AASP Quality Safety Representative (QSR)™
The Qualified Safety Representative (QSR)™ is an accredited designation developed by the Alberta Association for Safety Partnerships (AASP) to provide individuals a development path if choosing an OHS profession as a career or safety leader within their current employment.
Individuals who achieve a QSR™ designation will have a complete understanding of safety responsibilities, expectations, and will be capable in assisting their employer to run an effective safety system. Individuals who complete all required courses and 1 elective are also eligible for 2.5 CMP credits.
Required Courses
Course Accreditation
Individuals who achieve a Qualified Safety Representative (QSR)™ designation will have completed the nine compulsory modules, one elective, written an overall comprehensive exam and passed with a minimum of 70%. Individuals with a QSR will have a complete understanding of safety responsibilities, expectations, and will be capable of assisting their employer in the management of an effective safety system.
Please note: For questions about the QSR and information on writing the comprehensive exam please contact the AASP.
The University of Alberta's Occupational Health & Safety (OH & S) Certificate Program is pleased to honour students who possess the Qualified Safety Representative (QSR) professional designation.
Candidates who receive their QSR Certification will receive a maximum exemption of 21 hours towards the "Enrichment Seminar" requirement of the OH & S Certificate Program.
Students meeting the admission requirements into the OH & S Certificate program can apply for exemption credit by completing the Application for Exemption form
www.extension.ualberta.ca/ohs
Please contact the U of A for further information at 1.800.808.4784 or by e-mail at ohs@ualberta.ca