OSHA offers customized training courses for workplace safety certification in areas such as emergency response, construction safety, and hazardous materials management. Courses can be taken online or in-person at approved education centers or through the OSHA Extension Training Program. Trainers can also obtain certification through the Extension Training Program.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) administers training courses that individuals can complete to obtain an OSHA certification. Courses cover a variety of topics related to safety in the workplace and are customized by specialty. Certification is available in areas such as disaster site and emergency response, construction safety and health, and hazardous materials management.
To obtain OSHA certification, it is best to contact the OSHA Department of Driving and Training. Training courses leading to certification are provided by the OSHA Training Institute, OSHA Training Institute-approved Education Centers, and the OSHA Extension Training Program. Education centers are located in various areas. Each location administers specific courses and certifications.
Courses can be taken online or in a physical classroom. The online course format allows individuals wishing to become certified to browse a catalog and sort by subject area and course title. Each course listing has a description that explains the type of security training to be covered, along with the duration and price of the course. Some course descriptions also indicate whether the material is available in a classroom format from the OSHA Training Institute.
Individuals who need to obtain a specific OSHA certification and located near an approved educational center may wish to refer to OSHA’s degree and certification information. Courses required for certification are listed, along with elective requirements. Registration is done through OSHA.
Extension trainers are another way that individuals can obtain OSHA certification. Depending on the location and type of certification required, a list of available courses can be purchased from an OSHA Training Institute Education Center. You will need to provide the education center with your desired geographic region and training area, as well as a method of contact.
There are also OSHA approved online training sources that the agency provides to interested individuals. It is best to contact OSHA directly for the list of approved vendors before conducting your own research. This ensures that the training you receive is valid and will lead to actual certification.
The OSHA Extension Training Program is designed for those who wish to teach the training courses. This type of OSHA certification consists of three separate programs covering construction sites and general industry, marine industry, and disasters. Upon completion of programs, trainers are certified to teach 10-, 16-, or 30-hour courses covering a variety of industry-specific health and safety topics.
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