CT HB05205

Requires contractors on public works projects to verify that employees have completed either a 10-hour OSHA construction safety course taught by an authorized OSHA trainer or, if the initial course was completed 5 or more years prior, a 4-hour supplemental refresher course approved by the Labor Commissioner.

Allows workers to remain compliant with initial OSHA training for up to 5 years from course completion, after which supplemental 4-hour refresher training is required.

Mandates removal from the worksite for non-compliant workers if they do not provide documentation of required training within 15 days of being found non-compliant.

Requires the Labor Commissioner to adopt regulations by January 1, 2011 specifying that refresher courses include an overview of key safety practices, updates on new safety laws or regulations, and updates on new technologies.

Exempts public service company employees and commercial motor vehicle drivers performing only loading and unloading duties from the training requirements.