU can put you on the path to earn more responsibility, enjoy new career opportunities and protect more lives. You can enjoy the flexibility of our interactive format and gain a competitive edge by applying your newfound knowledge in the field and earning a valuable credential.

Learn how to turn your OTI hours into 3 credit hours.

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