Workplace Safety
There are 15 workplace safety credentials in the TestPrepPilot directory: 15 national certifications awarded by a single body.
OSHA outreach and trainer courses, HAZWOPER, BCSP certifications, EPA lead and hazard-specific training.
- Credentials
- 15
- Specialisms
- 4
- National
- 15
How do the main workplace safety credentials compare?
Verified figures for 10 of the national workplace safety credentials, drawn from each awarding body's published material. Fees change — confirm with the body before you book.
| Credential | Awarded by | Exam fee | Length | Pass mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | Varies by location and currency — confirm on the official registration page | 10 hours of training | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| OSHA 10-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | $50-$150 | Within the course | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | Varies by location and currency — confirm on the official registration page | 30 hours of training | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| OSHA 3115 Fall Protection | OSHA Training Institute Education Centers | ~$700-$1,000 | 4 days | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| OSHA 510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry | OSHA Training Institute Education Centers | Varies by location and currency — confirm on the official registration page | 30 hours (4-5 day course) | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| OSHA 511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry | OSHA Training Institute Education Centers | $600-$800 | Within the course | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| HAZWOPER 24-Hour Training | Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 | $200-400 | 24 course hours | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| HAZWOPER 40-Hour Training | Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 | $200-$600 | Within the course | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| HAZWOPER 8-Hour Annual Refresher | Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 | $50-$150 | Within the course | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| HAZWOPER 8-Hour Supervisor Training | Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 | ~$200-$400 | 8 hours (one day) | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
Which workplace safety credentials lead to the highest published pay?
Ranked by the median annual wage published for the occupation each credential unlocks — the most recent figure per occupation, quoted from the source named in the guide (usually the BLS occupational series). A credential is the entry ticket to an occupation, not a pay guarantee: these are occupation medians, not starting salaries.
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OSHA 30-Hour Construction
$106,980 median for construction managers (BLS, May 2024)
No published pass rate — completion-based training
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OSHA 3115 Fall Protection
$83,910 median for occupational health and safety specialists (BLS, May 2024)
OSHA publishes no national pass rate for 3115 — the completion standard is full attendance plus a written knowledge assessment
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OSHA 510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry
$80,820 median for first-line supervisors of construction trades (BLS, May 2024)
OSHA publishes no pass rate — the 510 is completed by passing the course's final exam and demonstrating the required presentation skills
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OSHA 511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry
OSHA 511 is the general-industry standards course for safety professionals: occupational health and safety specialists sit in the $80,000+ range (BLS context, May 2024)
OSHA 511 is a course with trainer-set assessments; completion of the full session earns the certificate, and OSHA publishes no pass rates
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OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training
$72,590 median for first-line supervisors of production and operating workers — the supervisory occupations OSHA 30 serves (BLS, May 2024)
OSHA publishes no pass rate — the 30-hour card is earned by completing the training, not by passing a scored exam
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NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace Training
$62,350 median for electricians (BLS, May 2024) — and NFPA 70E training is a compliance requirement employers mandate, not a credential that raises pay on its own
No national pass rate exists — NFPA 70E training uses provider-set assessments, and the only published bar is "a passing score on the course assessment" for the completion certificate
OSHA Outreach & Trainer 8 credentials
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Ten-hour entry-level outreach course covering the Focus Four hazards, required on many construction sites and by several states.
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training — Safety & Environment credential from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- OSHA 10-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training OSHA 10-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training — Safety & Environment credential from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Supervisor-level outreach training covering hazard recognition, OSHA standards and site safety management responsibilities.
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training — Safety & Environment credential from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- OSHA 3115 Fall Protection OSHA 3115 Fall Protection — Safety & Environment credential from OSHA Training Institute Education Centers
- OSHA 510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry OSHA 510 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry — Safety & Environment credential from OSHA Training Institute Education Centers
- OSHA 511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry OSHA 511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry — Safety & Environment credential from OSHA Training Institute Education Centers
Hazardous Materials & Emergency Response 5 credentials
- HAZWOPER 24-Hour Training HAZWOPER 24-Hour Training — Safety & Environment credential from Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour Training HAZWOPER 40-Hour Training — Safety & Environment credential from Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
- HAZWOPER 8-Hour Annual Refresher HAZWOPER 8-Hour Annual Refresher — Safety & Environment credential from Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
- HAZWOPER 8-Hour Supervisor Training HAZWOPER 8-Hour Supervisor Training — Safety & Environment credential from Employers under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace Training NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace Training — Safety & Environment credential from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Environmental Remediation & Building Hazards 1 credential
Pesticide, Agriculture & Land 1 credential
Frequently asked questions about workplace safety credentials
How many workplace safety credentials are there?
There are 15 workplace safety credentials in the TestPrepPilot directory: 15 national certifications awarded by a single body.
How much do workplace safety exams cost?
Across the 10 national workplace safety credentials we have verified fee data for, exam fees run from $50–$700. Renewal, membership and study-material costs are additional and vary by awarding body — each guide breaks out its own full cost table.
Do you need a certification to work in workplace safety?
None of the 15 credentials in this field is a state-issued licence — all 15 are national certifications awarded by a professional body. That usually means the certification is not legally mandatory, but employers, insurers or clients may require it as a condition of the work.
Which workplace safety credential should you start with?
Start with the one your target employer or state board names. The most widely recognised national options in this field are OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training, OSHA 10-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training, OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Training — each has a full guide with eligibility rules, fees and a week-by-week study plan.
How often do workplace safety requirements change?
Fees are revised most years and eligibility rules change whenever a state legislature or awarding body acts. Every guide on TestPrepPilot links to the primary regulatory source it was verified against, and the "Sources" section is the authoritative place to confirm current figures before you book.