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Los Angeles Refinery Safety Overview (LARSO)
The LARSO Board, in conjunction with OSCA, has developed standards for a training program designed to educate workers on the health and safety hazards associated with working in the petrochemical industry. The program offers an overview of safe work practices and health regulations, providing guidelines for maintaining a safe working environment for employees, contract employers, and plant owners. It also furnishes the basic training necessary to prevent work-related injuries and illness.
The LARSO Course Objectives:
- Identify major health and safety hazards associated with working in the petrochemical industry
- Provide a basic understanding of refinery processes and operations
- Educate workers on the actions they must take to minimize risk of illness and injury to self and others
- Promote safety on the job and recognize every worker's role in maintaining a healthy work environment
OSCA administers the LARSO program, including data and records management, with convenient access to registration, course and test schedules, and status via the Internet.
LARSO is not a substitute for an employer's safety programs or job specific training. Employers are responsible for establishing health and safety programs relevant to each job, in accordance with industry standards, and in compliance with current state and federal regulations.
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