To be certified by the employer as a qualified safety trainer, employees should:
– Have knowledge of and experience in the subject being taught;
– Complete a “Train-the-Trainer” course, and;
– Have their knowledge and presentation skills evaluated by a competent person.
This “Train-the-Trainer” program is designed to help students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct occupational safety and health training for their employer. Completion of the course demonstrates the student has acquired the knowledge about training program requirements, development and presentation. It also helps the student gain knowledge about various safety and health topics. The student’s presentation skills should be evaluated locally by a training manager or other competent person.