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Certificate ProgramsPacific Northwest osha educatioN ceNter

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Certificate ProgramsThe Pacific Northwest OSHA Education Center offers seven safety and health certificate programs for employees in a variety of industries. whether you are an experienced safety professional looking for specialization, or new to the field of occupational safety and health, we have a certificate program for you.

Each certificate has up to seven required courses selected by industry experts and our experienced instructors. Advanced certificate programs include elective courses, allowing you to tailor your education to your workplace or career goals. Our certificate programs prepare graduates for a successful career in occupational safety and health by providing the most up-to-date content, best practices from recognized industry leaders, and a strong foundation in osha policies and procedures.

to apply✓ Visit osha.washington.edu/certificate-programs

✓ pay the $95 application fee

✓ Submit your safety experience form if required for your program

✓ register for courses

About usThe Pacific Northwest OSHA Education Center has provided the highest quality safety and health training to individuals in Washington, Oregon, idaho, and alaska since 1995, and is the only osha-authorized training center in region 10. our expert instructors provide engaging standards-based, OSHA-authorized training designed to reduce and prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. Students gain skills and competence in OSHA policies and procedures, and best practices for safety and health in their workplace.

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Benefits of an OSHA Safety & Health Certificate ✓ Advance your career with marketable skills and knowledge, such as

the ability to develop injury and illness prevention programs and provide cost effective solutions

✓ Create a safer workplace environment for yourself, your employees, and your co-workers

✓ Choose elective courses that fit the needs of your workplace and career goals

✓ Gain confidence and knowledge about OSHA standards and best practices from the only osha-authorized training center in the region

✓ Apply your previously completed OSHA courses towards certificate completion, and receive discounts on any courses taken after graduation

for more information or to register for a course see:

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Are you just starting out in the field of health and safety? The three certificates listed on pages 4–5 do not require previous experience.

Occupational Hygiene Awareness Certificate 138 contact hours; 13.8 ceUs

for individuals interested or involved in industrial hygiene, and those responsible for worker health. Provides a basic framework for exposure assessment and control methods and osha regulations. essential for those new to the occupational safety and health field who have been assigned duties in worker health or have industrial hygiene technical responsibilities.

Required Coursesosha 511 osha standards for General industry osha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygiene osha 2015 hazardous Materials osha 2225 respiratory protection osha 2255 principles of ergonomicsOSHA 2264 Permit-Required Confined Space Entry

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Certificates—No Experience Required

Safety & Health Leadership Certificate: Construction 92 contact hours; 9.2 ceUs

Intended for those with supervisory or leadership responsibilities in the construction industry. provides general information on the safety and health regulatory framework in construction.

Required Courses osha 510 osha standards for construction osha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygiene OSHA 7500 Introduction to Safety & Health Management OSHA 7845 Recordkeeping Rule sUper supervisory safety and health Duties

Elective Courses (select 1)first aid/cpr (or current card) osha 7505 introduction to incident (accident) investigation

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Safety & Health Leadership Certificate: General industry 92 contact hours; 9.2 ceUs

Intended for those with supervisory or leadership responsibilities in general industry. provides general information on the safety and health regulatory framework in general industry.

Required Coursesosha 511 osha standards for General industry osha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygiene OSHA 7500 Introduction to Safety & Health Management OSHA 7845 Recordkeeping Rule sUper supervisory safety and health Duties

Elective Courses (select 1)first aid/cpr (or current card) osha 7505 introduction to incident (accident) investigation

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for more information or to register for a course see:

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We offer four advanced safety & health specialist certificates—in construction, general industry, maritime, and emergency response. They are listed on pages 6–9.

Construction Safety & Health Specialist Certificate 138–144 contact hours; 13.8–14.4 CEUs, depending on electives chosen

The purpose of this certificate is to provide a grounding in regulations relevant to the construction industry for advanced health and safety practitioners. This coursework prepares professionals to become authorized osha outreach trainers for osha 10- and 30-hour construction safety training.

Applicants must have a least five years of construction safety experience.

Required Coursesosha 510 osha standards for construction osha 500 trainer course in osha standards for construction osha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygiene OSHA 3015 Excavation, Trenching & Soil Mechanics osha 3115 fall protection

Elective Courses (select 1) OSHA 2264 Permit-Required Confined Space Entry osha 3095 electrical standards osha 2055 cranes in construction

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General Industry Safety & Health Specialist Certificate 170–176 contact hours; 14.4–15 CEUs, depending on electives chosen

The purpose of this certificate is to provide a grounding in regulations relevant to general industry for advanced safety and health practitioners. This coursework prepares professionals to become authorized OSHA outreach trainers for osha 10- and 30-hour General industry safety training.

Applicants must have at least five years of general industry safety experience.

