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  1. 1Which description correctly defines a hazard in workplace health and safety?

    1. A.A source with the potential to cause harmCorrect answer: A
    2. B.The probability of injury during a shift
    3. C.The financial cost of a completed incident
    4. D.The measured effectiveness of a control

    Explanation: The source states: "A hazard is any source of potential damage, harm or adverse health effects on something or someone.". A hazard is the source of potential harm. Probability describes risk; incident cost is a consequence measure; control effectiveness measures protection.

    Reference: CCOHS — Hazard and Risk: General — What is a hazard?

  2. 2What makes a fixed protective barrier a passive control?

    1. A.It protects only after a worker activates it
    2. B.It changes only the written work schedule
    3. C.It measures exposure without reducing it
    4. D.It protects without requiring a specific worker actionCorrect answer: D

    Explanation: The source states: "These controls generally provide "passive protection" which is not dependent on a person taking a specific action.". The distinguishing property is protection without individual activation, rather than procedures, schedules or measurement.

    Reference: WorkSafeBC — OHS Guidelines Part 4 — Engineering controls and passive protection

  3. 3Which improvement cycle does ISO 45001 use to manage occupational health and safety systematically?

    1. A.Plan–Check–Do–Act
    2. B.Do–Act–Plan–Check
    3. C.Check–Plan–Act–Do
    4. D.Plan–Do–Check–ActCorrect answer: D

    Explanation: The source states: "ISO 45001 utilizes the Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology to systematically manage health and safety risks.". The source names the PDCA cycle; rearranged sequences do not represent that cycle.

    Reference: ISO — ISO 45001:2018 — What is ISO 45001?

  4. 4A CRSP evaluating suppliers has a personal financial interest in one bidder. Which ethical issue requires attention?

    1. A.A procurement issue that removes the need for impartial judgment
    2. B.A conflict of interest that may compromise objectivityCorrect answer: B
    3. C.A confidentiality issue requiring all bid information to be public
    4. D.A competence issue cured solely by holding certification

    Explanation: The source states: "Avoid circumstances where compromise of conduct or conflict of interest may arise.". A personal financial interest creates an objectivity/conflict issue. It neither justifies disclosure nor changes competence or impartiality obligations.

    Reference: BCRSP — Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct — Integrity

  5. 5Which lung structures allow inhaled oxygen to cross thin walls into the blood?

    1. A.Esophagus
    2. B.Epidermis
    3. C.Tracheal cartilage
    4. D.AlveoliCorrect answer: D

    Explanation: The source states: "Oxygen in the inhaled breath crosses the alveolar walls to enter the blood.". Alveoli provide the gas-exchange surface. The esophagus carries food, the epidermis is skin, and cartilage supports the airway.

    Reference: CCOHS — How Chemicals Enter the Body — What happens to contaminated air when I breathe it in?

  6. 6During a difficult safety discussion, what behaviour demonstrates active listening?

    1. A.Prepare a rebuttal without checking what was said
    2. B.Give the speaker undivided attentionCorrect answer: B
    3. C.Read unrelated emails while the speaker talks
    4. D.Interrupt to supply an answer before the issue is explained

    Explanation: The source states: "Learn how to listen effectively (give undivided attention, do not do other activities at the same time". Undivided attention supports understanding. Multitasking, interrupting and preparing rebuttals without clarification undermine listening.

    Reference: CCOHS — Mental Health: Addressing Conflicts — What can an employer do?

  7. 7Two workers use the same hazardous solvent, but one handles it daily and the other once a year. Which exposure factor explicitly differs between them?

    1. A.The solvent's intrinsic toxicity
    2. B.The severity of the possible health effect
    3. C.The frequency of exposureCorrect answer: C
    4. D.The route of exposure

    Explanation: The source states: "the nature of the exposure: how much a person is exposed to a hazardous thing or condition (e.g., several times a day or once a year),". The described difference is daily versus annual exposure frequency. The scenario does not identify different entry routes, intrinsic toxicity, or consequence severity.

