Which SST Package Do I Need?
Your required training depends on whether you are a worker or supervisor and what qualifying OSHA or SST training you already have. Choose the situation that best describes you below.
Workers
I Need a Worker SST Card
Construction and demolition workers generally need 40 hours of qualifying training for a full Worker SST Card.
Supervisors
I Need a Supervisor SST Card
Supervisors and designated competent persons generally need 62 hours of qualifying training for a Supervisor SST Card.
Renewing
I Need to Renew My SST Card
SST cards are valid for five years. Choose your current card type to view the refresher training options available to you.
Training a crew or multiple employees? Volume pricing, business invoicing and centralized workforce training are available for companies.
EXPLORE CORPORATE TRAINING →Compare NYC SST Packages and Prices
Choose the package that matches your role and the qualifying training you already have. Package pricing combines the required courses at a lower cost than purchasing the same courses separately.
Your official SST card is included with your package. After you complete the required training and we approve your complete card documentation, your card is mailed within 24 hours.
“Separately” represents the combined price of purchasing the courses included in that package individually. Package savings are calculated from those individual course prices.
New Entrant pathway: complete OSHA 10 first to receive the Temporary SST Card, then complete the remaining 30 hours within 6 months to receive the full Worker SST Card. This pathway does not include OSHA 30 and therefore does not qualify for the 22-Hour Worker-to-Supervisor upgrade.
Renewal training is available in multiple approved course combinations. Select View Options to choose the renewal pathway that applies to you.
* SST card mailing occurs within 24 hours after PDH STAR receives and approves all required card documentation.
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NYC Site Safety Training: What You Need to Know
New York City Site Safety Training (SST) is required for workers and supervisors on covered construction and demolition sites under Local Law 196. The amount of training you need depends on your role, the qualifying safety training you already hold and whether you are applying for a new card or renewing an existing one.
What Is NYC Site Safety Training?
Site Safety Training is the NYC Department of Buildings training program established under Local Law 196 of 2017 . On jobsites that require a Site Safety Plan and a designated Construction Superintendent, Site Safety Coordinator or Site Safety Manager, workers must demonstrate at least 40 hours of qualifying safety training and supervisors must demonstrate at least 62 hours.
The requirement applies to construction and demolition workers as well as covered supervisory personnel. Supervisor SST cards are required for roles including Construction Superintendents, Site Safety Managers, Site Safety Coordinators and competent persons designated for covered jobsites.
An OSHA card and an SST card are not the same thing. OSHA training can satisfy a large portion of the training requirement, but the official SST card is the credential used to demonstrate compliance with NYC's Site Safety Training requirements.
| Required Training | Hours |
|---|---|
| OSHA 30 for Construction | 30 |
| 8-Hour Fall Prevention | 8 |
| 2-Hour Mental Health Awareness (SST-308) | 2 |
| Total Training | 40 |
| Required Training | Hours |
|---|---|
| OSHA 10 for Construction | 10 |
| 8-Hour Fall Prevention | 8 |
| 8-Hour Site Safety | 8 |
| 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User & Refresher | 4 |
| 2-Hour Mental Health Awareness (SST-308) | 2 |
| General Electives | 4 |
| Special Electives | 4 |
| Total Training | 40 |
Important: This pathway uses OSHA 10 rather than OSHA 30. It does not, by itself, satisfy the qualifying OSHA 30 requirement for PDH STAR's 22-Hour Worker-to-Supervisor upgrade. View the New Entrant pathway →
| Required Training | Hours |
|---|---|
| OSHA 30 for Construction | 30 |
| 8-Hour Fall Prevention | 8 |
| 8-Hour Site Safety | 8 |
| 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User & Refresher | 4 |
| 2-Hour Mental Health Awareness (SST-308) | 2 |
| 2-Hour Site Safety Plan | 2 |
| 2-Hour Toolbox Talks | 2 |
| 2-Hour Pre-Task Safety Meetings | 2 |
| General Electives | 2 |
| Special Electives | 2 |
| Total Training | 62 |
What If I Already Have OSHA 30?
If you already hold qualifying OSHA 30 training, you generally do not need to purchase it again. A Worker can complete the remaining 10 SST hours, while a Supervisor can complete the remaining 32 hours required for the Supervisor card.
NYC DOB also recognizes qualifying 40-Hour Site Safety training as an equivalent to OSHA 30 for applicable SST card pathways. Because there are several ways to satisfy the underlying training requirement, the correct package depends on the certificates you already hold.
Temporary SST Cards and the New Entrant Path
Workers who have completed qualifying OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training within the required period may be eligible for a Temporary SST Card valid for six months . During those six months, the worker must complete the outstanding training needed for the full Worker SST Card.
PDH STAR's New Entrant pathway begins with OSHA 10 and the Temporary SST Card, followed by the remaining 30 hours of training. Because that pathway does not include OSHA 30, it is intended as a Worker pathway and does not, by itself, qualify for PDH STAR's 22-Hour Worker-to-Supervisor upgrade.
