Construction Health and Safety Technician® (CHST®) Certification
About Course
The Construction Health and Safety Technician® (CHST®) certification, offered by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), recognizes expertise in construction safety management. It covers critical areas such as hazard identification, risk assessment, safety program implementation, and regulatory compliance specific to the construction industry. To earn the CHST®, candidates must meet specific education and experience requirements and pass a comprehensive exam. This certification enhances career prospects by validating specialized knowledge and skills, preparing professionals to effectively manage and improve safety practices on construction sites, thereby reducing accidents, ensuring worker safety, and promoting a culture of safety within construction projects.
Course Content
Module 1- Construction Hazard Identification & Control
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Lesson 1 – Hierarchy of Hazard Controls
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Lesson 2 – Hazard Identification & Analysis Methods for Safety Professionals
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Lesson 3 – What Is System Safety Analysis? – Definition & Steps
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Lesson 4 – System Safety Analysis Techniques
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Lesson 5 – Enhancing Safety With Design: Criteria & Regulations
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Lesson 6 – What Is Industrial Hygiene? – Definition & OSHA Standards
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Lesson 7 – Engineering Controls | Definition, Importance & Examples
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Lesson 8 – Hierarchy of Controls | Definition & Examples
Module 2- Construction Workplace Hazards & Mitigation
Module 3- Workplace Health Hazards in Construction
Module 4- Ergonomic Principles in Construction
Module 5- Emergency Preparedness in Construction
MOdule 6- Fire Prevention & Protection
Module 7- Developing & Implementing a Health & Safety Program
Module 8- Communication, Training & Informational Sources in Construction
Module 9- Construction Laws & Ethics
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