Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
Advance your career with this comprehensive 40-hour safety certification program led by OSHA-authorized trainers
Expert-Led Training
Learn from OSHA-authorized trainers with years of industry experience
Hands-On Learning
Apply safety concepts through practical, real-world scenarios
Industry-Recognized
Earn credentials respected by employers across industries
Comprehensive Curriculum
COSS is a unique, curriculum-based program that builds a solid foundation in both General Industry (CFR 1910) and Construction (CFR 1926) knowledge for the beginning safety practitioner as well as the experienced safety professional.
Industry Standards
COSS meets the requirements outlined in ANSI Z490.1 – Criteria for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health, & Environmental Training Standard.
Intensive Training
The course consists of 40 hours of hands-on, instructor-led learning, delivered by OSHA-authorized trainers. The course is designed to equip workers with the core competencies they need to succeed in occupational safety and health.
COSS GRADUATES WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Determine the true cost of accidents
- Calculate total recordable incident rates
- Search company and public records to assess where the likelihood of an accident may lie
- Master the use of the Code of Federal Regulations (construction and general industry)
- Identify hazards, determine regulatory requirements, implement corrective actions and train personnel in required changes
- Complete risk analyses for key jobs and processes
- Perform thorough accident investigations
- Develop and implement a safety audit and inspection program
- Communicate corporate safety initiatives and goals
- Develop and maintain company safety plans and manuals
Why Safety Professionals Choose COSS
