BCSP - Complete Guide - 2024.06

®
A COMPLETE
GUIDE TO
SAFETY
CERTIFICATION
NINTH EDITION | APRIL 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT BCSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
A Complete Guide to Safety Certification

Ninth Edition | April 2024 SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
All or any part of this document may be freely copied and distributed with the following restrictions: Excerpts, in any
form or medium, must include a formal statement acknowledging that the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
(BCSP) is the owner of the copyrighted material excerpted from this document. Copies and redistributions of this whole
document, in any form or medium, must include the entire copyright notice and the restrictions shown on this page. SECTION 2
CERTIFICATION SUMMARY . . . . . . . . . . 4
BCSP is committed to impartiality and objectivity in every aspect of our operation. We have intentionally structured
ourselves to segregate responsibilities in our organization to facilitate this impartiality and objectivity. BCSP evaluates
all candidates seeking BCSP certifications without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, pregnancy,
disability, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other characteristics
protected by the law (Protected Characteristics). SECTION 3
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . 6
This publication is not intended to guarantee that the user will pass an exam or become certified. In general it
may not cover every aspect of the certification process. Additionally, this publication is not considered training or
preparatory in any manner. BCSP makes no promises or warranties of any kind, expressed or implied, of the actions
of third party organizations.
SECTION 4
This publication is subject to change without notice at anytime. PREPARING FOR THE EXAM . . . . . . . . . .8
DISCLAIMER
An individual’s status with BCSP is an indicator that an individual has completed a combination of defined education, experience,
and examination requirements. However, certification is not a guarantee or assurance of the competence or ability of any particular SECTION 5
individual. Further, given the rapid changes in the field, BCSP cannot warrant that any examination and other certification materials will
at all times reflect the most current state of the art.
EXAM OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
BCSP disclaims liability for any personal injury, property damage or other damages of any nature whatsoever, whether special,
indirect, consequential or compensatory, directly or indirectly resulting from the certification program or the acts or omissions of
any person who has been certified by BCSP.
SECTION 6
In conducting the certification program, including issuing certifications, BCSP is not undertaking to render professional or other AFTER ACHIEVING CERTIFICATION . . . . 13
services for or on behalf of any person or entity, nor is BCSP undertaking to perform any duty owed by any person or entity to
someone else. Anyone using the services of a person who has been certified should rely on his or her own independent judgment
as appropriate in determining the exercise of reasonable care in any given circumstances.
SECTION 7
GROUP MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
© Board of Certified Safety Professionals SECTION 8

CERTIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
All rights reserved.
A BCSP Publication
SECTION 9
DESIGNATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CODE OF ETHICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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Exam prep at home ABOUT BCSP
or with others. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCSP is a not-for-profit corporation recognized
as a leader in high-quality, accredited credentialing for safety, health, and environmental (SH&E)
You choose. practitioners. BCSP establishes standards and certifies competency criteria in professional safety
practice. Since 1969, over 100,000 of BCSP’s credentials have been achieved.
ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION
All BCSP certifications are accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under
their personnel certification program to the ISO/IEC 17024 standard. ANAB is an independent
third-party organization that evaluates certification programs and organization requirements
on a regular basis. Visit anab.org to learn more about accreditation.
BCSP has been granted special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and
Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2014.
CERTIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATION EXAM PREP CERTIFIED SAFETY PROFESSIONAL®

The premier certification in the safety profession,
Construction Health and Safety Technician®
Offers a certification for individuals who work in a
ONLINE OR IN-PERSON. covering a wide range of safety, health, and

environmental (SH&E) practice disciplines.
construction craft or are construction safety specialists.
BCSP examCORE is an interactive, exam preparation program that supports safety, Safety Trained Supervisor®
health, and environmental (SH&E) practitioners’ professional development. Safety Management Specialist® Provides a quality certification for work group leaders
Demonstrates management skills required for an in various industries who are responsible for the safety
organization’s safe operation, including defining and and health of their workers.
Built by leaders in the profession, this program helps you review the knowledge and
utilizing safety management systems.
skills that keep workplaces safe—and which are covered in BCSP exam blueprints.
BCSP examCORE is available in comprehensive, engaging online courses or live,
Safety Trained Supervisor Construction®
in-person sessions.
Associate Safety Professional ®
Holds the same requirements and benefits as the
Demonstrates a broad scope of knowledge in SH&E Safety Trained Supervisor certification but provides a
Start training today! practice and serves as one of a number of qualified
credentials required for the CSP.
quality certification for work group leaders working
specifically in construction.
Visit examCORE.ORG .
Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician™ Certified Instructional Trainer
To ensure impartiality, BCSP utilizes subject-matter experts for the development of the examCORE program Provides practitioners with partial responsibility or Certifies those who have experience and expertise in
and products who are independent from the certification examination development process. oversight in SH&E with a high quality certification. developing, designing, and delivering SH&E training.
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SECTION THE
CERTIFICATION
PROCESS
All BCSP certifications are different,
but the process of achieving and
maintaining them is the same.
Below is a quick overview of the process,

which will be explained in more detail
in the next chapter.
PICK A CERTIFICATION
Pick a certification that is right for YOU
INTRODUCTION DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY

Education and work experience
BCSP CERTIFICATIONS HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

BCSP awards professional safety certifications to This guide provides in-depth information regarding
qualified individuals who demonstrate adequate the application process, examination process, and
SUBMIT APPLICATION
knowledge through examination and who work in a the rules and procedures essential in retaining a BCSP Apply online
vital professional safety position. certification once achieved. Reading and following
the suggestions and rules in this guide will help you
Whether your career goals include seeking a new navigate your path to certification.
position, moving up in your current organization, or
moving to private practice, you can accelerate your Visit BCSP.ORG and click on My Profile to create an PURCHASE YOUR EXAM
Anytime during the 1-year eligibility period
opportunities by achieving BCSP certifications. account and apply for your desired certification(s)
or designation(s). If you need further assistance, you
Improve your chances of professional success may contact the Customer Engagement Services
by earning a BCSP certification. Our certificants Department at +1 317-593-4800 or by email at bcsp@
are commonly selected for leadership and senior bcsp.org. SCHEDULE YOUR EXAM
positions, plus our certifications are proven to increase At your nearest Pearson VUE testing center
salaries. Rise above the competition, add a BCSP
certification to your portfolio!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For the most current version of this publication,
PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE please visit BCSP.ORG. SIT FOR YOUR EXAM
This guide is the first step in helping you achieve Pass the exam during the 1-year eligibility period
As a candidate or certificant, you are solely
a BCSP credential. It walks you through the process responsible for keeping BCSP informed of your
of applying for certification and taking our current mailing and email address. If either address
certifications’ examinations. changes, you must update them through My Profile,
or notify BCSP’s Customer Engagement Services MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION
Annual renewal fee and five (5) year recertification cycle
Department. You may lose your credential or eligibility
status if you miss important notifications related to
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Engagement Services at +1 317-593-4800. The Candidates will be given their examination results at
SECTION examination authorization period begins the day a the center immediately after submitting their exam.
candidate purchases an exam (within their one-year Candidates who are not successful may purchase a
eligibility period) and ends once they have passed new examination authorization which can be used to
the examination, or on the day their eligibility ends, sit for the exam six (6) weeks after their most recent
whichever comes first. attempt, as long as they remain eligible.
Active or retired military may qualify for a Note: If you need special examination facilities or
reimbursement of the examination fee through the accommodation arrangements, you must request the
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA brochure is accommodation with BCSP at the time you purchase your
located on the BCSP website for more information. exam. Accommodation requests should be emailed to
accommodations@bcsp.org prior to scheduling with Pearson
VUE. Failure to request at the time of exam purchase may
SCHEDULE YOUR EXAM impact your ability to have the accommodation provided at
the testing center.
C E R T I F I C AT I O N
Once BCSP has processed a candidate’s examination
For a list of current fees, visit
fee and issued an examination authorization, they will
BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/At-A-Glance.
be able to schedule their examination with Pearson
SUMMARY
VUE. Pearson VUE is the official computer-based
testing provider for all BCSP examinations. More
information about scheduling your examination can be
found in Chapter 5, “Exam Overview.”
MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION
SIT FOR YOUR EXAM
experience and/or training. Just like the education
PICK A CERTIFICATION requirement, each certification requirement is different.
ANNUAL RENEWAL FEES
Candidates eligible for an examination must pass the After completing all the necessary requirements, BCSP
Chapter 7 will explain the academic and/or training awards the certification to candidates who pass their
Whether you are in safety management, examination within their one (1) year of eligibility.
and experience requirements for each certification in exam.
manufacturing, public safety, construction, industrial
more detail. BCSP allows candidates to extend their eligibility once
hygiene, or training, BCSP offers a certification that’s
during their term, and the extension is valid for one Credential holders need to pay annual renewal fees in
right for you. Based on your knowledge, job duties,
(1) year. Extensions are available for purchase within order to maintain their credential.
education, and work experience, you can earn a
certification that meets your career needs. SUBMIT APPLICATION the last 60 days of a candidate’s eligibility period.
A prorated fee will be applied to the remainder of the
Extensions can be purchased through My Profile at
year in which a candidate passes a BCSP certification
BCSP.ORG, as long as the candidate is eligible.
exam (a prorated fee is not issued for the GSP/TSP
BCSP reviews all application materials to determine
DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY eligibility for each certification examination. Those who do not meet this time limit, nor designations). Other fees may apply upon achieving
purchase the eligibility extension, must reapply as a credential. For example, individuals who pay their
Candidates must meet all requirements in order to
new candidates and meet the current application annual renewal fee late may incur a late charge or a
Academic and/or Training Requirements be made eligible to sit for the desired examination.
reinstatement fee if BCSP has acted to terminate the
Eligibility is for a one-year period. More information requirements. A detailed outline of eligibility is provided
BCSP certifications require different levels of education once an application has been approved. credential.
about the application process can be found in
and/or training. For example, the Certified Safety
Chapter 3, “Application Instructions.” RECERTIFICATION
Professional (CSP) certification requires a bachelor’s BCSP’s examination provider, Pearson VUE
degree in any field from an accredited university, (pearsonvue.com/BCSP), has test centers located Certificants must remain up-to-date with changes in
whereas the Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT) around the world and operates every business day. All professional practice by earning recertification points
requires at least 135 hours of developing or delivering
PURCHASE YOUR EXAM Pearson VUE testing sites are subject to change based every five (5) years.
teaching or training in any SH&E specialty. on criteria provided by Pearson VUE. Please be sure to
check regularly for available locations when scheduling Additional information regarding recertification can
Anytime during the one-year eligibility period,
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT an exam. Examinations are delivered via computer at be found in the Recertification Guide, located at
candidates may pay for their examination through
All BCSP certifications require some safety-related the test center. BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
My Profile at BCSP.ORG or by calling Customer
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SECTION SUBMITTING TRANSCRIPTS
Information on submitting transcripts will be provided
CUSTOMER
as you fill out your application online.
ENGAGEMENT
VALIDATION
BCSP requires applicants to disclose criminal
SERVICES
convictions, disciplinary actions, and denial or
revocation of certifications, licenses, and professional
IS HERE FOR YOU!
registrations taken against the applicant by the issuing
certification board or agency. BCSP uses its policy
BCSP offers friendly, helpful
relating to criminal convictions to determine whether customer support via phone or
the application can proceed or whether it will be
online messaging.
terminated. In some cases, a BCSP attorney may contact
A P P L I C AT I O N
the applicant to clarify information about the conviction.
A copy of the BCSP criminal conviction policy can be
found at BCSP.ORG/About/Policies-Forms.
Let a Customer
Engagement Services
INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants are required to provide disclosure of:
• All felony convictions advisor assist you today.

