Certificants who hold the Certified Safety Professional® (CSP®) mostly work in private industry, which could include being a government contractor. A CSP who works in the government sector may work in the military, or in federal, state, or local agencies. Safety at this level is virtually in every industry including petroleum exploration, production and refining, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and insurance.
A CSP’s professional time is spent on safety management systems, occupational health and ergonomics, emergency response and preparedness, fire prevention and protection, and security responsibilities. A CSP may also have environmental management system responsibilities, including managing safety, health, and environmental programs that can cover up to 1,000 or more employees.
