What Does
Occupational Health And Safety (OHS) Certificate Mean?
An Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Certificate is a mid-level qualification that gives the certificate holder a broad understanding of various industry procedures.
The OHS Certificate is designed for those who wish to work in a generalized health and safety role, and covers basic legislation and common scenarios that health and safety professionals will encounter.
Safeopedia Explains Occupational Health And Safety (OHS) Certificate
An Occupational Health and Safety Certificate can have different meanings in different jurisdictions.
In the United States, it is used to refer to a variety of safety certifications. Typically, the OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certificate.
In Canada, the OHS Certificate refers specifically to the certificate that bears that name. It is an advanced certification that requires one to two years to complete. It is meant as preparation for writing the Canadian Registered Safety Professional Exam
Components of the OHS Certificate Program
While studying for their OHS Certificate, students learn how to implement, monitor, and enforce basic safety standards. Through “real world” case studies students are taught how to identify and minimize potential work risks.
To attain the certificate, students must complete a specified number of practical hours, which varies from country to country. Many that complete this qualification go on to study at the diploma or degree level.
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