• All misdemeanor convictions within the past
five (5) years (minor traffic violations and petty
offenses DO NOT have to be reported) email: bcsp@bcsp.org
Individuals who wish to pursue a BCSP certification 6 ONLINE PAYMENT OF APPLICATION • Any record of unethical behavior call: +1 317-593-4800
must create a profile through My Profile at BCSP.ORG. Note: If you are unable to submit online and require
Once you have created your profile, you may select the a paper application, there will be a processing fee. • Information related to having a professional
certification or designation application you are interested license or certification denied, suspended, or
Please call the BCSP office for more detail.
revoked for reasons other than not meeting
in, and follow the online instructions. Candidates apply
qualifications, failure of examination, or failure to
only once for credentials, provided they follow all policies Do not send resumes, professional papers, continuing pay renewal fees
and stay within their eligibility time limit. education course certificates, or any other items that
are not specifically requested.
A complete application requires candidates to provide: AUDITING
After you submit your application, BCSP Customer
BCSP randomly selects 5% of certification applications
1 CONTACT INFORMATION Engagement Services will contact you with any
for audit. If your application is selected, you will be
questions and/or once your application review has
required to provide experience documentation and, if
2 BCSP QUALIFIED CREDENTIAL been completed.
Only for the CSP applicable, training documentation. Acceptable forms
The application fee is nonrefundable and of validation documentation for experience are:
3 EXPERIENCE INFORMATION nontransferable. For a list of current fees, visit 1 A letter on company letterhead from your
BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/At-A-Glance. You employer validating employment dates, job title,
4 EDUCATION
AND/OR TRAINING will be prompted to include payment along with your and percentage of job duties which are/were
INFORMATION application. Your application will not be complete until safety/health/environmental.
If applicable payment for the application fee and any additional
5 APPLICATION AGREEMENT AND