    Reference: CCOHS — Hazard and Risk: General — What is risk?

  8. 8A workplace uses a perimeter fence together with patrolling guards. What protective function do the guards add to the passive fence?

    1. A.Detection of and response to an intruderCorrect answer: A
    2. B.A fixed physical obstruction that cannot respond
    3. C.Removal of every possible unauthorized-entry route
    4. D.Automatic elimination of the need for incident response

    Explanation: The guidance states: "A combined active and passive barrier could be a fence that restricts access to the area by creating a compound perimeter which is then used to contain patrolling guards that would detect and respond to an intruder.". The guards provide active detection and response; the fence supplies the passive physical restriction. Neither component removes every entry route or eliminates response needs.

    Reference: RCMP — Protection, Detection, Response and Recovery — 6.1 Physical Barriers

  9. 9What is the purpose of repeatedly asking why during a Five Whys incident analysis?

    1. A.Assign a numerical severity score to each injury
    2. B.Determine the purchase cost of replacement equipment
    3. C.Explore deeper causal factors behind an incidentCorrect answer: C
    4. D.Calculate airborne contaminant concentrations

    Explanation: The source identifies: "5 Whys: a technique where the investigator asks". Repeated questioning explores why conditions arose rather than measuring exposure, scoring consequences or costing equipment.

    Reference: CCOHS — Incident Investigation — What are root cause analysis tools or methods?

  10. 10A proposal would describe a CRSP as having specialist experience they do not possess. Which ethical response is appropriate?

    1. A.Correct the description to represent experience accuratelyCorrect answer: A
    2. B.Retain it because marketing material need not be accurate
    3. C.Retain it until a client specifically challenges the claim
    4. D.Treat certification as proof of every specialist competence

    Explanation: The source states: "Represent their qualifications and experience accurately and not knowingly make false or misleading statements.". Accurate representation is required. Marketing purpose, lack of challenge and certification do not justify an unsupported competence claim.

    Reference: BCRSP — Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct — Integrity

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About Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP®) Examination

Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP®) Examination · CA

Key exam facts

Provider
Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) develops and administers CRSPEX; Pearson VUE provides authorized computer-based testing centres.
Format
Computer-based multiple-choice examination using independent and case-based questions; authorized Pearson VUE test centres. Alternative delivery may be requested for candidates more than 400 km from an authorized centre, subject to availability.
Exam questions
Total questions: 190–210; Scored questions: 190–210.
Time limit
4 hours to complete CRSPEX from January 1, 2025, with no scheduled break.
Passing score
Meet or exceed 290 on the 100–450 scaled-score scale. Raw pass marks vary by examination form and are established using the Angoff process; 290 is not a percentage.
Exam fee
CAD 200 per CRSP examination attempt, plus GST/HST, paid upon scheduling. Separate certification application fee: CAD 525 (CAD 125 under Memorandum of Understanding routes), plus applicable tax.

Topics covered

The authority publishes percentage ranges for each content area. The practice percentages below use the midpoint of each range, normalized to 100%; they are not exact percentages published by the authority. Practice question counts may differ slightly because of rounding.

  • Hazard and Risk: Identification and Assessment — Official range: 17–22% (Practice allocation: 19.5%)

    • Demonstrate an understanding of the difference between a hazard and risk.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of causational factors related to workplace hazards.
    • Demonstrate the use of a variety of safety techniques to identify hazards, including: a. Benchmarking b. Event tree analyses c. Fault tree analyses d. Inspections and observations e. Inventory f. Job hazard analyses g. Job safety analyses h. Monitoring i. Physical demands analysis j. Predictive modelling k. Reassessment l. Task analyses m. Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of analysis and prioritization of risks, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. ALARA/ALARP Complexity Inherent and residual risks Monitoring Probability, severity, frequency, likelihood Quantitative/Qualitative Reassessment Risk matrix Routine vs non-routine work Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of biological hazards (e.g., communicable disease, wildlife, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of chemical hazards (e.g., chemical reaction, fire, natural and man-made, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of environmental hazards (e.g., weather, spills, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of physical hazards (e.g., radiation, magnetic fields, noise, hazardous energy, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of safety hazards (e.g., machine, working at heights, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of psychosocial hazards (e.g., stress, violence, psychological, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of ergonomic hazards (e.g., cognitive, manual material handling, job design, etc.), their characteristics, and mechanisms of harm.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the hazards and risks associated with various work settings (e.g., working alone, remote work, hybrid work, vehicle, etc.).