Worker and Supervisor SST Cards Require Renewal
SST cards are generally valid for five years. Worker renewal requires 8 hours of qualifying refresher training, while Supervisor renewal requires 16 hours. Under Local Law 10 of 2026, eligible expired cards have a one-year renewal grace period, but an expired card cannot be used on a jobsite during that period. Learn about the 2026 renewal rules →
Can NYC SST Training Be Completed Online?
Yes. Workers and supervisors can complete qualifying SST courses through a DOB-registered course provider authorized to issue SST cards. Always confirm that the provider and training pathway you select satisfy the requirements for the card you are pursuing.
Looking for the old 2-Hour Drug & Alcohol Awareness Course (SST-302)?
NYC DOB has replaced the former 2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness course with the 2-Hour Mental Health Awareness course (SST-308) . The new course covers mental health and wellness, suicide risk and prevention, and alcohol and substance misuse, and now forms part of applicable SST training pathways.
Already Completed SST Training With Another Provider?
Training completed through another DOB-registered provider can count toward your SST requirements. Before a card can be issued, outside training must be verified, so keep copies of your course-completion certificates and other required documentation.
NYC SST Training Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about SST training hours, Worker and Supervisor cards, Temporary SST Cards, renewals, OSHA training and the card-issuance process.
How many hours of SST training do I need?
Workers on covered NYC construction and demolition sites generally need 40 hours of qualifying Site Safety Training. Supervisors generally need 62 hours.
Which SST package should I take?
It depends on whether you are a Worker or Supervisor and what qualifying OSHA or SST training you already have. If you already have OSHA 30, for example, you generally do not need to purchase another OSHA 30 course.
Use the Which SST Package Do I Need? guide above to match your existing training to the correct package.
Is an OSHA card the same as an SST card?
No. OSHA Outreach training and the NYC SST program are separate. OSHA 30 can satisfy 30 hours toward an SST pathway, but an OSHA card by itself is not an NYC Site Safety Training card.
What if I already have OSHA 30?
If your qualifying OSHA 30 training can be used toward a new SST card, a Worker generally needs the remaining 10 SST hours, while a Supervisor generally needs the remaining 32 hours.
NYC DOB now also recognizes qualifying 40-Hour Site Safety as an equivalent to OSHA 30 for new SST card issuance.
Can I complete NYC SST training online?
PDH STAR offers applicable Worker and Supervisor SST training online. Your courses must still satisfy the applicable DOB and OSHA requirements, so use a registered provider and the correct approved training pathway for the SST card you need.
Is the official SST card included with my package?
Yes. With qualifying PDH STAR SST packages, your official SST card is included. There is no separate SST card charge added to the package price shown above.
If you completed training somewhere else and only need PDH STAR to review your records and issue a card, separate card-request pricing applies.
How quickly will PDH STAR mail my SST card?
Once you have completed the required training and PDH STAR has received and approved your complete card documentation, we mail your SST card within 24 hours.
What documents do I need to receive my SST card?
The required documentation depends on your training history and card pathway. You will need to provide the information and supporting records necessary for the provider to verify your qualifying training before the card can be issued.
How long is an NYC SST card valid?
A standard NYC SST card is generally valid for five years from issuance. Refresher training is required when it is time to renew.
How many hours do I need to renew my SST card?
Worker SST renewal requires 8 hours of qualifying refresher training. Supervisor SST renewal requires 16 hours. DOB currently permits multiple approved course combinations for these renewals.
What happens if my SST card has already expired?
Under Local Law 10 of 2026, an SST card that expires on or after May 3, 2026 may be renewed during a one-year grace period after expiration. However, the expired card cannot be used on a jobsite until the renewal is completed.
Cards that expired before May 3, 2026 are not covered by that grace period. Read our Local Law 10 renewal guide →
What is a Temporary SST Card?
Workers who have completed qualifying OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training within the applicable five-year period may be eligible for a Temporary SST Card valid for six months. During that period, they must complete the outstanding training required for the full Worker SST Card.
What replaced the old SST-302 Drug and Alcohol Awareness course?
The former 2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness course has been replaced by the 2-Hour Mental Health Awareness course (SST-308). The new course addresses mental health and wellness, suicide risk and prevention, and alcohol and substance misuse.
Can training completed with another provider count toward my SST card?
Yes, qualifying training completed through another registered provider can count toward your SST requirements. The training must be verified before a card can be issued, so keep copies of your course-completion certificates and related records.
Is PDH STAR SST training available in Spanish?
Yes. PDH STAR's SST packages are available in English and Spanish. The 10-Hour Worker SST Package is also available in Russian.
Do you offer SST training for companies and construction crews?
Yes. PDH STAR provides SST training for employers, contractors and larger groups, including volume pricing and centralized training support.
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Complete Your NYC SST Training Online
Choose the Worker, Supervisor or renewal pathway that matches your existing training. Complete your courses online and, with qualifying SST packages, your official SST card is included and mailed within 24 hours after your complete card documentation is approved.
* SST card mailing occurs within 24 hours after PDH STAR receives and approves all required card documentation. PDH STAR is NYC DOB Course Provider CP074, listed under MZI Consulting LLC dba PDH STAR.
