Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST)

The Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) program at NAIT equips individuals with essential skills to become safety technicians. The program begins with foundational knowledge in safety, hazard identification, assessment, and control. Participants will learn to identify key components of a Safety Management System, understand the legal responsibilities of Canadian employers, and effectively assess and manage workplace hazards.

As students advance, they will gain expertise in areas such as inspections, investigations, fire safety, OHS management, safety audits, risk management, OHS law, safety ethics, health and wellness, and ergonomics.

Offering flexible online delivery, the program allows students to complete their training at their own pace while receiving support from experienced industry professionals and practicing Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (CRSP).

The Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) recognizes the NAIT CRST program as meeting the formal education requirements for individuals pursuing certification as a Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST).

What You’ll Learn

• Basic safety fundamentals and core concepts of safety in the workplace.
• Techniques for hazard identification, assessment, and control.
• Methods for conducting inspections and investigations to improve safety standards.
• Principles of occupational hygiene, health and wellness, and ergonomics.
• Fire safety protocols and prevention strategies.
• Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management and safety auditing processes.
• Risk management practices and emergency preparedness planning.
• An understanding of OHS law, legislation, and safety ethics in the workplace.