  • Hazard and Risk: Controls and Mitigation — Official range: 17–22% (Practice allocation: 19.5%)

    • Demonstrate an understanding of active and passive controls.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the effectiveness of the hierarchy of controls for workplace hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of critical controls.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for biological hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for chemical hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for environmental hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for physical hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for safety hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for psychosocial hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the selection, implementation, effectiveness, and limitations of controls for ergonomic hazards.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the controls for hazards and risks associated with various work settings (e.g., working alone, remote work, hybrid work, vehicle, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of workplace health promotion, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Community service Employee and family assistance programs Injury, illness, and disease prevention programs Life balance Psychosocial factors Stress and fatigue management Substance abuse and addiction programs Wellness programs Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of workplace design and processes, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. Artificial intelligence Automation Facilities Human factors Injury prevention Life safety Process safety Procurement Robotics Safeguarding k. Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of administrative controls, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. Communication Contractor management Inspection Preventative/Predictive maintenance Scheduling Signage Supply chain management Systems of work – Policies, procedures and permits Training and awareness Visitor management Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of selection, use, care, maintenance, and limitations of personal protective equipment.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of emergency preparedness, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Business continuity plans Chain of command Corporate crisis management Detection and mitigation methods Development of emergency preparedness plans and arrangements Implementation of preparedness and testing Relevant standards Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of injury, and illness management, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. Case management Claim and cost management Provision of first-aid services Provision of medical services Role of relevant parties in worker’s recovery Worker’s compensation, insurance and legal requirements Other

  • Safety Management Systems — Official range: 23–28% (Practice allocation: 25.5%)

    • Demonstrate an understanding of safety management systems (e.g., analysis, selection, implementation, evaluation, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of safety management theories and incident causation.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of safety management in relation to the context of the organization and other management systems, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Enterprise Risk Management Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Financial Insurance Operational Quality Security Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the integration of occupational health and safety management systems, roles, and responsibilities within an organization.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of organizational and workplace culture.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of how to measure, analyse and improve organizational and workplace culture.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of national and international standards, and associations (e.g., ISO, CSA, ANSI, NFPA, National Fire Code, National Building Code, National Safety Code, ACGIH, NIOSH, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of law, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Civil Law Common Law Compensation Law Criminal Law Employment Law Human Rights Law Privacy Law Product liability i. Property Law j. Tort Law k. Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of occupational health and safety law in Canada, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. Due diligence Duties and responsibilities Environmental legislation Transportation (e.g., TDG, hours of service, etc.) WHMIS/GHS Other
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) and legislated duties of workplace parties.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of worker rights (i.e., right to know, right to participate and right to refuse).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the duties and powers of enforcement agencies (e.g., orders to comply, prosecutions, ticketing, administrative penalties, appeal process, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of risk management principles.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of monitoring, evaluating and validating system controls.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the inspection process within a safety management system.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of investigations (e.g., immediate vs root cause, causal analysis, corrective actions, control effectiveness, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of surveys, surveillance, and assessments (e.g., health, hygiene, culture/climate, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of auditing (e.g., hazard audits, compliance audits, OHSMS audits, protocols and procedures, relevant standards, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of managing critical controls.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of performance indicators (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, leading and lagging, trending, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of benchmarking.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of processes for selecting tools for monitoring, evaluation, and validation.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of data collection and analysis techniques.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop action plans for findings.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of internal and external requirements for information management (i.e., document control and retention, reporting, cybersecurity).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of organizational channels of communication and consultative mechanisms, including: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Barriers to communication Emerging concepts and technologies Formal and informal Internal and external Management committees Safety committees Steering committees Other

