IASHEP PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

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FOUNDING PRINCIPLES

“The world’s future rests with technical education instructors educating the future craftspeople and professionals of tomorrow.” Jack Podojil

Over forty years after OSHA was founded we have employees who do not understand the basics of safety. IASHEP was founded to provide the workforce with the knowledge to WORK SAFE. Every day the news has a story about a worker injured or killed on the job. We see work place safety as our responsibility. By offering courses to management, supervisors, and employees we strive to improve the safety of the work environment. 

From onsite instruction, safety, health and environmental audits, to creating courses that are current and relevant; IASHEP is committed to sharing knowledge. Knowledge is power and our students will be empowered. The IASHEP experience does not end at the conclusion of a course. Our instructors are available to support our students by email or phone and can provide resources to them. Our goal is that IASHEP’s students have the ability to research and utilize the classroom instruction and translate resources to the work place.

The International Association of Safety, Health and Environmental Professionals (IASHEP) is dedicated to developing curriculum and instructing our students by teaching them the most up to date and technically advanced standards and information in the safety, health, and environmental field. It is our goal to be respected nationally for the quality of safety, health, and environmental professionals that we educate. 

Our signature programs and our offering of recognized professional credentials will have a national reputation for providing courses that will enable our students to develop effective safety, health and environmental risk management programs providing guidance to management and workers. 

Our ultimate goal is to help reduce the tragic loss of life and reduce accidents in the workplace. IASHEP is proud to one of the only professional associations to provide our members these monthly training subjects and will allow our members to view the courses for free.  As an IASHEP member, you are authorized to take our Technican Level or Specialist level courses which is a cost savings of over $2400.00 per year for free.

Should you wish to obtain a professional credential in this subject, then you must pay and take the IASHEP Certified Course and also take an online timed IASHEP proctored examination and pass with an 80%.  

The following fees apply:

All course listed on this page are equivalent to the courses that you would take a an OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC) but at a higher level of instruction.  Many of our courses come with formal text books or American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standards that are registered in your name.  The courses listed below are offered at $495.00 compared to the OTIEC course price normally between $795 and $895.00 per course.  

Certified Professional Credential - Should you wish to obtain a professional credential in this subject, then you must register and pay for  the IASHEP Certified Course of your choice and you must also take an online timed IASHEP proctored examination and pass with an 80%.   

Normally, other associations charge a registration fee of $350.00 and then a testing fee of an addition $195.00 to take their examination.  IASHEP does not charge these additional fees for you to obtain your professional credential since they are included in your course fees.

 
All IASHEP Accredited Courses are at the United States Department of Labor OSHA Training Institute (OTI) level. 

Once again, The courses listed below are offered at $495.00.  This is the list of Specialist level courses for the calendar year of 2022 & 2023:

Certified Trenching & Excavation Construction Safety Specialist Course Credential: CTECP

Course - Individual Online Study

Other Credit: CEUs 2.4, ABIH 3.34 CM Points, BCSP 2.4 COCs

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 3015

Certified Machine Guarding Specialist (CMGS) 

Course Credential: CMGS

Credit: 5.00  

Per Credit: CEU 3.2, ABIH 4.34 CM Points, BCSP 3.2 COCs

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 2045 

Certified Safety & Health Manager

Course Credential: (CSHM)

Course Date: Open Enrollment  -  Ongoing 

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 2.50 

Other Credit: CEU 2.4, ABIH 3.34 CM Points, BCSP 2.4 COCs 

 Certified Electrical Safety Specialist - Low Voltage

Course Credential: CESS-LV

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 2.50 

Other Credit: CEU 3.2, ABIH 3.01 CM Points, BCSP 3.2 COCs 

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 3095.

Certified Fall Prevention Specialist

Course Credential: CFPS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00

Other Credit: CEU 3.2, ABIH 3.01 CM Points, BCSP 3.2 COCs 

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 3115

Certified Construction Safety Standards Specialist (CCSS)

Course Credential: CSS  

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 2.50 

Other Credit: CEU 3.2, ABIH 3.01 CM Points, BCSP 3.2 COCs

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 510

IASHEP-511 - Certified Safety & Health Specialist -- General Industry

Course Credential: CSHS-GI

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH 

Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs  

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute

Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 511

Certified Forklift Operator Certification (CFOL) 

Course Credential: CFOL 

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 1.50

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - N/A

Certified Scaffold Competent Person (CSCP)

Course Credential: CSCP

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 

Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs  

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number -OSHA 3085

Certified Introduction to Industrial Hygiene Specialist (CIIHS) 

Course Credential: CIIHS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 

Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs 

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number OSHA 521

Certified Ergonomics Specialist (CES)

