ABOUT:
The Certified Safety Director (CSD)® program signifies a high level of expertise within the safety profession. It equips safety specialists with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and manage comprehensive safety programs across entire facilities or corporations. CSDs play a crucial role in shaping organizational and social safety contexts, holding significant influence with senior management.
CERTIFYING BODY: National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP®)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of safety management principles and practices.
- Master the ability to lead and manage safety programs within organizations.
- Acquire advanced knowledge of safety-related disciplines such as ergonomics, environmental health, and process safety.
- Enhance skills in risk assessment, incident investigation, and emergency preparedness.
- Develop expertise in safety communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership.
- Understand the legal and regulatory framework governing occupational safety and health.
- Apply financial management principles to safety programs and demonstrate cost-benefit analysis.
- Foster a strong safety culture and drive organizational change.
- Demonstrate ethical leadership and professional conduct.
- Prepare for and successfully pass the CSD certification exam.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Format: 150 multiple-choice questions
- Delivery: Closed-book, proctored exam (online or in-person)
- Time Limit: 3 hours
RECERTIFICATION:
- To maintain the CSD® credential, holders must earn 1.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) annually for a total of 4.8 CEUs over the three-year cycle.
- Recertification fees apply.
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Curriculum
- 10 Sections
- 44 Lessons
- 40 Hours
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- Foundation in Safety and Health5
- Leadership and Management5
- Advanced Safety Management5
- Business Continuity and Resilience5
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance4
- Financial Management and Business Case4
- Advanced Risk Management4
- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement4
- Leadership and Influence4
- Ethics and Professionalism4
Requirements
- Track 1: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) or Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) with two years of experience.
- Track 2: Bachelor's degree in any field with three years of experience.
- Track 3: Associate's degree with four years of experience.
- Track 4: High school diploma with five years of experience.
Target audiences
- Safety & Health Managers
- Safety & Health Directors
- Safety & Health Corporate Managers/Directors
- All Engineering Disciplines with a focus on safety
- Individuals aspiring to leadership roles in safety management