Take charge of workplace safety and make a difference in your organization! Prevent costly safety violations and improve workplace safety culture with the Workplace Safety Specialist Certificate, a hands-on, practical training designed for individuals entering the workplace safety field or transitioning into roles such as safety officers or safety managers, as well as supervisors, managers, and HR personnel with safety responsibilities.
Get equipped with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to create safer workplaces and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Over three engaging sessions, we'll explore the most commonly cited and misunderstood safety rules, learn to develop written safety programs and implement effective PPE practices, and discover strategies for fostering a safety-driven culture through leadership. The course culminates in a live virtual facility audit, where you will apply your new knowledge by identifying potential hazards and discussing actionable improvements.
By the end of the course, you'll be ready to lead safety initiatives, ensure compliance, and build a culture of safety that lasts. Plus, you'll earn a non-credit credential that you can add to your resume and a certificate of completion that verifies your new knowledge and skills.
Session 1: Written Safety Plans and PPE
Learn to create required written safety programs, understand PPE requirements, and explore permit necessities for specialized work.
Session 2: OSHA Essentials
Master the most commonly cited OSHA rules, uncover frequent audit pitfalls, and learn strategies to ensure compliance.
Session 3: Safety Leadership in Action
Participate in a live virtual facility audit, discover leadership strategies to enhance safety culture, and gain actionable insights to align teams with safety goals.
Course Outcomes
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify and interpret the most commonly cited OSHA rules and regulations.
- Recognize frequent safety audit findings and understand strategies to address them.
- Develop written safety programs and implement proper PPE protocols to meet regulatory requirements.
- Conduct a facility audit to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.
- Apply leadership strategies to foster a culture of safety and align teams with safety goals.
- Understand the role of front-line leaders in driving safety outcomes and use tools to engage them effectively.
- Earn a non-credit credential and certificate of completion that verifies your new knowledgbe and skills.
About the Instructors
Terry Weston is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT), and Workplace Safety Consultant at South Central College - Customized Workforce Education. He has over 20 years of experience providing safety training and consultation working with Safety Managers in all industries. Terry is also an authorized OSHA Outreach instructor for Construction and General Industry (OSHA 500 series) and a Master Trainer in the Community College Consortium for Health and Safety Training.
Terry Meschke is an Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT), and Master Trainer in the Community College Consortium for Health and Safety Training. He has provided trainings and consultations for organizations as a Workplace Safety Consultant at South Central College - Customized Workforce Education for over 20 years. Terry is also an authorized OSHA Outreach instructor for Construction and General Industry (OSHA 500 series) and an expert trainer in fall protection, confined space entry and rescue, excavation, and HAZWOPER.