Course Credential: CES 

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 

Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs 

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 2255

Or Should you choose take the IASHEP Technician / Specialist Level Courses

This is the list of Technician / Specialist level courses for the calendar year of 2022 & 2023:

Certified Managing Excavation Hazards Technician Course Credential: CMEHT

Course - Individual Online Study

CEU's Credit: 1.50

Other Credit: ABIH Credit 2.67 CM Points, BCSP Credit 1.6 COCs

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 3015

 Certified Machine Guarding Technician Course   

Certified Machine Guarding Technician (CMGT) 

Course Credential: CMGT

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 

Other Credit: CEU 3.2, ABIH 4.34 CM Points, BCSP 3.2 COCs

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 2045 

 Certified Forklift Operator Certification (CFOL)  

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 1.50

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute 

Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - N/A

Certified  Lockout, Tagout & Tryout Technician (CLOTOT)

Course Credential: CLOTOT

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 0.50 

Other Credit: .8 CEUs ABIH Credit: 1.34 CM Points 

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 7115

Certified Blood borne Pathogens & Needle-Stick Specialist Course Credential: (CBPS)  

Course Credential: CSPS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit:  Credit: 0.50 

Other Credit: Credit: 0.5 unit CEUs: 0.8 ABIH Credit: 1.0 CM Points BCSP Credit: .8 COCs 

Related Certificate Programs: Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 7200

Certified Hazard Communication / Global Harmonization Specialist (HCGHS)  

Course Credential: HCGHS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: .50

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - N/A

Certified Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Safety Technician 

Course Credential: CHST-HTS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 1.2 

Other Credit:  

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number -N/A

Certified Forklift Operator Certification (CFOL) 

Course Credential: CFOL

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 1.50Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - N/A

Certified Confined Space Specialist Program (CCSS)

 Course Credential: CCSS  

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 

Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs  

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 2264

Certified  IASHEP 511 Certified Safety & Health Specialist--General Industry (CGSHS) 

Course Credential: CGSHS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs  

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 511

IASHEP - Certified Industrial Hygiene Specialist (IASHEP-CIHS) 

Course Credential: CIHS

Course - Individual Online Study

Credit: 3.00 Other Credit: 3.2 CEUs, ABIH Credit 4.34 CM Points, BCSP Credit 3.2 COCs 

Course equals or exceeds OSHA Training Institute Course or exceeds OSHA / OTIEC course number - OSHA 521

Once again, should you wish to obtain a course completion certificate for these courses, you must complete a course registration form which is found on the IASHEP located above, you must be a member of IASHEP for the year 2021 & 2022 which is $100.00.   

Many OSHA Training Institute Education Centers (OTIEC) charge up to $895.00 for their courses and you receive a course completion certificate.  With IASHEP you can save thousands of dollars and you receive a professional credential which is  accredited by the International Accreditors of Continuing Education Training (IACET).

If you are planning on attending any IASHEP online courses, we must receive your course registration form.  Once we receive your course registration form, one week prior to the course offering, we will send you the link to the course.   But once again, we must have a course registration form completed and sent to johnpodojil@iashep.org or you will not be able to attend the course.

No matter which way a person looks at it, no one can beat being a member of IASHEP. 

Disclaimer: The International Association of Safety Health Environmental Professionals (IASHEP)  is not a government agency and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Labor or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Any OSHA Training Institute Education Centers (OTIEC) or any other Foreign Government or International Organizations.     

At the International Assoc. of Safety Health Environmental Professionals (IASHEP) and as former military members ourselves, we acknowledge the sacrifices made by women and men who serve our country in the military or as a first responder. We are honored to be able to offer all members of our military branches of the United States or First Responders a 50% discount off a one year membership which applies to our professional development courses. Only applies to IASHEP Technician level courses; not Specialist level courses, IASHEP certifications, nor IASHEP examinations.

This discount also applies to Military Reservist and National Guard service members. Proof of serving our great country is required.

Proof of serving our country requires a copy of your DD-214 or other recognized government identification cards like as Department of Veterans Affairs medical card. Or proof of your Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating.
 

For First Responders, IASHEP will need a letter from your organization with its official letterhead stating that you are an active first responder.

The discount is our way of saying "thank you" for your service to our country.

The International Assoc. of Safety Health Environmental Professionals (IASHEP) offers a variety of certified specialty designations programs that will immediately impact your military career or civilian profession.

Our International Assoc. of Safety Health Environmental Professionals (IASHEP) programs increase your opportunities for promotion into leadership roles and boost your future earning capacity.

You can pursue the certified program that will help you achieve your career goals. 

No matter where you are, at home or abroad, you can apply for and access the International Assoc. of Safety Health Environmental Professionals (IASHEP), certified programs with a computer and an internet connection. 

