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Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (BCSP)

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Master 29 CFR 1926 Construction StandardsYou are here

Study the organization of 1926 subparts, with emphasis on Subparts C (General Safety), K (Electrical), L (Scaffolds), M (Fall Protection), P (Excavations), and CC (Cranes).

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Conquer the Fatal Four

Deep-dive into falls, struck-by, caught-between/in, and electrocutions - the four causes of roughly 60% of construction fatalities per BLS CFOI.

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Fall Protection & Scaffolding Details

Memorize the 6-foot fall trigger, guardrail heights (42 inches +/- 3), ladder 3-to-1 rule and 3-foot extension, scaffold 10-foot fall protection threshold.

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Excavation & Trenching Competent Person

Learn soil classification (Type A/B/C), sloping ratios (3/4:1 to 1.5:1), protective systems, spoil pile setback (2 feet), and competent person duties.

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Silica, Lead & Industrial Hygiene

Study 1926.1153 Table 1 controls, silica PEL of 50 ug/m3 TWA, lead standard 1926.62, and respiratory protection requirements.

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Estimated total study time
50 hours
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Can You Take the STSC Exam?

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Age
At least 18 years old
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
2 years supervisory experience, OR 4 years construction work (min 18 hrs/week), OR associate degree in safety/risk/construction management, OR 2-year trade/union apprenticeship completion
Additional Requirements
  • Pass the STSC exam administered by Pearson VUE
  • Application fee ($120) plus exam fee ($185), about $305 initial
  • Recertification every 5 years with 25 recertification points
  • Annual renewal fee required to maintain credential

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Application Fee$120 (includes first-year membership)
Total Estimated Cost$305-605 initial
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STSC Exam Details

Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (BCSP)

Administered by BCSP (Board of Certified Safety Professionals)

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70% (70/100 questions)
Passing Score
100
Questions
2
Hours
$185 exam + $120 application (approx $305 initial)
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-60 hours
Prerequisites: 30 hours of safety, health, and environmental training PLUS one of: 2 years supervisory experience in construction, 4 years construction work (min 18 hrs/week), associate degree or higher in occupational safety/risk management/construction management, or completion of a 2-year trade/union apprenticeship

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official BCSP (Board of Certified Safety Professionals) content outline

Construction Safety Program Management15%

New employee orientation, toolbox talks, JSA/AHA development, incident investigation, supervisor responsibilities under 29 CFR 1926

Construction Hazard Awareness & Controls20%

Hierarchy of controls, the Fatal Four (falls, struck-by, caught-between, electrocutions), Stop Work Authority, safety inspections, hazard documentation

Fall Protection & Elevated Work18%

29 CFR 1926.501 (6-foot trigger), PFAS, guardrails (42 inches +/- 3), safety nets, ladders 1926.1053 (3-to-1 rule, 3-foot extension above landing), scaffolds 1926 Subpart L (fall protection at 10 feet, platform construction, access)

Excavation, Trenching & Struck-By/Caught-Between12%

29 CFR 1926.651-652 soil types A/B/C, sloping ratios, competent person, trench boxes/shoring, spoil pile 2 feet from edge, cranes Subpart CC, steel erection Subpart R, demolition Subpart T

Electrical & Energy Isolation10%

29 CFR 1926 Subpart K, GFCI, assured equipment grounding conductor program, LOTO, approach boundaries, extension cord inspection

Industrial Hygiene on Construction Sites10%

Silica 1926.1153 (Table 1 controls, PEL 50 ug/m3 TWA), lead 1926.62, noise and hearing conservation, respiratory protection 1926.103/1910.134, heat/cold stress

Fire Protection, Hot Work & Confined Space8%

29 CFR 1926 Subpart F fire protection, hot work permits, 1926.1200 confined space in construction, emergency action plans, evacuation

Tools, Equipment & PPE7%

Hand and power tools, PPE selection and inspection, hearing/eye/head protection, guarding, mobile equipment

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