FIVE CREDENTIALS. ONE CLEAR PATH.
BUILD THE NCCER SAFETY PATHWAY STEP BY STEP.
NCCER’s Construction Site Safety Program recognizes a progression from entry-level safety orientation through supervisor and technician credentials. HSE Defense helps you complete the required training in a flexible format.
01
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY ORIENTATION (CSSO)
Basic Safety is the entry point. Module 00101.
02
FIELD SAFETY
Jobsite safety curriculum. Begins with Introduction to Safety, Module 75101.
03
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY SUPERVISOR (CSSS)
NCCER credential designation earned through the prescribed Field Safety module set.
04
SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
Administrative and program-level safety curriculum. Begins with Module 75201.
05
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY TECHNICIAN (CSST)
Advanced NCCER credential earned by completing the required Field Safety and Safety Technology curricula.
COURSE + MODULE REFERENCES
KNOW WHAT YOU ARE COMPLETING.
For clarity, CSSS and CSST are NCCER credential designations earned through required module sets. They are not single standalone module numbers. The numbered modules below are the key course references currently used in the HSE Defense pathway.
00101
BASIC SAFETY
Construction Site Safety Orientation foundation.
75101
INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY
Beginning module in the current Field Safety curriculum.
75201
INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
Beginning module in the Safety Technology curriculum.
46101
FUNDAMENTALS OF CREW LEADERSHIP
Optional leadership add-on currently offered by HSE Defense.
75901
FALL PROTECTION ORIENTATION
Optional fall protection add-on currently offered by HSE Defense.
NCCER SAFETY CREDENTIALS
BUILD RECOGNIZED SAFETY CREDENTIALS. ADVANCE YOUR CAREER.
HSE Defense offers a flexible NCCER Construction Site Safety training path for working safety professionals, supervisors, and craft professionals ready to move into safety leadership.
FIVE CREDENTIALS. ONE CLEAR PATH.
BUILD THE NCCER SAFETY PATHWAY STEP BY STEP.
NCCER’s Construction Site Safety Program recognizes a progression from entry-level safety orientation through supervisor and technician credentials. HSE Defense helps you complete the required training in a flexible format.
05
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY TECHNICIAN (CSST)
Advanced NCCER credential earned by completing the required Field Safety and Safety Technology curricula.
04
SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
Administrative and program-level safety curriculum. Begins with Module 75201.
03
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY SUPERVISOR (CSSS)
NCCER credential designation earned through the prescribed Field Safety module set.
02
FIELD SAFETY
Jobsite safety curriculum. Begins with Introduction to Safety, Module 75101.
01
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY ORIENTATION (CSSO)
Basic Safety is the entry point. Module 00101.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
FLEXIBLE TRAINING BUILT AROUND WORKING PROFESSIONALS.
The current HSE Defense program combines virtual instruction and testing with in-person performance verification in Houston.
HOUSTON
IN-PERSON VERIFICATION
Performance profiles at the HSE Defense facility in Houston, with weekend availability.
VIRTUAL
VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION + TESTING
One-on-one instruction and module tests via Microsoft Teams.
14
14 PERFORMANCE PROFILES
Hands-on assessments completed in person.
20
20 WRITTEN MODULE TESTS
Knowledge checks completed throughout the program.
COURSE + MODULE REFERENCES
KNOW WHAT YOU ARE COMPLETING.
For clarity, CSSS and CSST are NCCER credential designations earned through required module sets. They are not single standalone module numbers. The numbered modules below are the key course references currently used in the HSE Defense pathway.
75901
FALL PROTECTION ORIENTATION
Optional fall protection add-on currently offered by HSE Defense.
46101
FUNDAMENTALS OF CREW LEADERSHIP
Optional leadership add-on currently offered by HSE Defense.
75201
INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
Beginning module in the Safety Technology curriculum.
75101
INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY
Beginning module in the current Field Safety curriculum.
00101
BASIC SAFETY
Construction Site Safety Orientation foundation.
CHOOSE THE FORMAT THAT FITS
MULTIPLE WAYS TO COMPLETE YOUR TRAINING.
Current pricing is intentionally not shown on this Version 1.0 page. Contact HSE Defense for current program pricing, scheduling, and payment options.
PAY AS YOU GO
Complete the program module by module with payment collected as each session is scheduled.
ONLINE WORKSHOP
A structured four-week virtual training experience led by Construction Site Safety Master Instructors.
FAST TRACK
For experienced industry professionals who want to move through the credential pathway at their own pace.
READY TO START YOUR NCCER PATH?
REQUEST CURRENT PROGRAM OPTIONS.
Tell us about your experience and goals. We’ll help identify the right starting point, format, and next step.
CHOOSE THE FORMAT THAT FITS
MULTIPLE WAYS TO COMPLETE YOUR TRAINING.
Current pricing is intentionally not shown presently. Contact HSE Defense for current program pricing, scheduling, and payment options.
FAST TRACK
For experienced industry professionals who want to move through the credential pathway at their own pace.
ONLINE WORKSHOP
A structured four-week virtual training experience led by Construction Site Safety Master Instructors.
PAY AS YOU GO
Complete the program module by module with payment collected as each session is scheduled.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
FLEXIBLE TRAINING BUILT AROUND WORKING PROFESSIONALS.
The current HSE Defense program combines virtual instruction and testing with in-person performance verification in Houston.
20
WRITTEN MODULE TESTS
Knowledge checks completed throughout the program.
14
PERFORMANCE PROFILES
Hands-on assessments completed in person.
VIRTUAL
INSTRUCTION + TESTING
One-on-one instruction and module tests via Microsoft Teams.
HOUSTON
IN-PERSON VERIFICATION
Performance profiles at the HSE Defense facility, with weekend availability.
READY TO START YOUR NCCER PATH?
REQUEST CURRENT PROGRAM OPTIONS.
Tell us about your experience and goals. We’ll help identify the right starting point, format, and next step.
NCCER Safety Career Program
A structured path for professionals pursuing industry-recognized safety credentials and leadership responsibility.
Practical training for equipment inspectors, competent persons, and teams working at height.
Workforce training and compliance education designed around real operational risks.
FEATURED TRAINING PROGRAMS
BUILD CREDENTIALS THAT MOVE WITH YOU
Choose from industry-focused safety programs designed for working professionals and organizations. Compare options, understand the credential, and contact our team to get started.