requested materials have been received. If all 2 BCSP
Experience Validation Form completed
application requirements have not been met within by employer.
VALIDATION
one (1) year of the application submission date, the
Acknowledging truthful information has been
application will expire. 3 If your application requires training, you must
provided, informing BCSP of any criminal
upload supporting documentation proving your
convictions or unethical behavior, agreeing to
completion of this training.
adhere to BCSP Code of Ethics, and not to disclose
any confidential information
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COMPUTER-BASED TESTING BCSP maintains a list of examination references for
SECTION BCSP examinations use computer-based testing with
each certification at BCSP.ORG. Examination items
are not necessarily taken directly from these sources.
one (1) item appearing on the screen at a time. You However, BCSP believes these references represent
will use a mouse to point to the desired answer and the breadth and depth of coverage of safety, health,
click on it to select it. Answers can be changed the and environmental practice.
same way.
You can mark items to return to later or skip them and BCSP examCORE
move to the next item. At the end of all examination BCSP’s exam prep program, examCORE, was designed
items, you can return to any marked or skipped item by by industry leaders to help you review the knowledge
simply clicking on the item number. and skills that keep workplaces safe—and which are
covered in BCSP certifications’ exam blueprints. BCSP
Prior to beginning the actual examination there is a
examCORE is available in two formats: examCORE
tutorial. Your examination clock begins when you
Online provides comprehensive, engaging online
officially commence the examination itself. After
PREPARING FOR
courses, and examCORE In-Person offers live,
completing the examination, you will select to end the
in-person sessions
exam to formally submit your examination for scoring.
Included in the CSP, SMS, ASP, OHST, and CHST
THE EXAM
You will receive your results before you leave the
examCORE Online are a pre- and post-test to help
testing center.
gauge your progress, over 1,000 examCORE questions
Note: Examinations are closed book, and accessing and answers, and 40+ training modules.
external reference materials during your examination is
The STS and STSC examCORE Online are shorter
not permitted.
You may use various approaches to prepare for the However, there may not be enough items in your programs available for a greatly reduced price.
examination: strong areas to achieve a passing score. USING THE PROVIDED Included in these programs are a pre- and post-test,
over 500 examCORE question and answers, and 20+
• Perform individual study Note that knowledge and understanding are essential
CALCULATOR training modules.
in passing the examination. Relying only on simulated Candidates are provided an on-screen calculator
• Participate in informal study groups
examination items is not the best way to increase The CIT examCORE Online is also available for a
during the exam. The on-screen calculator emulates
• Attend formal review courses knowledge and understanding. Use simulated items reduced price with 700 examCORE questions and
the TI-30XS scientific calculator. Test centers do not
to provide insight into the areas in which you should answers, a pre- and post-test, and 30+ training
provide physical calculators or allow candidates to
Some keys to success include: modules.
engage in additional study. bring in their own.
• Knowing your strengths and weaknesses Many people need to attain the ASP certification
Make sure you know how to use the provided calculator
• Having an examination preparation plan DEVELOPING A TEST-TAKING as a prerequisite to sit for the CSP certification.
so you do not waste valuable time trying to understand
STRATEGY how to use it once the examination clock starts. It is a
To help with this, BCSP created ASP + CSP
• Developing a test-taking strategy examCORE Connect, which provides both the ASP
Knowing how to take the examination will help good idea to practice working solutions and to be able
• Understanding how to use your calculator and CSP examCORE programs in one convenient,
improve your score. The examination uses to recall the correct calculator procedures.
cost-effective bundle.
multiple-choice items with only one (1) correct answer
Remember, solutions to computational items usually
HAVING AN EXAMINATION and three (3) incorrect answers. Remember, the goal
are rounded. You should select the answer closest to
A live, interactive exam preparation course, BCSP
is to get as many items correct as possible. There is no
STUDY PLAN the computed value.
examCORE In-Person provides an engaging format in
penalty for selecting an incorrect answer. However, which to review the safety, health, and environmental
The examination blueprint shows how the questions, only correct answers count toward reaching the
Note: The on-screen calculator is not available for the (SH&E) knowledge and skills that are covered in BCSP
or items, on an examination are distributed across passing score.
CIT exam. certifications’ exam blueprints. This includes a two- or
domains. The percentage of items per domain is noted
• Read the items carefully three-day learning course, access to an online Guided
on the examination blueprint.
Notebook, access to the certification’s online Self-
• Consider the context OBTAINING INFORMATION ON Assessment, and live instruction from an experienced
Converting your subject strengths and weaknesses into
a study plan is likely to increase your overall examination
• Use examination time wisely THE BODY OF KNOWLEDGE instructor.
score. Scoring well in one subject area can compensate • Go back to items that gave you trouble Draw on your experience and on professional and
for a weaker score in another subject area. • Complete all items study references in your own library, a company
8 library, or a public library. 9
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More information on subscription lengths, available The online self-assessment is based on the blueprint
sessions, pricing, and a free extension can be located on the BCSP website for the certification you SECTION
found at examCORE.ORG. desire and is half the length of a full examination.
Note: To ensure impartiality, BCSP utilizes The online self-assessment includes six (6) months
subject-matter experts for the development of the of access, during which time users have unlimited
examCORE program and products who are independent assessment attempts. Results from each attempt
from the certification examination development process.
are provided, and a results history is maintained so
candidates may evaluate their progress.
ONLINE SELF-ASSESSMENT
Note: The self-assessment is designed to assist the
It is essential for you to compare your knowledge
candidate in evaluating their strengths and weaknesses,
against what is contained in the examination
strategizing test-taking pace, and planning future
blueprint. One way to do this is by using a
studying accordingly. The self-assessment is not
self-evaluation method. A self-evaluation helps
considered training or preparation in any manner.
determine how well you know various subjects.
EXAM OVERVIEW
To order a self-assessment, please log into
BCSP offers online self-assessments for
My Profile at BCSP.ORG to make the purchase.
all certifications for a nominal fee. The
self-assessments can help diagnose how well
you know the body of knowledge, as well as help EXAMINATION INTEGRITY
refresh your test-taking skills. A key to a successful and respected credentialing
program is examination security. Without it, a After your application is accepted and you purchase Additionally, BCSP’s examCORE* is designed for your
peer-operated credentialing program has little value. your exam (if you did not do so when you applied), use in learning the knowledge and skills contained in
BCSP relies on the ethical behavior of candidates then you can schedule and take your certification exam. BCSP certification exam blueprints. Both are available
and certificants to maintain the security of BCSP when logged into My Profile.
examinations. PURCHASE
VISIT BCSP.ORG When those who hold credentials or those who When you purchase your exam, please verify that
Before scheduling your exam, note that BCSP provides
U.S. and international candidates test accommodations
are pursuing credentials reveal information about the name and contact information we have matches for documented disabilities, in accordance with the
the content of BCSP examinations, they violate the your valid, unexpired, government-issued photo Americans with Disabilities Act and the Amendments
MY PROFILE agreement all candidates accept when they apply identification, which you are required to present at the Act (ADA/ADAAA), as well as other legally required
for certification and when they take examinations. time of testing. You may view and update your contact accommodations. If you require an accommodation
Applicants, examination candidates, or certificants information by logging into My Profile and selecting other than those pre-approved, please email
PURCHASE THE ONLINE who reveal confidential information about the “Manage Profile.” If at any time you require a name accommodations@bcsp.org with your request. Note that
content of BCSP examinations through any means change, please contact BCSP. this request must be made prior to scheduling your exam.
SELF-ASSESSMENT TODAY! also violate the Exam Security and Confidentiality
Agreement and the BCSP Code of Ethics, and are To purchase your exam, if you did not do so during SCHEDULE
subject to the Disciplinary Action Policy, located online application, log into My Profile and select “Purchase
Once you purchase your certification exam, you
at BCSP.ORG/policies-forms. Exam.” You have a choice between purchasing one
will receive an email from BCSP with details on how
exam or an exam bundle, which includes an exam, a
to schedule your examination. This is your Exam
BCSP pursues legal action against organizations and Self-Assessment, and a second exam attempt if the first
Authorization Letter, and it provides you authorization
individuals who reveal information about the content is unsuccessful.
to schedule your exam. It is a good idea to schedule in
of BCSP examinations. BCSP also takes legal action
Once you have paid for your exam you will have until advance of the time you would like.
against those who falsely claim to hold a certification.
Penalties could include permanently barring individuals your eligibility end date to take and pass the examination.
BCSP contracts Pearson VUE to proctor our exams.
from pursuing the credential and revoking the Note that you may purchase and take your exam any
You may schedule your examination online by logging
certifications and interim designations of those who number of times while eligible, but should you take your
into My Profile at BCSP.ORG to set your appointment.
have status with BCSP, online posting of their names, exam and not pass, you may take the exam again no
and other legal remedies. earlier than six (6) weeks after your last attempt.
*To ensure impartiality, BCSP utilizes subject-matter
Report unauthorized use of certification at directory. You may consider purchasing a Self-Assessment, a experts for the development of the examCORE program
BCSP.ORG and any sharing of examination content at diagnostic tool offered by BCSP that helps candidates and products who are independent from the certification
10 BCSP.ORG/contact. determine their areas of strength and weakness. examination development process. 11
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For scheduling assistance or to schedule by phone, As you sign in, the testing center staff will provide
visit pearsonvue.com/bcsp/contact. Do NOT call a materials for working out calculations by hand. You SECTION
local testing center to schedule your appointment— are not allowed to take any notes, books, papers,
Local testing centers are not authorized to schedule, purses, hats, coats, jackets, pagers, mobile phones,
reschedule, cancel, or confirm BCSP examination electronic devices, or other materials into the secure
appointments. Save all examination appointment testing room. You may not access other personal
confirmation emails until after you complete your belongings until you complete your examination.
examination. The only exceptions are comfort aids and approved
accommodations in accordance with the Americans
Note that you will forfeit your exam authorization and with Disabilities Act, the Amendments Act (ADA/
the fee you paid if you: ADAAA), or other legally required accommodations.
• Do not schedule, keep, or arrive on time for your
BCSP recommends you complete the tutorial at the
appointment; or
beginning of the exam to help familiarize yourself with
AFTER ACHIEVING
• Improperly attempt to schedule or reschedule the computer-delivered examination process. You
your appointment; or must agree to comply with BCSP’s Code of Ethics,
• Fail to present valid government-issued photo examination security, and non-disclosure rules before
C E R T I F I C AT I O N
identification with your name exactly as it appears you can begin the exam. Once you complete these
on your Exam Authorization Letter; or steps, your examination clock starts.
• Engage in unethical, unprofessional, or disruptive

conduct at Pearson VUE.
Examination Time Allowed
Plan in advance and achieve your certification on
CSP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 hours
exam day! BCSP CREDENTIAL HOLDERS’ FEATURES AND BENEFITS
ASP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 hours
TAKE YOUR EXAM
WALLET CARD
ANNUAL
SMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 hours
REPORT

The following information provides insight into the
Upon receiving your credential, and each year when The BCSP Annual Report is another important
rules that must be followed on exam day so that you OHST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 hours
you pay the required annual renewal fee, a wallet card publication you will receive electronically. It contains
can best prepare.
CHST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 hours is made available online which shows you hold the summarized data about BCSP credential holders and
Pearson VUE requires you to bring a valid, unexpired credential. You will have access to print your wallet card the annual audited financial report. It can be found on
STS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 hours instantly from your profile. the BCSP website.
government-issued ID bearing both your picture
and signature. Acceptable identifications include a STSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 hours
permanent North American state or provincial driver’s
BCSP DIRECTORIES

BCSP
license/identification card, military identification card, CIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 hours CAREER CENTER
BCSP publishes a directory of individuals who
national identification card, European Identity card, or
Many employers post open job positions seeking currently hold BCSP certifications and designations. An
permanent resident card. If you are testing in a country You will schedule your own breaks. These breaks must qualified safety professionals. With a BCSP credential, abbreviated format containing names, cities, and states
NOT of your citizenship, your passport will be required. be taken outside the secure testing room, but inside you may post your resume free of charge at JOBS. appears on the BCSP website and allows viewers to
NOTE: Your name on the provided ID must exactly the building (or part of the building) controlled by BCSP.ORG, and employers have access to view your confirm if a person currently holds a BCSP certification
match your name on file with BCSP. Pearson VUE. You must sign out and comply with any/ resume and contact you. or designation.
all security measures when you leave your workstation
Candidates sitting for all except the CIT examination
for any reason. Your examination clock continues to
are provided an on-screen calculator during the
BCSP eNEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
BADGES
exam. The on-screen calculator emulates the TI-30XS
run during these self-scheduled breaks.
As a BCSP credential holder, you will receive the BCSP credential holders receive a digital badge for
scientific calculator. Test centers do not provide physical You will receive examination results immediately after quarterly BCSP eNewsletter. The BCSP eNewsletter each credential they have earned. Digital badges
calculators or allow candidates to bring in their own. you submit the exam at the testing center. contains information about important changes which contain links to detailed information about your
You must comply with all security processes at testing may affect BCSP certifications and designations, specific certification(s) and more. The badges are
centers. Please contact the location prior to the exam information about credential holders, and professional accessed via My Profile and can be used in users’
to learn about their specific procedures. safety practice information. Current issues and back email, social media, and web pages containing their
issues are located on the BCSP website. professional information, and more.
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You may use the credential on your business cards,
MEMBERSHIP LEVEL
resume, social media, and correspondence with
Individuals may use a credential to qualify for the
your signature. You may use your credential virtually
highest level of membership in professional safety
anywhere you use your name.
societies. After achieving a credential, check with
the safety and health organizations in which you The credential is awarded to individuals, not companies,
hold memberships to see if you qualify for a status and should only be used with individuals’ names.
change. For example, the CSP, ASP, OHST, and CHST
credentials qualify members of the American Society Example of proper company use:
of Safety Professionals (ASSP) for “Professional
ABC Safety Company provides the latest safety
Member” status.
services. Employees holding the Certified Safety
Professional® (CSP®) certification include Robert A.
TITLE PROTECTION AND LAWS Smith, CSP and Mary A. Jones, CSP.

