Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
Credential: Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
Credentialing Agency: Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Board of Certification Safety Professionals (BCSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification is an entry-level to intermediate-level construction workplace safety credential. The CHST is designed for individuals who demonstrate competency and work part-time or full-time in health and safety activities devoted to the prevention of construction illnesses and injuries. Candidates should be responsible for securing safe and healthy conditions in construction projects or job sites. Candidates must meet minimum work experience of three years in the field of construction. Candidates must pass a written exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 3 years recommended
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
8645 Guion Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Phone: 1-317-593-4800
Fax: 1-317-593-4400
Contact Page
Education and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have 3 years of work experience with at least 35% of primary job duties involving safety, health and environmental practice related to the construction industry.
Many construction safety professionals use the CHST certification as a stepping-stone to greater roles in safety and health, and some cases, advance to the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
Written Exam
- Program Management (52%)
- Worksite Auditing (19%)
- Training (21%)
- Professional Responsibility (8%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) examination:
- Best Sources
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Learn About Testing for Military Communities
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Pearson VUE
For more information on the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
Renewal Period: 5 years