Public Sector Safety and Health Fundamentals Certificate Program

The certificate program in Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals supports OSHA's mission by training public sector employees in occupational safety and health to reduce incident rates for workers in state and local governments (the certificate program is additionally highly applicable to private industry workers as well). Participants have the opportunity to earn certificates for Construction and General Industry training.

Participants can choose from a variety of topics such as occupational safety and health standards for the construction or general industry, safety and health management, accident investigation, fall hazard awareness, and recordkeeping. Courses are available at OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Centers nationwide.

Coursework

All courses required to complete the certificate programs are available through OTI Education Centers. To be awarded a certificate, students must successfully complete a minimum of seven courses, comprised of a minimum of 68 contact hours. Courses are transferable and may be completed at different OTI Education Centers.

How to Apply

1. Review program requirements to determine the appropriate certificate program (Construction or General Industry).
2. Find and register for courses at an OTI Education Center.
3. Upon completion of required courses, contact the OTI Education Center to request an application form.
4. Submit the completed form and supporting documentation to the OTI Education Center.

Program Informational Links

• Certificate Home Page (on osha.gov)
• Program Requirements for Construction or General Industry
• Course Descriptions and Prerequisites
• UCSD's OTIEC Course Listing

For enrollment information, contact the UCSD OTIEC at oshatraining@ucsd.edu with questions. Be sure to include a phone number if you would like a call back.