Active duty and military reservists / National Guard must provide proof of military service. Military spouses must provide dependent ID card or sponsor's DoD ID card with expiration date. Retired or members who have served in the United States Military Service or First Responders must also provide evidence of serving our great country or communities.

For more information about our military tuition discount for service members and their spouses, please call and speak with our Vice- Chairman of the Board of Directors Mr. John F. Podojil at (520) 568-5565 or email johnpodojil@iashep.org  

Since IASHEP is a worldwide organization, IASHEP also recognizes those who serve in the Military in their country and are also First Responders from other countries as well.  Thank You For Serving Your Country.

At IASHEP, we believe “You Protect or Protected Our Country, and now IASHEP  wants to take this opportunity to thank you for your service and our mission is to always find new ways to demonstrate that every day. 

What are the Benefits of Earning an IASHEP Professional Credential?

Pros for obtaining a professional safety, health and / or environmental certification may include an increased salary and higher self-esteem for the individual; demonstrated knowledge and skills for employers when making hiring decisions; and highly trained and skilled safety health and environmental professionals. If you are working to obtain a college degree many of our courses will transfer to leading colleges and universities.

Benefits of Certification

Outside of the hiring process, safety, health and environmental certifications for employees provide companies with consistency in training and work practices, increased confidence from customers, staff adherence to ethical standards, differentiation in marketing, and a standard for projects, promotions, salary increases and career road maps. Like an individual, the more certifications a company possesses, the better it looks on paper.

Why should you become an IASHEP Certified professional. Here are just a few of the reasons:

· Potentially leads to performance awards and promotions

· Increases your marketability and career opportunities

· Provides focus for professional development

· Confirms and validates professional skills to others in your field and to your employer and the public

· Enhances networking opportunities with other IASHEP members

· Conveys privileges such as using IASHEP Professional Credentials on letterhead

· Affirms commitment to IASHEP code of ethics

· Allows user to perform professional services and seal work products

· Gives a personal sense of achievement

· Professional credentials may transfer to leading colleges and universities

To Employers

· Enhances confidence in the knowledge, skills and accomplishments of your professional employees

· Increases your ability to bill professional and certified employees out at higher rates

· Strengthens your technical proposals to customers

· Demonstrates the depth of technical skills available to prospective customers and to the public

· Reduces professional liability insurance costs. 

To Clients and Customers

· Assures confidence in the professional's services addressing a broad array of safety, health and environmental planning, analysis, education and documentation

· Provides an assurance of engaging competent safety, health and environmental professionals

· A professional credential provides a stronger defense in case of lawsuits

· Serves as a source for qualified, practicing safety, health and environmental professionals.

The Future: The need for safety, health and environmental professionals to demonstrate our credentials is growing throughout the country and abroad. 

Many of the current college and university and other credential programs do not adequately cover the fields that many of us work in today. With IASHEP, all of our certified courses and professional credentials allow our members to hit the ground running by learning real life skills for the various work environments in which they will be working.

For more information call (520) 568-5565

The International Association of Safety Health Environmental Professionals (IASHEP) Board of Directors has unanimously voted to establish an "Honorary Lifetime Membership" as the most prestigious award available to an International Association of Safety Health Environmental Professionals Member.

It is bestowed upon an IASHEP individual Member who has provided exceptional, loyal and outstanding service and contribution to the Association over an extended period of time.

The IASHEP Lifetime Member will receive an IASHEP annual membership for life.

The IASHEP Lifetime Member will be allowed to keep all of their professional credentials and will not have to pay renewal fees or have to recertify every three years.

The IASHEP Lifetime Member will receive a Lifetime Membership Certificate with their own Lifetime Membership number awarded to that special certificate.

The IASHEP Lifetime Member will have the right to continue to be part of the Board of Directors acting in a consuting / advisory role and are allowed to take IASHEP Certified Technician & Specialist Level Courses for free plus these members will receive a course completion certificate at no additional cost to them.

The following IASHEP Professional Members are considered to be "Lifetime Members"

Mr. Raymond (Ray) Enama - (Founding Member)

Mr. John F. (Jack) Podojil - (Founding Member)

Mr. Eugene Taylor - (Founding Member)

Mr. Thomas Carroll - (Founding Member) 

Ms. Sonja Greene - Member

Mr. Thomas N. Etter (IASHEP Founding Member) passed away on July 29, 2021. 

Tom was a founding member and major part of the IASHEP family, and he will truly be missed by all of us.  Knowing Tom, he was always there to help everyone. Tom always had a smile on his face or could put a smile on your face when you were feeling down.  Most of all, he could always make you laugh.  He was a true friend to us all.  I am sure everyone will agree with this poem that IASHEP picked for our founding member:  

• “I have only slipped away into the next room; I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my familiar name. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used … Play, smile, think of me … All is well.” ~Henry Scott Holland