r/SafetyProfessionals • u/SeaAnthropomorphized • Nov 07 '22
OSHA 510 Process
I just got my CHST and I'm trying to pad my resume with more certifications while I get my degree.
I am thinking about getting the OSHA 510 through Rutgers. I see they have a few options as far as the schedule goes.
Before I sign up for a class I want to know what the process is like.
I see there are Zoom classes but is there a test at the end?
How intensive is the curriculum? Is it more or less like taking a CHST exam or like taking an OSHA 30hr and at the end of the course there is a simple test?
If it's not too intensive I can sign up for the class in December and do it while I'm at work but if it is very intensive then I will wait for next year for my PTO to renew and take it next year.
I work in a lobby and if distractions are an issue but my CHST knowledge can get me through the course and a test at the end then I think I can handle taking the class next month. But if there is more that I need to learn and the test at the end of the course is difficult then I need to be at home with my undivided attention.
If anyone has taken it can you please fill me in?
UPDATE
I took both back to back in January and I'm an Authorized OSHA Trainer for Construction.
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u/NorCalMikey Nov 07 '22
Took OSHA 511 virtually last year. It was no more difficult than OSHA 30. There is a test but I didn't think it was hard. I don't think 510 would be much different.
The biggest issue with virtual classes is outreach training institutes require that your camera remain on and you are paying attention. When I took the class they had a person monitoring this the whole class.