Required Coursesosha 511 osha standards for General industryosha 501 trainer course in osha standards for General industryosha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygieneOSHA 2045 Machinery & Machinery Guarding StandardsOSHA 2264 Permit-Required Confined Space Entry

Elective Courses (select 1) osha 2015 hazardous Materialsosha 2225 respiratory protectionosha 2255 principles of ergonomics

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Maritime Safety & Health Specialist Certificate 138–144 contact hours; 13.8–14.4 CEUs, depending on elective chosen

Our Maritime Safety & Health Specialist Certificate is for individuals interested in gaining expertise in maritime industry safety and health and taking a key set of skills to their place of employment. individuals who complete the certificate program will be authorized as a Maritime industry outreach trainer to conduct the 10- and 30-hour courses for Shipyard Employment, Marine Terminals, or Longshoring operations.

Applicants must have 3 years industry experience in ship repairing, shipbuilding, shipbreaking, marine terminals, or longshoring AND 2 years safety and health experience in any industry.

Required CoursesOSHA 5410 OSHA Standards for the Maritime IndustryOSHA 5400 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for the Maritime industryosha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygieneOSHA 2264 Permit-Required Confined Space Entryosha 3115 fall protection

Elective Courses (select 1) osha 2255 principles of ergonomicsosha 2225 respiratory protectionosha 3095 electrical standards

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Advanced Certificates

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Emergency Safety Specialist Certificate 125.5 to 136.5 contact hours depending on courses chosen; 12.5 to 13.6 ceU

This certificate program provides a solid foundation in safety for Safety Officers, Assistant Safety Officers, and other positions in an incident command structure. This certificate program is intended to augment training taken through feMa in order to provide the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure the safety of workers participating in all phases of an incident response.

Applicants must complete IS-100.b, IS-200.b, and IS-700.a through https://training.fema.gov/is/crslist.aspx prior to enrolling in the final Emergency Safety Officer Course. Note: FEMA courses can be taken online.

Required CoursesGeneral standards course, select one of:

osha 510 osha standards for constructionosha 511 osha standards for General industryOSHA 5410 OSHA Standards for the Maritime Industryosha 6000 collateral Duty course for other federal agencies

osha 521 osha Guide to industrial hygieneosha 7505 introduction to incident (accident) investigationemergency safety Officer course

Elective Courses (choose 3)this program has an extensive selection of electives, please visit osha.washington.edu/certificate-programs for a full list of options.

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What are the standards for admission to the certificate programs? Participants must currently hold, or be seeking, a position that includes some responsibility for health and safety in construction, general industry, maritime, or emergency response. Some programs require 5 years of experience.

How much does it cost?Prices for individual courses vary. Discounts are available for government employees, osha employees, full-time college or vocational school students, and individuals who attend courses in groups of 2 or more."

In what order should I take classes?Most certificates have no required order for enrolling in courses. However, for students new to safety, we recommend taking OSHA 510 or OSHA 511 first, as they are a good introduction to OSHA Standards. Trainer courses have prerequisites (i.e., OSHA 510 must be taken prior to OSHA 500). Keep this in mind when enrolling in an advanced program.

What constitutes successful completion of courses?The individual courses have graded tests or activities that must be passed with an 80% score or better. In order to receive credit for a course, participants must be present for the entire duration of the course.

How long does it take to complete certificate requirements?Participants can complete a certificate in as little as one year. However, once you start a certificate program, you have three years to complete all courses. Certificates do not expire.

Can courses I have already taken count toward the certificate?Courses that have been taken at an OSHA-authorized training center within 4 years of your application date can be counted toward a certificate.

Can I take courses from other training agencies?Up to two OSHA-numbered courses from other OSHA Education Centers can be applied to your certificate. The course(s) must be completed within the four-year deadline, and our office must receive a copy of your certificate of completion for the course(s) in order for you to receive credit toward the certificate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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May I substitute similar training for one of the certificate courses?No, we do not allow substitutions for program courses.

Can I apply for more than one certificate?Yes, you can. Required courses that have already been completed for another certificate do not need to be repeated. However, electives cannot be counted toward more than one certificate.

Can I get college credit for the courses I’ve taken?At this time, the University of Washington does not offer college credit for osha courses.

Where is my transcript kept?The Pacific Northwest OSHA Education Center keeps student records, course tests, and transcripts on file in our offices. You can also access your current course schedule, including courses completed, via your online account at osha.washington.edu.

Can I apply my courses and certificate to ABIH for Certificate Maintenance Points?american Board of industrial Hygiene Certification Maintenance and Certified Safety Professional Refresher Points can be obtained for OSHA courses. Please view ABIH and/or BCSP websites for credit criteria.

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Other Professional Development Courses

In addition to the Pacific Northwest OSHA Education Center, the UW Department of environmental and occupational health sciences (Deohs) continuing education programs provide other professional development opportunities for industrial hygienists, safety professionals, environmental health professionals, and occupational and environmental health physicians and nurses. for a full listing of our courses, go to osha.washington.edu or call 206-543-1069. For more information about the Department of environmental and occupational health sciences: deohs.washington.edu.

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Now that you’re ready to apply, what’s next?

✓ Visit osha.washington.edu/certificate-programs

✓ pay the $95 application fee, and submit your safety experience information if required.

We’re happy to help! Contact our staff.

Pacific Northwest OSHA education centercall: 206-685-3089 or 800-326-7568 E-Mail: ce@uw.edusocial: @UwDeohsce

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