PSMMM - Certificate for Occupational Safety Managers
Course Description
LSU Professional Development in partnership with the Alliance Safety Council offers you the opportunity to attend the Certificate for Occupational Safety Managers (COSM) program. As safety professionals move along in their career path they are in need of training designed for a high-level safety manager. This advanced level safety program is offered in five 8-hour modules. This unique 40-hour, five-day program is designed to build core competencies in the field of safety management. It examines current thinking and explores “cutting edge” principles regarding safety theory as well as the application of these principles to safety related knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to effectively manage safety departments in organizations. Instructional elements of the program are based on application and reinforcement that build on each other.Program participants will, among meeting other key objectives, learn to develop strategies for achieving safety-related goals in business environments by:
- Developing clear objectives, goals, strategies and measures for integrating health safety and environment into the culture of the organization
- Creating specific methods for promoting occupational health, safety and environmental program initiatives to organizational decision makers by developing and communicating the safety message
- Developing a comprehensive safety management system that is capable of assuring that overall safety, by whatever measure is improved in the organization
- Understanding different aspects of risk and learning how to effectively manage these risks
- Explore various techniques for preventing accidents, along with managing accidents and claims
- Essentials of Safety Management
- Strategic Planning & Evaluating for Safety Success
- Managing Risk & Safety Finances
- Communicating the Safety Message
- Injury Management, Incentives & Discipline
- Turn in all completed assignments
- Have a minimum of two (2) years of safety, health and environmental work experience
Course Format Option:
- In-person courses are offered on the LSU campus from 8:00AM-5:00PM Monday-Friday.
- Virtual students will participate in a five live 8-hour online session via Zoom video conferencing. Live sessions begin at 8:00 a.m. CST. You will be sent a zoom link to join the live course prior to the scheduled start.
- Participation in the course will require the following: (needed for virtual course)
- Computer with reliable Internet access (Laptops and desktop and computers only)
- Web browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Internet Explorer)
- Webcam and Microphone
- Download a free Zoom Account prior to the course
- Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
- Participation in the course will require the following: (needed for virtual course)
For more information about this course, email Answers or call 833-280-5634.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Certificate for Occupational Safety Managers (COSM) : Certificate for Occupational Safety Managers
English Proficiency Requirements
Continuing Education Programs
Continuing Education (CE) courses and programs offered online through LSU Online & Continuing Education typically include a combination of lecture and discussion as well as reading and writing assignments. You need an adequate command of English in all skill areas (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to participate in classes.
If English is not your native language, you must meet one of the English language proficiency requirements below to be successful in our CE programs. If you intend to register for a CE course or program, you can determine whether you meet English proficiency requirements by self-assessment prior to enrolling. We want to empower you, the learner, to progress successfully. Completing this self-assessment will enable you to make a good decision on whether you can complete one of our programs.
Intermediate English Skills
Most CE professional development courses and programs require at least intermediate English skills, which are equivalent to a B2 level of English language proficiency on the Self-Assessment Form. When assessing yourself, be sure to read through each of the categories under Column B2 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.
Advanced English Skills
Online Distance Learning courses and microcreds are for-credit courses and might require more advanced English skills, equivalent to a C1 level on the Learner Self-Assessment Form. Be sure to read through each of the categories under Column C1 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.