ABOUT:
The Master Safety Professional (MSP)® designation recognizes individuals with advanced safety expertise. MSPs are instrumental in developing and implementing comprehensive safety programs across entire facilities or corporations. They hold significant influence with senior management and play a crucial role in shaping organizational and social safety contexts.
CERTIFYING BODY: National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP®)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Level I: Foundational Knowledge
- Understand core safety and health principles and practices.
- Demonstrate knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Master risk assessment and management methodologies.
- Acquire proficiency in incident investigation and reporting.
- Develop effective safety communication and training strategies.
Level II: Leadership and Management
- Apply strategic planning principles to develop and implement safety programs.
- Lead organizational change to foster a strong safety culture.
- Master performance measurement and benchmarking techniques.
- Develop skills in safety program evaluation and improvement.
- Build and lead high-performing safety teams.
Level III: Advanced Safety and Health
- Acquire in-depth knowledge of specialized safety areas (ergonomics, environmental health, process safety).
- Master advanced risk management techniques and strategies.
- Develop expertise in emergency preparedness and response.
- Understand the role of safety in business continuity and resilience.
- Apply safety knowledge to complex organizational challenges.
Level IV: Leadership and Influence
- Demonstrate strategic leadership and decision-making in safety.
- Build strong relationships and partnerships with stakeholders.
- Master crisis communication and stakeholder engagement.
- Drive organizational change through safety initiatives.
- Uphold ethical conduct and professional standards.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Format: 150 multiple-choice questions
- Delivery: Closed-book, proctored exam
- Time Limit: 3 hours
- Exam Blueprint details the specific content areas covered (link provided in the full description)
RECERTIFICATION:
To maintain the MSP® credential, holders must:
- Earn 1.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) annually for a total of 4.8 CEUs over the three-year cycle.
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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 and Health Topics5
- 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
- Education: Possess a bachelor's degree or higher, or an associate's degree or high school diploma with equivalent work experience.
- Experience: Accumulate a specific number of years of professional safety experience based on education level (refer to the MSP Eligibility Track for details).
- Current Role: Hold a safety-focused position with at least 50% of responsibilities dedicated to safety.
- Qualified Credential: Possess a recognized safety certification (optional but recommended).
Target audiences
- Senior Safety Professionals: Individuals with significant experience in safety management.
- Safety Directors: Those responsible for leading safety programs within organizations.
- Safety Managers: Professionals overseeing safety operations.
- Risk Managers: Individuals focused on identifying and mitigating organizational risks.
- Compliance Officers: Professionals ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Industry Leaders: Executives seeking to enhance their organization's safety performance.
- Consultants: Safety consultants aiming to expand their expertise.