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Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician® (OHST®)

BCSP certification for safety practitioners responsible for industrial hygiene and occupational safety at the managerial or technician level or as a consultant.

Licensing authority: Board of Certified Safety Professionals

Initial by examination
Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician® (OHST®) exam
Experience
Three years of experience with at least 35% of duties requiring technical skills and knowledge in occupational hygiene or safety; BCSP eligibility and disclosure review apply.

Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician® (OHST®) exam

Provider
Pearson
Format
Computer-delivered four-option questions
Exam fee
$300 for a single examination
Examination outline
  • Fundamental Math and Science and Business Calculations/Analysis (11.3%)
  • Safety, Health, and Environmental Programs (Includes Risk Management) (19.5%)
  • Hazard Identification and Control (21.1%)
  • Health Hazards and Basic Industrial Hygiene (15.8%)
  • Emergency Preparedness, Fire Prevention, and Security (11.5%)
  • Organizational Communication and Training/Education (12.6%)
  • Ethics and Professional Conduct (8.2%)
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