OSHA 5400 - Trainer Course in Maritime Safety

This is a Trainer Course for those interested in teaching the 10 and 30 Hour Maritime Outreach Program. Special emphasis is placed on required Outreach topics, using OSHA standards as a guide. Students are taught effective adult instructional techniques. This course authorizes students to become Maritime Outreach Trainers.

Required Prerequisites:

• Two years of maritime industry experience and at least one of the following:
• Two years of occupational safety and health experience (with a broad focus) in any industry
• A degree in occupational safety and health from an accredited college or university
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation
• Certified Marine Chemist (CMC) designation
• Certified Safety Health Manager (CSHM) designation

OSHA 5400 Prerequisite Form

Following successful completion of the written exam, students become authorized Outreach Trainers in the 10 and 30 Hour Maritime Outreach Program for a 4 year period, after which training must be updated. Laptop recommended.

Note: Students in Course #5400 who wish to participate as authorized trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course. Outreach trainers are required to attend Course #5402 at least every four years to maintain their trainer status.