INVOLVING BCSP CREDENTIALS
Example of improper company use:
Some states have enacted title protection laws
which restrict anyone from claiming to hold a BCSP ABC Safety Company, providing safety services by
credential without having duly obtained it from Certified Safety Professionals.
BCSP. Additionally, several states have enacted laws
or regulations which specify that BCSP credential
holders may provide loss control services for insurance
MAINTAINING YOUR
companies. Check your state government website for CERTIFICATION
more details. In order to retain your certification, you must:
• I nform BCSP of mailing or email address changes,

USE OF A BCSP CREDENTIAL or update it through My Profile
It is important to know how to use your credential • Pay your annual renewal fee
correctly. The titles and credentials are registered
trademarks issued to BCSP by the U.S. Patent and • Complete and submit recertification requirements
Trademark Office. They can only be used when
authorized for a period specifically designated
CHANGING YOUR NAME
by BCSP. There are guidelines for displaying your
If you undergo a name change through marriage
credential properly. For display of proper and improper
or other court proceedings, you may request a name
use, the Certified Safety Professional® (CSP®) will be
change by contacting bcsp@bcsp.org. Additionally, you
used in this section.
must provide a copy of the court record or marriage
Examples of correct use: certificate in order for BCSP to register
the change.
• Robert A. Smith, CSP
PAYING
• Robert A. Smith, Certified Safety Professional ANNUAL RENEWAL FEES

The credential may be used only for the period for The authority to use a BCSP title is valid for one (1)
which use is authorized. Use expires if you have not paid year. It must be renewed annually. Certificants will
the annual renewal fee or have not met recertification receive a prorated renewal fee for the remainder of the
requirements for the credential. Use of these titles year in which they pass the exam (a prorated fee is not
beyond the authorized period (without complying with issued for the GSP/TSP designations).
renewal or recertification requirements) constitutes
unauthorized use of the credential.
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Each following year, BCSP will send you a notice when REINSTATEMENT certifications in retired status should they meet the which can be confusing to the public, or for which there
your annual renewal fee is due. BCSP gives you the following requirements: are legal grounds to make such challenges.
options for paying the fee by phone or online via credit If you fail to pay your annual renewal fee or fail to
achieve and submit the required recertification points • They have held certification a minimum
card. After receiving your payment, BCSP will provide
every five (5) years, BCSP will send you a notice that of 10 years INDIVIDUALS USING A BCSP
a receipt and wallet card available to print. Other fees
may apply upon achieving a credential. For example, your credential has been invalidated and you no longer • They have completed two (2) recertification cycles CREDENTIAL WITHOUT
individuals who pay their annual renewal fee late may hold the credential. AUTHORITY
To maintain a certification in retired status:
incur a late charge or a reinstatement fee if BCSP has BCSP has established procedures for challenging
You may seek reinstatement online through My Profile
acted to terminate the credential. • Safety practice is not required individuals known to use a BCSP credential without
at BCSP.ORG. Reinstatement must be completed
by 12/31 of the same year you are invalidated. having obtained it or after they lost it for failure to
For a list of current fees, visit • No more than 200 hours of safety practice
Reinstatement includes paying a reinstatement pay annual renewal fees or meet recertification
BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/At-A-Glance. annually is allowed
fee and complying with the current recertification requirements.
requirements. Otherwise, your credential will expire • A nominal retired annual renewal fee is required
each year In order to establish someone is using the credential
RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS and you will be unable to reapply for one (1) year, after
without authority, BCSP must have the original
The Recertification Program helps credential holders which you will need to apply as a new candidate and A certificant holding a certification in retired status document (or a copy) showing where the individual
keep up with changes affecting professional safety meet all application and examination requirements. must indicate their status as in the following examples: is using the title. Most often, the unauthorized use
practice. Every five (5) years—one (1) cycle—you must occurs online, on a business card, resume, business
• Robert A. Smith, CSP Retired
achieve a specified number of recertification points CAREER INTERRUPTIONS letterhead, brochure or similar publication, or with a
based on the certification you hold. There are 10 • Robert A. Smith, CSP (Retired) signature. To initiate action against the individual using
While holding a BCSP credential, you may face
categories of activities for which you may earn points the credential without authority, BCSP also needs the
situations which affect your ability to maintain your • Robert A. Smith, CSP Ret.
toward meeting that goal. Keep in mind, there is no offending individual’s current mailing address.
certification. You may experience an interruption in
limit to the number of points in some categories, while • Robert A. Smith, Certified Safety
your safety career, such as moving to a job which is
other categories have annual and/or total point limits. Professional (Retired) BCSP relies on those finding potential unauthorized
not in the safety profession, taking time out to be a
uses to report them and provide the documentation
Once you have entered the required points into parent, student, or soldier, having an extended health Retired certificants may return to certified status by showing the use of these titles. BCSP will not disclose
your online recertification worksheet and signed the problem, or unemployment. BCSP has established meeting the following criteria: the name of the person or organization reporting
validation/attestation form, your worksheet will be some options to help deal with these types of
• Cannot have been in retired status more than two potential unauthorized uses.
submitted for review. All points must be earned by situations, but you must notify and work with BCSP as
(2) years
the June 30 end date of your current recertification soon as possible prior to invalidation. After receiving documentation of a potential
cycle and submitted no later than July 31 following the • Must have paid the retired annual renewal fee unauthorized use case, BCSP takes steps to challenge
each year
LEAVES
completion of your cycle. Only points earned during OF ABSENCE OR EXTENSIONS that individual and investigates any irregularities on the

a recertification cycle count toward that cycle, and You may seek a leave of absence or an extension if • Must submit an audited worksheet if your part of BCSP. Legal counsel for BCSP may participate in
your new cycle will not begin until the five years are a career interruption will affect your ability to meet recertification cycle ended during your retired the procedures.
complete, regardless of how early your worksheet is status
recertification requirements. Please refer to the
submitted. Those who have used BCSP titles without authority
Recertification Guide for detailed information. Note: If you re-enter certified status, you will be may be barred from pursuing a BCSP certification for
assessed the normal certification annual renewal
BCSP randomly selects 5% of submitted recertification up to five (5) years. Their names are also published on
fee(s) for the year(s) you were in retired status, with
ANNUAL
worksheets for an audit. While documentation to prove RENEWAL FEE WAIVER the BCSP website. Other penalties may be applied.
the retired annual renewal fee you have already paid
points is not required with the initial submission, the WHILE UNEMPLOYED deducted from the total. BCSP reserves the right to use the courts in protecting
audit procedure requires you to provide proof of the If you become unemployed and are unable to pay use of a credential.
points claimed. It is important you keep records to your annual renewal fee, you may request a one-time PROTECTING THE CREDENTIALS
verify your recertification activities. waiver of the annual renewal fee through a hardship
AND LOGOS CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS
request, which can submitted at a link provided in the
Additional details of the Recertification Program appear BCSP’s criminal conviction policy appears on the
annual renewal email notice you receive. Because BCSP has registered its logos and titles, it
in the Recertification Guide. You may download the BCSP website. It applies to BCSP credential holders.
has a solid position for challenging BCSP title and/or
Recertification Guide on the BCSP website to help RETIRED CREDENTIAL HOLDERS logo infringement. There are several legal theories and
The policy also covers convictions by other
you through the process. You will want to refer to the certifications and licensing bodies for unauthorized use
To apply for Retired Status, log into your BCSP profile considerations involved. Registration itself does not
website regularly for the most up-to-date information. of designations. It requires credential holders to
and select “Retired Request.” provide absolute protection from others using similar
report new convictions which can result in BCSP
acronyms or titles. BCSP does not have exclusive use of
Certificants who are retiring can hold their disciplinary proceedings.
the acronym. BCSP continually challenges those uses
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DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES Promote BCSP!
BCSP authorizes individuals to use a credential when SECTION
they meet requirements for achieving and retaining the
credential. BCSP also has a responsibility to withdraw
that authorization if individuals fail to pay annual
renewal fees, fail to meet recertification requirements,
or violate the BCSP Disciplinary Action Policy or the
BCSP Code of Ethics. The BCSP Disciplinary Action
Policy contains rules on disciplinary procedures and
grounds for action. The complete BCSP Disciplinary
Action Policy is on the BCSP website.
APPEALS ER
BANN YS!
A
You may appeal decisions related to earning and DISPL
GROUP MANAGEMENT
maintaining BCSP credentials. Requests for appeal
must be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer in
writing and in accordance to the current appeals policy EARN RECERTIFICATION POINTS!
located online at BCSP.ORG/About/Policies-Forms.
PRESENTATION MATERIALS

