What is a Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)?
A person in the safety and health field that coordinates the successful implementation of corporate safety and health plans, coordinates and maybe even conducts safety and health training, and provides support to safety and training managers. Why become a COSS? In today’s fast paced and diverse workplace, the need for qualified people in the field that are trained in the basic essentials of safety and health, leadership, communication, and regulatory requirements is great. The Safety Council’s COSS program is a solution to the increasing need for qualified safety professionals. “The Safety Council’s COSS program provides the quickest return on investment (ROI) of any program of its type.” “I took the Certified Occupational Safety Specialist course in July 2002. The course was very informative and helpful. I took with me knowledge that will enhance my safety career. I am an OSHA Safety Consultant Trainee at the Louisiana Department of Labor-Workplace Safety Section. I recommend anyone w
