BOARD OF CANADIAN REGISTERED SAFETY PROFESSIONALS ( BCRSP)

Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals ( BCRSP) , Canada represents the gold standard in safety certification with the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP). The internationally accredited safety certification recognized by safety professionals as the industry’s most prestigious credentialis considered a benchmark in the Occupational Health and Safety sector. Seeking the CRSP®/PSAC® designation will set you apart from others in your field. Besides, it will also have a significant impact on your career. Furthermore, CRSPs/PSACs receive the best opportunities for career advancement and are known for their expertise.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 

Before making an application, it is necessary to meet all the eligibility criteria. Before assessing their qualifications, students need to enroll for a Pre – Qualifications Review for further process. After PQR (Pre-Qualification Review), students can proceed with their application process to BCRSP Board.

• A four years bachelor’s degree and four years work experience in OHS
• To meet the legal education requirements for certification, applicants need to have completed formal education
• A recognized company must evaluate all transcripts if they have completed their qualification outside Canada

CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CRSP CERTIFICATION:

• Current Employment – This includes over 900 hours/ year projects in occupational health and safety
• Educational Qualifications – Candidates must complete college or university education in health and safety
• Work Experience – Candidates should have at least four years of continuous work experience in the field of Occupational Health and Safety

CRSP COURSE HAS THE FOLLOWING STAGES:

1. Application – Delegates must complete the form for designation of Canadian Registered Safety Professional
2. Evaluation – The BCRSP Board checks the application
3. Interview – The qualified person is then called for an interview
4. Examination – The student has to sit for an examination on the following subject matter:
5. Approval – Once the applicant gets the passing score, a notification is sent to him or her
6. Confirmation – Finally, the applicant gets the CRSP designation and registration number

COURSE CONTENTS: 

The course development focused on the many texts, study guides and the 113 examination competencies identified by the BCRSP in its 2015 Examination Blueprint.

• An overview of the process to register as a candidate to write the CRSP exam.
• An overview of the 9 domains including a discussion of the weighting and the competencies of each.
• A detailed review of the 9 domains including a review of the technical material relevant to competencies of each domain (Applied Safety Fundamentals; Auditing; Ergonomics; Fire Prevention and Protection; Health and Wellness; Law and Ethics; Management Systems; Occupational Hygiene; Risk Management).
• Online practice exams (end-of-module exams) are provided in each domain to allow the CRSP candidate to prepare to write the CRSP exam online

CRSP EXAM PREPARATION:

• You must keep plenty of time to prepare and study for the exams. Also, give yourself enough time to come up with a study plan. You would likely want to be a Canadian Registered Safety Professional for the rest of your career. So, it is necessary to take the time to do it right.
• Do not give up if you are not successful the first time. There are several reasons for being unsuccessful. Sometimes, a student may not be able to study well for the exam due to work or family pressures.
• Make flashcards to memories your work better. Write the question on one side of the flashcard and the answer on the opposite side. This has helped many students in their CRSP exam preparation.