PROMOTING A BCSP CREDENTIAL PowerPoint presentations about the safety profession
BCSP uses several methods to promote credentials and BCSP credentials are located on the BCSP website
and to encourage safety professionals to pursue them. at BCSP.ORG/Get-Involved/Presentations-and- INCLUDE BCSP CREDENTIALS Depending on permissions granted by the employee/
member linked to the group using the group
You may volunteer to assist in these activities. Please Outreach. The materials are editable and available for IN YOUR SAFETY PLAN management platform, companies can benefit by:
contact BCSP or visit the BCSP website to determine use by credential holders as needed. Many organizations use BCSP credentials as part
available materials. of building or maintaining a safety culture. Group
MENTOR PROGRAM
management provides conveniences to companies
TRANSPARENCY

REQUEST A RETURNABLE Created specifically to recognize certificants’ roles in
and other organizations with more than one Viewing employees’/members’ application, exam
BANNER DISPLAY assisting the career development of others, the mentor employee/member who have applied for or attained eligibility, renewal, recertification, and reinstatement
Use of BCSP banner displays help promote BCSP and program helps bring current credential holders and a BCSP credential. Companies, unions, government status for each certification or designation
BCSP certifications. They are ideal for meetings, local those looking to pursue certification together. agencies, and other organizations can be granted
and regional conferences, or educational programs access to the group management platform to help
The mentor program rewards those who become
of local professional groups and companies. BCSP them manage BCSP credentials and applications for
mentors and helps to ensure safety professionals who
pays for shipping to and from events. In some
perform quality work are certified. By having your
their employees or members. PAYMENTS

instances, you may earn recertification credit for Paying application, exam, extension, renewal, and
mentee fill out the Professional Advancement Mentor If your organization uses group management, please
promoting certifications. To request a display, fill out reinstatement fees on behalf of their employees/
Form and submit it by fax or email at the time that refer to the Group Management Applicant Guide on
the Display and Literature Request Form located at members
they apply online, BCSP recognizes mentors and their the Workplace Safety and Certification webpage.
BCSP.ORG/Get-Involved/Presentations-and-
work with their peers, colleagues, and other safety
Outreach, or contact BCSP at bcsp@bcsp.org.
professionals.
INFORMATION FOR
RECOGNITION

PROMOTIONAL
MATERIALS ORGANIZATIONS
There is a variety of complimentary literature about
MAINTAINING YOUR MAILING Receiving recognition as a credential champion in
Any organization that wants to track more than one
all of the BCSP credentials, qualifications and AND EMAIL ADDRESS (1) of its employees/members using BCSP’s group
BCSP media, along with placement of the group’s
name on the Certification Champions webpage.
procedures, and examinations. Most BCSP publications As a credential holder, you are solely responsible management platform may do so by creating an
are available for download on the BCSP website. to keep BCSP informed of your current mailing and organization profile that includes the designation of a For more information check out the Workplace Safety
To request literature, please fill out the Display and email addresses. If either address changes, you must group account manager (GAM) with the GAM’s contact and Certification webpage.
Literature Request Form located at BCSP.ORG/ change it through My Profile or notify BCSP. You may information. The GAM is responsible for overseeing
Get-Involved/Presentations-and-Outreach, or contact lose your credential if annual renewal notices and application and credentialing-related activities of
BCSP at bcsp@bcsp.org. other important information does not reach you. employees/members linked to the group record and is
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• Tips from corporate ACADEMIC AND/OR Certifications will be explained in detail starting
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TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
CSP is the “Gold Standard” of safety certification.
It is BCSP’s foundational certification and holds the
highest esteem amongst the SH&E community.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Each BCSP certification plays a special role in the
safety field with one common goal...
CREDENTIAL FEES KEEPING THE WORKPLACE SAFE.
SAFETY CULTURE
EXAM INFORMATION BCSP fulfills industry and global demand for
• Exam length and time limits validating highly competent safety practitioners
with varying amounts of formal education and
significant amounts of experience.
RECERTIFICATION BCSP certifications create a unified safety culture

by setting baseline competencies of safety
knowledge and skills throughout the organization.
The best safety cultures require safety competency

across the organization and also value safety
leadership at all levels.
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• Professional safety must be the primary function • Master in Occupational Safety and Health,
of the position. Collateral duties in safety are International Training Centre of the International
not counted. Labour Organization (ITC-ILO)
• The position’s primary responsibility must be • National Examination Board in Occupational Safety
the prevention of harm to people, property, or and Health (NEBOSH) National or International
the environment, rather than responsibility for Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
responding to harmful events.
• Professional Member of the Singapore Institution
• Professional safety functions must be at least 50% of of Safety Officers (SISO)
the position duties. BCSP defines full-time as at least
35 hours per week. Part-time safety experience is • Diploma/Certificate in Industrial Safety, as issued
allowed if the applicant has the equivalent of at least by the State Government Departments/Boards of
900 hours of professional safety work during any Technical Education, Government of India
year (75 hours per month or 18 hours per week) for
which experience credit is sought.
CSP FEES*
• The position must be at a professional level.
Application Fee: $160.00
This is determined by evaluating the degree
of professional charge by which there is a
Individual Exam Fee: $350.00
reliance of employees, employers, or clients
on the person’s ability to identify, evaluate, and
control hazards through engineering and/or Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $600.00
administrative approaches.
Exam bundles include an examination authorization,
CERTIFIED SAFETY PROFESSIONAL® • The position must have breadth of professional an online self-assessment, and a second exam
safety duties. This is determined by evaluating
attempt if the first is unsuccessful.
the variety of hazards about which the candidate
must advise and the range of skills involved in
Eligibility Extension Fee**: $100.00
recognizing, evaluating, and controlling hazards.
ABOUT For U.S. degrees, BCSP requires the school to hold
institutional accreditation recognized by the Council Renewal Fee: $180.00
Certificants who hold the CSP mostly work in private
industry, which could include being a government
for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) (chea.org) BCSP QUALIFIED CREDENTIAL
contractor. A CSP who works in the government
and/or the U.S. Department of Education (ed.gov). REQUIREMENT* CSP EXAMINATION
sector may work in the military, or in federal, state, or Continuing education courses, seminars, and Applicants who meet all eligibility requirements including The CSP examination contains 200 multiple-choice items
local agencies. Safety at this level is virtually in every certificate programs are not a substitute for, and do experience and education must hold one (1) of the with four (4) possible answers and only one (1) correct
industry including petroleum exploration, production not receive credit toward, the academic requirement. following credentials at the time they apply for the CSP: answer. You will have FIVE AND A HALF (5.5) hours to
and refining, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, complete the CSP examination. Examinations are closed
Unaccredited degrees are a growing concern, • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
and insurance. A CSP’s professional time is spent on book, and accessing external reference materials during
safety management systems, occupational health and and some states have laws making it illegal to use • Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) your examination is not permitted. For use during the
ergonomics, emergency response and preparedness, unaccredited degrees. Applicants and certificants examination, the testing center will provide you with
cannot use unaccredited degrees, and the use is a • Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP)
fire prevention and protection, and security materials for working out calculations by hand.
responsibilities. A CSP may also have environmental violation of the BCSP Code of Ethics. • Certified Industrial Hygienist® (CIH®)
management system responsibilities including
managing safety, health, and environmental programs
Non-U.S. degree holders who wish to apply for BCSP • Chartered Member of the Institution of CSP RECERTIFICATION
certifications which have an education requirement Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) CSPs must remain up-to-date with changes in
that can cover up to 1,000 or more employees.
may upload their academic record directly to BCSP professional practice by earning and submitting 25
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)
where they will be evaluated under the same rigorous recertification points every five (5) years.
ACADEMIC AND/OR standards for U.S. equivalency. • CP-12 Professional Certificate in Safety and
TRAINING REQUIREMENT Occupational Health, U.S. Army Combat Readiness Additional information regarding recertification can be
Center (ACRC)
All individuals applying for the CSP must have a EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT found in the Recertification Guide, located at
• Certified Safety Engineer (CSE), as administered BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
bachelor’s degree or higher in any field from an CSP candidates must have four (4) years of
accredited institution. by the State Administration of Work Safety (SAWS),
professional safety experience to sit for the CSP exam.
People’s Republic of China (PRC)
Professional safety experience must meet the following
There is no waiver of the academic requirement, and criteria to qualify:
proof of a minimum qualifying degree must be provided. * Please visit the BCSP website for the most current credential list and prices.
** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time and within the last 60 days of initial eligibility date.
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SAFETY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST® ASSOCIATE SAFETY PROFESSIONAL®
ABOUT SMS EXAMINATION ABOUT Non-U.S. degree holders who wish to apply for
BCSP certifications which have an education
Most certificants who hold the SMS work for a private The SMS examination contains 200 multiple-choice items The ASP certification fulfills the credential requirement requirement may upload their academic record
or public entity (i.e., government department, public with four (4) possible answers and only one (1) correct leading to the CSP. An ASP may hold positions at the directly to BCSP where they will be evaluated under
agency, or military). Safety at this level is virtually in answer. You will have FOUR AND A HALF (4.5) hours to technical level or program management level and the same rigorous standards for U.S. equivalency.
every industry including manufacturing, petroleum complete the SMS examination. Examinations are closed may directly supervise employees. Your knowledge
production and refining, construction, and insurance. book, and accessing external reference materials during of safety concepts and expertise in fundamental
An SMS may hold positions at the manager level or your examination is not permitted. For use during the safety assurance methodologies can make you a key EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
director level and may directly supervise employees. examination, the testing center will provide you with member of a project, operational, or design team. An ASP candidates must have one (1) year of
materials for working out calculations by hand. ASP may be called upon to coordinate safety activities, professional safety experience to sit for the ASP
ACADEMIC AND/OR conduct basic safety analyses, identify hazardous exam. Professional safety experience must meet the
TRAINING REQUIREMENT SMS RECERTIFICATION situations, and recommend or oversee implementation following criteria to qualify:
of risk reduction measures.
There is no specific academic or training requirement SMSs must remain up-to-date with changes in • Professional safety must be the primary
professional practice by earning and submitting 25 function of the position. Collateral duties in
for the SMS certification.
recertification points every five (5) years. ACADEMIC AND/OR safety are not counted.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT TRAINING REQUIREMENT • The position’s primary responsibility must be

