DOB-compliant training ensures Local Law 196 certification for workers

NYC DOB Approved Training ABLE Safety Consulting

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NYC DOB Approved Training

Get certified. Stay compliant. Build your future. At ABLE Safety Consulting, we provide a full range of NYC DOB approved training courses to help you meet New York City safety regulations and advance your construction career with confidence.

Why NYC DOB Approved Training Matters

The New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) mandates safety training to reduce workplace accidents and ensure all workers on major job sites are properly educated on hazards, procedures, and prevention techniques. Whether you're a new laborer or a seasoned site supervisor, DOB-approved training is essential.

ABLE Safety Consulting is a leading provider of DOB-approved courses, offering flexible training options designed to fit your schedule and learning preferences.

Our NYC DOB Approved Courses

ABLE Safety Consulting offers all the courses required under Local Law 196 and beyond, including:

✅ 40-Hour Site Safety Manager Course (NYC DOB Approved)

The 40-Hour Site Safety Manager Course is required by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) for individuals seeking to become a licensed Site Safety Manager (SSM) or Site Safety Coordinator (SSC). This comprehensive course provides essential training on NYC Construction Codes, Local Laws, safety responsibilities, accident prevention, and the DOB’s rules and regulations for managing high-risk job sites.

Ideal for construction supervisors, safety professionals, and project managers, this DOB-approved course helps ensure safe practices on major building projects throughout New York City.

✔️ Required for Site Safety Manager license applicants
✔️ Covers Local Law 196, OSHA standards, and NYC DOB Codes
✔️ Taught by certified safety instructors
✔️ Available online or in person


✅ 8-Hour Site Safety Manager Refresher (NYC DOB Approved)

The 8-Hour Site Safety Manager Refresher Course is required every three years by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) to renew a valid Site Safety Manager, Site Safety Coordinator, or Construction Superintendent license. This course provides an essential update on NYC Construction Codes, Local Laws, and the DOB’s latest rules and regulations for managing high-risk job sites.

Participants will review safety responsibilities, accident prevention strategies, and compliance requirements to maintain active status and continue supervising NYC construction safely and legally.

✔️ Required every 3 years by the NYC DOB
✔️ Covers updates to Local Law 196 and NYC Building Code
✔️ Ideal for SSM, SSC, and Construction Superintendents
✔️ Taught by experienced, DOB-authorized instructors


✅ 8-Hour Site Safety Coordinator (NYC DOB Approved)

The 8-Hour Site Safety Coordinator Course is a required training program by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) for individuals applying to become a Site Safety Coordinator on major NYC construction sites. This course provides critical knowledge of NYC Construction Codes, Local Laws, and DOB safety requirements needed to oversee and manage job site safety effectively.

Students will gain a strong understanding of risk management, site safety plans, accident prevention, and the responsibilities involved in the Site Safety Coordinator role.

✔️ Required for initial Site Safety Coordinator application
✔️ Covers NYC DOB Codes, Local Law 196, and safety regulations
✔️ Taught by certified industry professionals
✔️ In-person and online options available


✅ 30-Hour Concrete Safety Manager Course (NYC DOB Approved)

The 30-Hour Concrete Safety Manager Course is required by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) for individuals supervising concrete operations on major building projects in New York City. This course is mandatory for anyone applying to become a Concrete Safety Manager (CSM) and focuses on concrete construction safety, hazard recognition, and compliance with NYC Construction Codes and Local Laws.

Taught by DOB-authorized instructors, this course equips safety professionals with the knowledge and credentials needed to oversee concrete work on sites where the concrete portion exceeds 2,000 cubic yards.

✔️ Required for Concrete Safety Manager license applicants
✔️ Covers NYC DOB rules, Local Law 196, and concrete safety protocols
✔️ Ideal for supervisors, safety managers, and forepersons
✔️ DOB-approved curriculum and instructors


✅ 8-Hour Concrete Safety Manager Refresher (NYC DOB Approved)

The 8-Hour Concrete Safety Manager Refresher Course is required every three years by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) to renew a valid Concrete Safety Manager (CSM) license. This course updates safety professionals on the latest DOB regulations, NYC Building Codes, and industry best practices related to concrete operations on major construction projects.

Designed for experienced Concrete Safety Managers, this refresher ensures continued compliance with DOB requirements and reinforces critical knowledge of safe concrete worksite management.

✔️ Required for CSM license renewal (every 3 years)
✔️ Covers updated DOB regulations, Local Laws, and NYC Construction Codes
✔️ Taught by experienced, DOB-approved instructors
✔️ Satisfies license renewal requirements under NYC law


✅ 8-Hour Fall Prevention (NYC DOB SST Course)

The 8-Hour Fall Prevention Course is a required Site Safety Training (SST) course approved by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) under Local Law 196. This course is mandatory for workers and supervisors on most NYC construction sites and focuses on recognizing, avoiding, and preventing fall-related hazards—the leading cause of job site injuries and fatalities.

Through real-world scenarios and DOB-compliant instruction, students will learn proper use of fall protection systems, ladder safety, scaffold awareness, and how to reduce fall risks on active construction sites.

✔️ Required SST course for workers and supervisors
✔️ Fulfills part of the 40-Hour SST and 10-Hour SST requirements
✔️ Covers fall hazards, protection systems, and safe work practices
✔️ Taught by DOB-approved safety professionals
✔️ Available in-person and online


Why Choose ABLE Safety Consulting?

NYC DOB Approved Provider
Experienced & Certified Trainers
In-Person & Online Options Available
Multilingual Courses
Convenient NYC & Tri-State Locations
Weekend & Evening Classes
Fast Certification Turnaround

Our training is trusted by thousands of NYC workers, contractors, and site safety professionals. We don’t just help you meet DOB standards—we help you exceed them.


Who Needs NYC DOB Approved Training?

If you work on any NYC construction site requiring a Construction Superintendent, Site Safety Coordinator, or Site Safety Manager, you are required to complete DOB-approved training. This includes:

  • Laborers

  • Forepersons

  • Site Safety Supervisors

  • Scaffold Users & Installers

  • Subcontractors

  • General Contractors

Avoid costly violations and site delays—make sure your team is trained and certified with ABLE Safety Consulting.


Enroll Today with ABLE Safety Consulting

ABLE Safety Consulting is your trusted partner for NYC DOB approved training. Whether you’re starting out or renewing certifications, we make the process simple, affordable, and fast.