On-Demand Construction Training Launches New Course for Safety Leaders

Suke-Dachi Academy's New Course on Safety Training

In a landmark move for the construction industry, Suke-Dachi Corporation, a leader in matching construction personnel with projects, has launched an online educational course titled "Safety and Health Education for Supervisors" at the Suke-Dachi Academy starting September 4, 2026. This initiative is set to empower construction leaders by providing essential qualifications through a flexible yet comprehensive on-demand learning format, ensuring that work does not have to stop at construction sites.

With over 230,000 registered businesses, Suke-Dachi stands as one of Japan’s largest construction personnel matching platforms. The new course is tailored specifically for site supervisors and health and safety officers, crucial roles responsible for overseeing safety management and workflow on construction sites. According to Japan's Labor Safety and Health Act, completion of this training is mandatory, yet traditional in-person sessions often require two full days of attendance—a significant challenge for teams facing labor shortages.

Background of the Course

The newly established course has been developed to address the barriers faced by many construction sites where taking time off for training is not feasible. The hybrid model of on-demand learning combined with online group exercises allows leaders to gain necessary qualifications while maintaining productivity on-site. This innovative approach is aimed at streamlining the certification process, protecting the workforce while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

Suke-Dachi Academy's on-demand courses incorporate advanced technology to maintain integrity. Features include mood detection to track participant engagement and automatic suspension of video if a participant demonstrates inactivity or dozing off, ensuring that the training's authenticity is safeguarded against potential cheating.

Key Features of the Safety Training Course

The course provides participants with actionable knowledge and leadership skills to create and manage safe working environments effectively. It is not just a review of laws and regulations; instead, it focuses on actionable steps to address immediate situations.

Practical Content

The curriculum includes practical scenarios that directly reflect on-site practices, allowing supervisors to visualize how to implement safety protocols effectively. Participants will engage with case studies that showcase actual incidents, fostering a personal stake in workplace safety.

Group Exercises

A significant part of the learning involves group discussions through online sessions using Zoom, ensuring active participation. During these 90-minute segments, participants explore recent accident reports sourced from Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, discussions are structured to foster collaboration and peer learning.

Course Details

- Target Audience: Newly appointed site supervisors and health and safety officers, as well as workers involved in these roles.
- Format: A combination of on-demand learning followed by live group exercises (conducted via Zoom).
- Fees:

- For PDF or digital certificates: ¥15,400 (¥12,000 for Suke-Dachi users)
- For physical certificate: ¥16,500 (¥13,100 for Suke-Dachi users)

Participants must ensure they have equipment for two-way communication (camera and microphone) for successful engagement in group exercises.

About Suke-Dachi Academy

Suke-Dachi Academy is designed to provide on-demand education that fits into the busy schedules of construction professionals. It delivers courses that enable workforce certifications without interrupting ongoing projects. The digital certificates are accessible via Suke-Dachi's smartphone app, featuring anti-fraud protections for easy verification in professional settings.

New Course Offerings

- Safety and Health Education for Supervisors

Existing Special Education Programs (11 subjects)

- Special training for full harnessing
- Special oxygen deficiency and hydrogen sulfide handling
- Scaffold assembly training, among others.

Suke-Dachi is committed to promoting career advancement from skilled trades to managerial roles, helping the construction industry evolve into a more attractive field equipped with a robust future workforce.

About Suke-Dachi

Founded to revamp construction workplaces, Suke-Dachi Corporation operates an application that facilitates new connections between contractors and construction workers. It has amassed a considerable share in the matching services realm, offering unique tools such as job ads and direct recruitment options within its app. Through its extensive educational support services, Suke-Dachi continues to address challenges in human resources, facilitating a more efficient construction workforce for the future.

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