  • Ethics, Legal, Professional Role and Function — Official range: 8–13% (Practice allocation: 10.5%)

    • Demonstrate an understanding of ethical theories, models of ethical practice and ethical decision-making (e.g., utilitarianism, Kantianism, natural law, conflicting goals, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the obligations of a CRSP (e.g., with respect to employers, co-workers, public, fellow professionals, contractors, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the CRSP’s obligations with respect to The BCRSP Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of professional errors and omissions (e.g., legal, ethical, consequences and indemnification, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the CRSP and limits of professional practice (e.g., interaction with government agencies, scope of practice, boundaries of competence, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of corporate governance frameworks.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of environmental, social and governance (ESG) (e.g., health and safety indicators, human capital, resource conservation, resource management, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of specialists and how to foster collaboration (e.g., auditor, ergonomist, human resource specialist, occupational hygienist, occupational therapist, occupational health nurse, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of research methodologies related to health and safety and evidence-based practice.

  • Technical, Human and Social Sciences — Official range: 8–13% (Practice allocation: 10.5%)

    • Demonstrate an understanding of basic principles of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of toxicology.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of mechanisms and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of human factors and their impact on performance (e.g., people, workplace, management, fit for duty, fatigue management, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of occupational illness and disease (e.g., asthma, PTSD, chemical and environmental sensitivity, dermatitis, cancer, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of how social factors in the workplace impact worker and organizational well-being (e.g., culture, biases, vulnerable workers, diversity, inclusion, etc.)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of human psychology principles (e.g., organizational and industrial psychology, etc.)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of conflict resolution management.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of statistics and quantitative analysis (e.g., mean, percentage, standard deviation, time weighted average, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of occupational hygiene measurement and sampling (e.g., air, noise, radiation, chemical, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of ventilation (e.g., local, general, supply, exhaust, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of occupational exposure limits (e.g., Threshold Limit Values (TLVs), Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs), action levels, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of new and emerging technology (e.g., artificial intelligence, monitoring devices, Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous or remotely controlled equipment and technology, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of material/process/workflow analyses.

  • Organizational Management and Leadership — Official range: 12–17% (Practice allocation: 14.5%)

    • Demonstrate an understanding of engagement, influence, and communication techniques (e.g., emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, etc.)
    • Demonstrate an understanding of leadership styles (e.g., directive, supportive, consultative, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of problem-solving processes (e.g., collaboration, consensus building, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the integration of safety into organizational structure, function, culture, and design.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of management (e.g., planning, organizing, leading, measuring performance, controlling, resources, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of financial and business processes (e.g., budgeting, business case development, management by objectives, policy and procedure development, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of worker and labour relations (e.g., union, non- union, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of strategic planning concepts and processes.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of change management.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of a training management system (e.g., needs analysis, learning principles, development, delivery, evaluation, etc.).
    • Demonstrate an understanding of project management concepts and processes.

How to prepare

Work through the topics, read the explanation after each answer, and revisit the areas where you miss questions. Use the official outline and reference materials below to guide your study.

These independent practice questions are not actual exam items and do not guarantee a passing result.

Frequently asked questions

What is the exam format?

Computer-based multiple-choice examination using independent and case-based questions; authorized Pearson VUE test centres. Alternative delivery may be requested for candidates more than 400 km from an authorized centre, subject to availability.

How many questions are on the exam?

Total questions: 190–210; Scored questions: 190–210.

How long is the exam?

4 hours to complete CRSPEX from January 1, 2025, with no scheduled break.

What is the passing score?

Meet or exceed 290 on the 100–450 scaled-score scale. Raw pass marks vary by examination form and are established using the Angoff process; 290 is not a percentage.

How much does the exam cost?

CAD 200 per CRSP examination attempt, plus GST/HST, paid upon scheduling. Separate certification application fee: CAD 525 (CAD 125 under Memorandum of Understanding routes), plus applicable tax.

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