Additional information regarding recertification can be the prevention of harm to people, property, or
All individuals applying for the ASP must have a
To qualify for the SMS, candidates must have 10 years found in the Recertification Guide, located at the environment, rather than responsibility for
bachelor’s degree or higher in any field from an responding to harmful events.
of experience in occupational health or safety with at BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
accredited institution or an associate degree in safety,
least 35% of job tasks related to the management of
* Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices.
health, or the environment. The associate degree • Professional safety functions must be at least
safety-related programs, processes, procedures, and/ ** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time and within 50% of the position duties. BCSP defines
the last 60 days of initial eligibility date. must include at least four (4) courses with at least 12
or personnel. full-time as at least 35 hours per week.
semester hours/18 quarter hours of study in the safety, Part-time safety experience is allowed if the
health, or environmental domains covered in the ASP applicant has the equivalent of at least 900
SMS FEES* and CSP examination blueprints. hours of professional safety work during any
year (75 hours per month or 18 hours per week)
Application Fee: $160.00 There is no waiver of the academic requirement, for which experience credit is sought.
and proof of a minimum qualifying degree must be
Individual Exam Fee: $350.00 • The position must be at a professional level.
provided. For U.S. degrees, BCSP requires the school This is determined by evaluating the degree
Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $600.00 to hold institutional accreditation recognized by the of professional charge by which there is a
Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) reliance of employees, employers, or clients
Exam bundles include an examination authorization, (chea.org) and/or the U.S. Department of Education on the person’s ability to identify, evaluate, and
an online self-assessment, and a second exam control hazards through engineering and/or
(ed.gov). administrative approaches.
Continuing education courses, seminars, and • The position must have breadth of professional
Eligibility Extension Fee**: $100.00 certificate programs are not a substitute for, and do safety duties. This is determined by evaluating
not receive credit toward, the academic requirement. the variety of hazards about which the
Renewal Fee: $170.00 candidate must advise and the range of skills
Unaccredited degrees are a growing concern, involved in recognizing, evaluating, and
controlling hazards.
and some states have laws making it illegal to use
unaccredited degrees. Applicants and certificants
cannot use unaccredited degrees, and the use is a
violation of the BCSP Code of Ethics.
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You will have FIVE (5) hours to complete the ASP
ASP FEES* examination. Examinations are closed book, and OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE &
accessing external reference materials during
your examination is not permitted. For use during
SAFETY TECHNICIAN™
Individual Exam Fee: $350.00 the examination, the testing center will provide
Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $600.00 you with materials for working out calculations
by hand.
an online self-assessment, and a second exam
ASP RECERTIFICATION
Eligibility Extension Fee**: $100.00 ASPs must remain up-to-date with changes in
professional practice by earning and submitting 25 ABOUT
Renewal Fee: $170.00 recertification points every five (5) years. Certificants who hold the OHST may work for private
entities, public entities, government agencies, or
Additional information regarding recertification can be
the military. These organizations may be in oil and
ASP EXAMINATION found in the Recertification Guide, located at
gas extraction, manufacturing, construction, or
BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
The ASP examination contains 200 multiple-choice consultative services for the safety, hygiene, and
items with four (4) possible answers and only one (1) environmental fields. Positions vary from manager level
correct answer. to technician level or consultant. This may be a good
certification as a precursor to higher level industrial
* Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices. hygiene certifications.
ACADEMIC AND/OR
BUND TRAINING REQUIREMENT
E L OHST EXAMINATION
H REDUCE STRESS There is no specific academic or training requirement
• BUY T
for the OHST. The OHST examination contains 200 multiple-

E
WITH A SECOND CHANCE TEST!

A N D S AV
choice items with four (4) possible answers and only

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT one (1) correct answer. You will have FOUR (4) hours
to complete the OHST examination. Examinations
To qualify for the examination, OHST candidates must
are closed book, and accessing external reference
have three (3) years of experience with at least 35%
E
materials during your examination is not permitted.

of primary job duties requiring technical skills and
L
E For use during the examination, the testing center will

A BUND knowledge in occupational hygiene or safety.
provide you with materials for working out calculations
by hand.
OHST FEES*
Application Fee: $140.00 OHST RECERTIFICATION
Individual Exam Fee: $300.00 OHSTs must remain up-to-date with changes in
professional practice by earning and submitting 20
Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $550.00 recertification points every five (5) years.
Exam bundles include an examination authorization, Additional information regarding recertification can
an online self-assessment, and a second exam be found in the Recertification Guide, located at
attempt if the first is unsuccessful. BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
BCSP IS OFFERING AN APPLY TODAY AND SAVE! Eligibility Extension Fee**: $100.00
EXAM BUNDLE!
1 Exam, 1 Self-Assessment,
BCSP.ORG Renewal Fee: $145.00
*2nd exam attempt if the first
& 2nd Exam Attempt* is unsuccessful. * Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices.
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CONSTRUCTION HEALTH &
SAFETY TRAINED SUPERVISOR®
SAFETY TECHNICIAN®
ABOUT Examinations are closed book, and accessing external ABOUT

Most certificants with the CHST are working in building
reference materials during your examination is not
The Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) is intended
STS FEES**
permitted. For use during the examination, the testing
construction or the general contracting sector. Some for leaders at all levels of an organization because Application Fee: $120.00
center will provide you with materials for working out
may also work in the heavy and civil engineering sector. all employees have responsibilities for a safe
calculations by hand. Individual Exam Fee: $185.00
work environment. This certification is intended
for executives, directors, managers, supervisors,
ACADEMIC AND/OR CHST RECERTIFICATION superintendents, and employees. These individuals
Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $325.00
TRAINING REQUIREMENT CHSTs must remain up-to-date with changes in may not have safety as a primary duty, but their Exam bundles include an examination authorization,
There is no specific academic or training requirement professional practice by earning and submitting 20 knowledge of safety practices ensures safer and an online self-assessment, and a second exam
for the CHST. recertification points every five (5) years. healthier worksites, and their competency attempt if the first is unsuccessful.
strengthens the foundation of safety in the
Additional information regarding recertification can be Eligibility Extension Fee***: $100.00
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT found in the Recertification Guide, located at
organization. The STS sets standard baseline
knowledge across the organization.
To qualify for the examination, CHST candidates Renewal Fee: $70.00
must have three (3) years of experience with at least
35% of primary job duties involving safety, health, * Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices. ACADEMIC AND/OR
and environmental practice related to the
** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time and within
the last 60 days of initial eligibility date. TRAINING REQUIREMENT STS EXAMINATION
construction industry. All individuals applying for the STS must have The STS examination contains 100 multiple-choice
completed 30 hours of formal safety and health items with four (4) possible answers and only one
CHST FEES* training through a single course or multiple training (1) correct answer. You will have TWO (2) hours to
courses. Appropriate training includes any safety and complete the STS examination. Examinations are
Application Fee: $140.00 health courses, conferences, or internal company closed book, and accessing external reference
training, to name a few examples. materials during your examination is not permitted.
Individual Exam Fee: $300.00 For use during the examination, the testing center
Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $550.00 EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT will provide you with materials for working out
calculations by hand.
STS candidates must have either:
• two (2) years of supervisory experience;* OR
an online self-assessment, and a second exam STS RECERTIFICATION
• four (4) years of work experience in any industry;* STSs must remain up-to-date with changes in
OR professional practice by earning and submitting three
• an associate degree or higher in occupational (3) points (30 hours) of safety and health courses or
Renewal Fee: $145.00 safety, risk management, or construction earning the STSC, CIT, CHST, OHST, ASP, SMS, or CSP,
management; OR every five (5) years.
CHST EXAMINATION • completion of a two (2) year trade or union Additional information regarding recertification can be
training program/apprenticeship.
The CHST examination contains 200 multiple-choice found in the Recertification Guide, located at
items with four (4) possible answers and only one BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
(1) correct answer. You will have FOUR (4) hours to
complete the CHST examination.
* Work experience must be a minimum part-time [18 hrs/week] to qualify.

** Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices.
*** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time and within the last 60 days of initial eligibility date.
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SAFETY TRAINED SUPERVISOR
CERTIFIED INSTRUCTIONAL TRAINER
CONSTRUCTION®
ABOUT ABOUT CIT EXAMINATION

The Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC) is
STSC FEES** Most certificants who hold the CIT work for a private The CIT examination contains 100 multiple-choice
intended for leaders at all levels of an organization Application Fee: $120.00 or public entity (i.e., government department, public items with four (4) possible answers and only one
because all employees have responsibilities for a safe agency, or military). Safety training at this level (1) correct answer. You will have TWO (2) hours to
construction work environment. This certification is virtually in every industry including petroleum complete the CIT examination. Examinations are
is intended for executives, directors, managers, Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $325.00 production and refining, and construction. A CIT may closed book, and accessing external reference
supervisors, superintendents, and employees. These hold positions at the manager, director, technician, or materials during your examination is not permitted.
individuals may not have safety as a primary duty, but Exam bundles include an examination authorization, supervisory level and may have other duties in addition For use during the examination, the testing center will
their knowledge of safety practices ensures safer and an online self-assessment, and a second exam to training. provide you with materials for working out
healthier worksites, and their competency strengthens attempt if the first is unsuccessful. calculations by hand.
the foundation of safety in the organization.
Eligibility Extension Fee***: $100.00
ACADEMIC AND/OR
The STSC sets standard baseline knowledge across
TRAINING REQUIREMENT CIT RECERTIFICATION
the organization.
Renewal Fee: $70.00 CITs must remain up-to-date with changes in
CIT candidates must list 135 hours of teaching,
training, or development in any safety, health, and professional practice by earning and submitting 20
ACADEMIC AND/OR recertification points every five (5) years. A minimum
environmental specialty.
TRAINING REQUIREMENT STSC EXAMINATION of 2.8 of those points must be in teaching, developing,
All individuals applying for the STSC must have The STSC examination contains 100 multiple-choice and/or attending courses on instructional techniques.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
completed 30 hours of formal safety and health items with four (4) possible answers and only one (1)
There is no specific experience requirement Additional information regarding recertification can be
training through a single course or multiple training correct answer. You will have TWO (2) hours to complete
for the CIT. found in the Recertification Guide, located at
courses. Appropriate training includes any safety and the STSC examination. Examinations are closed book,
health courses, conferences, or internal company and accessing external reference materials during
training, to name a few. your examination is not permitted. For use during the CIT FEES*
examination, the testing center will provide you with
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT materials for working out calculations by hand.
STSC candidates must have either:
STSC RECERTIFICATION Exam Bundle Fee (optional): $500.00
• two (2) years of supervisory experience;* OR
STSCs must remain up-to-date with changes in
• four (4) years of work experience related to professional practice by earning and submitting three Exam bundles include an examination authorization,
construction;* OR (3) points (30 hours) of safety and health courses or an online self-assessment, and a second exam
earning the STS, CIT, CHST, OHST, ASP, SMS, or CSP, attempt if the first is unsuccessful.
• an associate degree or higher in occupational
safety, risk management, or construction every five (5) years.
management; OR
Additional information regarding recertification can be
• completion of a two (2) year trade or union Renewal Fee: $145.00
found in the Recertification Guide, located at
training program/apprenticeship. BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/Recertification.
* Work experience must be a minimum part-time [18 hrs/week] to qualify.

** Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices. * Please visit the BCSP website for the most current prices.
*** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time and within the last 60 days of initial eligibility date. ** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time and within the last 60 days of initial eligibility date.
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DISCIPLINARY ACTION MOVING BEYOND THE
SECTION BCSP has a disciplinary action policy. Disciplinary DESIGNATION
actions may include any of the following:
Qualifying for the CSP Examination
• Reject or suspend an application
• Terminate or suspend a candidate’s eligibility CSP candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and
four (4) years professional safety experience to sit for
• Issue a reprimand the CSP exam. Professional safety experience must
• Suspend, refuse to renew, or revoke the meet the following criteria to qualify:
credential(s)
• Professional safety must be the primary function
• Terminate or suspend any status with BCSP of the position. Collateral duties in safety are not
counted.
The Disciplinary Action Policy is located at BCSP. • The position’s primary responsibility must be
ORG/About/Policies-Forms and provides detailed the prevention of harm to people, property, or
procedures for bringing charges and for hearings the environment, rather than responsibility for
related to disciplinary charges. responding to harmful events.
• Professional safety functions must be at least
D E S I G N AT I O N S
ANNUAL RENEWAL FEES 50% of the position duties. BCSP defines full-time
as at least 35 hours per week. Part-time safety
Attaining a designation requires paying an annual experience is allowed if the applicant has the
renewal fee. The current annual renewal fees are listed equivalent of at least 900 hours of professional
at BCSP.ORG/Safety-Certifications/At-A-Glance. safety work during any year (75 hours per month
or 18 hours per week) for which experience credit
Other fees may apply upon achieving a designation. is sought.
WHAT IS A DESIGNATION? MAINTAINING YOUR MAILING For example, individuals who pay their annual renewal • The position must be at a professional level.
fee late may incur a late charge or a reinstatement fee This is determined by evaluating the degree of
A designation is a credential that signifies an individual’s AND EMAIL ADDRESS if BCSP has acted to terminate the designation. professional charge by which there is a reliance of
path towards the CSP by meeting the CSP eligibility As a designation holder, you are solely responsible to employees, employers, or clients on the person’s
requirement of holding a BCSP qualified credential. keep BCSP informed of your current mailing and email If you become unemployed and are unable to pay ability to identify, evaluate, and control hazards
through engineering and/or administrative
addresses. If either address changes, you must update your annual renewal fee, you may request a one-time
Designations are not certifications; however, the approaches.
it through My Profile or notify BCSP. You may lose  waiver of the annual renewal fee through a hardship
application process is the same. Begin an application
the designation if annual renewal notices and other request, which can submitted at a link provided in the • The position must have breadth of professional
through My Profile at BCSP.ORG. safety duties. This is determined by evaluating
important information does not reach you. annual renewal email notice you receive.
the variety of hazards about which the candidate
BCSP offers two designations, the Graduate Safety must advise and the range of skills involved in
Practitioner® (GSP®) and the Transitional Safety PROTECTING DESIGNATIONS recognizing, evaluating, and controlling hazards.
Practitioner (TSP). This chapter will go over both
designations in detail and tell you how to obtain them.
AND BCSP CREDENTIALS Once the above criteria are met for the CSP, candidates
BCSP acts to challenge those who use designations can proceed to the online application process as
and credentials without authority from BCSP. Penalties explained in Chapter 3.
RETAINING A DESIGNATION may include being barred from pursuing BCSP
The following conditions will result in the loss of a certifications and publishing the names of violators.
designation:
A directory of those holding certifications from BCSP,
• Failure to pay an annual renewal fee
and those who have used BCSP designations without
• Failure to complete the CSP within the 6-year authority, appear at BCSP.ORG.
time limit
• Violating the BCSP Code of Ethics (see the Code

of Ethics at the end of this publication)
• Once a designation is lost, it cannot be obtained

again or applied toward the CSP
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Make the most GRADUATE SAFETY PRACTITIONER®
of YOUR degree
PURPOSE OF THE GSP PROGRAM GSP QUALIFICATIONS
The GSP Program recognizes an academic program • You must have graduated from a current QAP
during its “Applicable Dates.” A full list of QAPs
in safety, health, and environment practice that meets
eligible to participate in the GSP program is
specific standards in preparing its graduates for entry located at BCSP.ORG/GSP.
into, or advancement in, professional safety practice.
• You must fill out a GSP application through
QUALIFIED ACADEMIC PROGRAM My Profile at BCSP.ORG.
• You must upload a copy of your official transcript

A Qualified Academic Program (QAP) is an academic with degree awarded and date conferred.
degree program in safety, health, and environmental
practices meeting BCSP standards for participation • Completion of the Agreement and Validation
in the GSP program. Currently, BCSP defines a QAP as a Form which acknowledges truthful information
has been provided, informing BCSP of any criminal
bachelor’s or master’s degree program in safety, health,
convictions or unethical behavior, and agreeing to
and/or environmental practice whose curriculum has adhere to the BCSP Code of Ethics).
been determined to be a substantial match to the ASP
examination blueprint by BCSP.
GSP TIME LIMITS
• Those holding the GSP designation must meet the
GSP BENEFITS experience requirements and apply for the CSP
within six (6) years of receiving the GSP.
You meet the CSP eligibility requirement of
• Those graduating from a QAP must apply for the
holding a BCSP qualified credential, waiving the GSP within the program’s “Applicable Dates” as
ASP and its exam. noted on the GSP QAP List. The QAP List can be
found at BCSP.ORG/GSP.
Recognition for being on a path toward the
• Once a GSP has applied for and becomes eligible
CSP certification
for the CSP, they must then meet the time limits
associated with the CSP certification.
Recognition for being on a path toward the

STS and STSC certifications • Once a GSP has achieved the CSP, the GSP
designation expires.
Recognition for the level of preparation for
• GSPs must maintain active status until the CSP is
professional safety practice achieved.
A wall certificate • GSP candidates who lose their GSP status will
have to achieve the ASP certification or another
BCSP qualified credential to qualify for the CSP
GSPs’ and TSPs’ names and digital badges appear certification, and cannot reapply for the GSP.

on the BCSP Credential Holder Directory.
Use of the BCSP Career Center (JOBS.BCSP.ORG) GSP FEES*

to post a resume and view career options Application Fee: $25.00
FAST TRACK TO THE CSP ®

Use of the BCSP Mentor Program to support the

pursuit of safety certification Renewal Fee: $140.00
** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time.
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TRANSITIONAL SAFETY PRACTITIONER
Utilize YOUR
PURPOSE OF THE TSP PROGRAM
The TSP Program recognizes a safety, health, and
TSP QUALIFICATIONS
• You must have obtained a credential from a
current QEP during its “Applicable Dates.” A full list
skills and training
environmental (SH&E) program that meets specific
of QEPs eligible to participate in the TSP program
standards in preparing individuals for entry into, or is located at BCSP.ORG/TSP.
advancement in, professional safety practice.
• You must fill out a TSP application through
My Profile at BCSP.ORG.
QUALIFIED EQUIVALENT
PROGRAM • You must upload a copy of your official credential
and the date it was awarded.
A Qualified Equivalent Program (QEP) is a curriculum-
based certificate, diploma, or international degree • Completion of the Agreement and Validation
Form which acknowledges truthful information
program in SH&E practices meeting the criteria and has been provided, informing BCSP of any criminal
standards set by BCSP for demonstrating a substantial convictions or unethical behavior, and agreeing
match to the Associate Safety Professional (ASP) to adhere to BCSP’s Code of Ethics).
examination blueprint.
TSP TIME LIMITS
TSP BENEFITS • Applicants for the TSP designation must apply
within the program’s “Applicable Dates” as noted
You meet the CSP eligibility requirement of on the TSP QEP list. The QEP list can be found at
BCSP.ORG/TSP.
holding a BCSP qualified credential, waiving the
ASP and its exam.
• Those holding the TSP must apply for and meet
the education and experience requirements for
Recognition for being on a path toward the the CSP within six (6) years of receiving the TSP.

CSP certification
• TSPs must maintain an active status until the CSP
Recognition for the level of preparation for is achieved.

professional safety practice • Once a TSP has applied for and becomes eligible
for the CSP, they must meet the time limits
A wall certificate associated with the CSP certification.

• Once a TSP has achieved the CSP, the TSP
GSPs’ and TSPs’ names and digital badges appear designation expires.

on the BCSP Credential Holder Directory. • TSPs who lose their TSP status will have to achieve
the ASP certification or another CSP qualified
Use of the BCSP Career Center (JOBS.BCSP.ORG) credential to qualify for the CSP and cannot
reapply for the TSP.
to post a resume and view career options
Use of the BCSP Mentor Program to support the TSP FEES*

pursuit of safety certification Application Fee: $25.00
Renewal Fee: $140.00
FAST TRACK TO THE CSP ®
** Valid for an additional year of eligibility. Available only one time.
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POLICY
This code sets for th the code of ethics and professional standards to be obser ved by anyone
holding status with Board of Cer tified Safety Professionals (applicant, candidate or credential
holder). Those holding status with the Board of Cer tified Safety Professionals shall, in their
professional activities, sustain and advance the integrity, honor, and prestige of the profession
by adhering to these standards.
STANDARDS
1. HOLD paramount the safety and health of 5. REPRESENT academic and professional
people, the protection of the environment and qualifications accurately. Represent degree
of proper ty in the per formance of professional of responsibility in or for the subject matter
duties and exercise their obligation to advise in prior assignments accurately. Represent
employers, clients, employees, the public, per tinent facts accurately when presenting
and appropriate authorities of danger and qualifications, experience, or other information
unacceptable risks to people, the environment, for solicitation of employment including facts
or proper ty. about employers, employees, associates, or
past accomplishments.
2. BE honest, fair, and impar tial; act with
responsibility and integrity. Adhere to high 6. CONDUCT their professional relations by
standards of ethical conduct with balanced the highest standards of integrity and avoid
care for the interests of the public, employers, compromise of their professional judgment
clients, employees, colleagues and the by conflicts of interest. When becoming
profession. Avoid all conduct or practice that aware of professional misconduct by another
is likely to discredit the profession or deceive holding status with the Board of Cer tified
the public. Safety Professionals, take steps to bring that
misconduct to the attention of the Board of
3. ISSUE public statements only in an objective Cer tified Safety Professionals.
and truthful manner and only when founded
upon knowledge of the facts and competence in 7. ACT in a manner free of bias, discrimination or
the subject matter. harassment on the basis of race, color, religion
(creed), gender, gender expression, age,
4. UNDER TAKE assignments only when national origin (ancestr y), disability, marital
qualified by education or experience in the status, sexual orientation, veteran status or
specific field(s) involved. Accept responsibility any characteristic protected by the law of the
for continued professional development applicable jurisdiction.
by acquiring and maintaining competence
through continuing education, experience, and 8. SEEK oppor tunities to be of constructive
professional training, and keeping current on ser vice in civic af fairs and work for the
relevant legal issues. advancement of the safety, health and well-being
of their community and their profession by
sharing their knowledge and skills.
Approved by the BCSP Board of Directors, October 2002

Approved by the BCSP Board of Directors January 1, 2023
Revised: November 1, 2012 with an Ef fective Date of Januar y 1, 2013 for all BCSP credentials
©2023 Board Revised: March
of Certified 26, 2020
Safety Professionals
Revised: November 4, 2022; with an ef fective date of Januar y 1, 2023
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A Complete Guide to Safety Certification

© Board of Certified Safety Professionals SECTION 8

ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION

CERTIFICATION EXAM PREP CERTIFIED SAFETY PROFESSIONAL®

ONLINE OR IN-PERSON. covering a wide range of safety, health, and

Below is a quick overview of the process,

INTRODUCTION DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY

BCSP CERTIFICATIONS HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

• All felony convictions advisor assist you today.

5 APPLICATION AGREEMENT AND

• Engage in unethical, unprofessional, or disruptive

• I nform BCSP of mailing or email address changes,

CREDENTIAL FEES KEEPING THE WORKPLACE SAFE.

RECERTIFICATION BCSP certifications create a unified safety culture

The best safety cultures require safety competency

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT TRAINING REQUIREMENT • The position’s primary responsibility must be

for the OHST. The OHST examination contains 200 multiple-

WITH A SECOND CHANCE TEST!

choice items with four (4) possible answers and only

materials during your examination is not permitted.

E For use during the examination, the testing center will

ABOUT Examinations are closed book, and accessing external ABOUT

* Work experience must be a minimum part-time [18 hrs/week] to qualify.

ABOUT ABOUT CIT EXAMINATION

* Work experience must be a minimum part-time [18 hrs/week] to qualify.

• Professional safety functions must be at least

• Violating the BCSP Code of Ethics (see the Code

• Once a designation is lost, it cannot be obtained

• You must upload a copy of your official transcript

Use of the BCSP Career Center (JOBS.BCSP.ORG) GSP FEES*

Eligibility Extension Fee**: $100.00

FAST TRACK TO THE CSP ®

Use of the BCSP Mentor Program to support the TSP FEES*

Eligibility Extension Fee**: $100.00

Approved by the BCSP Board of Directors, October 2002

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• I nform BCSP of mailing or email address changes,

* Work experience must be a minimum part-time [18 hrs/week] to qualify.

* Work experience must be a minimum part-time [18 hrs/week] to qualify.