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Occupational Safety and Health

OSHA 500 - Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry

FPM-40280

This course is designed for individuals interested in teaching the 10- and 30-hour construction safety and health Outreach Training Program to their employees and other interested groups. Using OSHA Construction Standards as a guide, special emphasis is placed on those topics required in the 10- and 30-hour programs as well as those which are most hazardous.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Students are briefed on effective instructional approaches and use of visual aids and handouts. This course allows the student to become a trainer in the OSHA Outreach Training Program, to conduct both 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach classes, and to issue cards to participants after verifying course completion.

Students who wish to participate as authorized Outreach trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program must prepare a presentation on an assigned OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program topic individually or as part of a group and successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course.

REQUIRED PREREQUISITES

Verification of Prerequisite Form must include:

  • OSHA 510 course completed within the past 7 years.

  • Five (5) years of construction safety experience. A bachelor or higher college degree in occupational safety and health or industrial hygiene by an accredited college or university, a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation in the applicable training area may be substituted for two years of experience.

SUBMIT the following to oshatraining@ucsd.edu:

  1. Verification of Prerequisite Form

  2. OSHA 510 course completion documentation

IMPORTANT: Please allow 10 business days for processing of submitted documentation. Prerequisite Verification Forms are being reviewed and processed based on the start date of the applicant’s selection.

Course Information

In-Person
Live Online
3.00 units
$825.00
Notes: Beginning September 1, 2024, the VILT (Virtual Instructor Led Training) classes at the UC San Diego OTIEC are available to anyone who lives or works in the newly realigned OSHA San Francisco Region: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.

Additionally, if you are a current Outreach Trainer with UC San Diego, regardless of your residence, you are still eligible to attend a Trainer Update Course (OSHA 502, OSHA 503, OSHA 5402).

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This course applies to these programs

Professional Safety and Health Officer

Course sessions

Closed

Section ID:

194385

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 1/20/26-1/23/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
1/20/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
1/21/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
1/22/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
1/23/2026 Fri 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Closed

Instructor: Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.

Career spent in both manufacturing for the special event industry and later in live event and entertainment production and safety. Mostly focused in infrastructure and production aspects of large scale events.
 
Credendials
CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT
 
Qualifications
BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.
Full Bio
Closed

Section ID:

194394

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 1/19/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 2/2/26-2/5/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
2/2/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
2/3/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
2/4/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
2/5/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Closed

Instructor: Rudy Schroeder

Rudy Schroeder

Construction Operations and Management for over 30 years and a Safety Management Consultant specializing in Training and Loss Prevention services

Rudy Schroeder has been in construction operations and management for over 30 years. He is the only certified instructor in trench rescue for the California State Fire Marshall that is not employed as a firefighter or in the fire service. Schroeder is a safety management consultant specializing in training and loss prevention services.

Full Bio
Closed

Section ID:

194404

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 2/3/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 2/17/26-2/20/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
2/17/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
2/18/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
2/19/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
2/20/2026 Fri 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Closed

Instructor: Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.

Career spent in both manufacturing for the special event industry and later in live event and entertainment production and safety. Mostly focused in infrastructure and production aspects of large scale events.
 
Credendials
CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT
 
Qualifications
BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.
Full Bio
Closed

Section ID:

194421

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 2/16/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 3/2/26-3/5/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
3/2/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/3/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/4/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/5/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Closed

Instructor: Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.

Mark started his safety and health career in 1979 when he joined the United States Coast Guard working as a Hospital Corpsman and Flight Medic, specializing as a Preventive Medicine Technician (safety & health specialist), until a work-related injury ended his military career.

Mark went on to complete a 26-year career with the State of Arizona’s OSHA program where he held positions as a Compliance officer in both Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Safety Consultant, Consultation Manager, VPP Coordinator, and Assistant Director. Mark left ADOSH to work as the Safety & Health Manager for a large water utility, eventually retiring from government service in 2012.

In addition to joining UCSD-OTI in 2012, Mark started a consulting company traveling the country as a consultant, speaker, and trainer, sharing the experience gained, and the lessons learned, from over 4 decades as an Occupational Safety & Health professional.

Mark holds a BS in Business Management and MA in Organizational Management and has published two books on the topic of safety and health management. Mark's work in the safety & health field has been recognized with such honors as the 2008 National VPPPA Chairman’s Award, the 2009 ASSE Southern Arizona Chapter "Safety Professional of the Year" and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal for his work in Occupational Safety & Health. His hobbies include camping, hunting, fishing, photography and traveling with his wife Kassie, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Credentials
MAOM, RSP, CSSM

 
Qualifications
Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.
 
Full Bio
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Section ID:

194451

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 3/2/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 3/16/26-3/19/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
3/16/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/17/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/18/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/19/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.

Career spent in both manufacturing for the special event industry and later in live event and entertainment production and safety. Mostly focused in infrastructure and production aspects of large scale events.
 
Credendials
CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT
 
Qualifications
BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.
Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

194495

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/16/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 3/30/26-4/2/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
3/30/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
3/31/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/1/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/2/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.

Mark started his safety and health career in 1979 when he joined the United States Coast Guard working as a Hospital Corpsman and Flight Medic, specializing as a Preventive Medicine Technician (safety & health specialist), until a work-related injury ended his military career.

Mark went on to complete a 26-year career with the State of Arizona’s OSHA program where he held positions as a Compliance officer in both Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Safety Consultant, Consultation Manager, VPP Coordinator, and Assistant Director. Mark left ADOSH to work as the Safety & Health Manager for a large water utility, eventually retiring from government service in 2012.

In addition to joining UCSD-OTI in 2012, Mark started a consulting company traveling the country as a consultant, speaker, and trainer, sharing the experience gained, and the lessons learned, from over 4 decades as an Occupational Safety & Health professional.

Mark holds a BS in Business Management and MA in Organizational Management and has published two books on the topic of safety and health management. Mark's work in the safety & health field has been recognized with such honors as the 2008 National VPPPA Chairman’s Award, the 2009 ASSE Southern Arizona Chapter "Safety Professional of the Year" and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal for his work in Occupational Safety & Health. His hobbies include camping, hunting, fishing, photography and traveling with his wife Kassie, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Credentials
MAOM, RSP, CSSM

 
Qualifications
Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.
 
Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

194522

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 3/30/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 4/13/26-4/16/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
4/13/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/14/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/15/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/16/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.

Mark started his safety and health career in 1979 when he joined the United States Coast Guard working as a Hospital Corpsman and Flight Medic, specializing as a Preventive Medicine Technician (safety & health specialist), until a work-related injury ended his military career.

Mark went on to complete a 26-year career with the State of Arizona’s OSHA program where he held positions as a Compliance officer in both Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Safety Consultant, Consultation Manager, VPP Coordinator, and Assistant Director. Mark left ADOSH to work as the Safety & Health Manager for a large water utility, eventually retiring from government service in 2012.

In addition to joining UCSD-OTI in 2012, Mark started a consulting company traveling the country as a consultant, speaker, and trainer, sharing the experience gained, and the lessons learned, from over 4 decades as an Occupational Safety & Health professional.

Mark holds a BS in Business Management and MA in Organizational Management and has published two books on the topic of safety and health management. Mark's work in the safety & health field has been recognized with such honors as the 2008 National VPPPA Chairman’s Award, the 2009 ASSE Southern Arizona Chapter "Safety Professional of the Year" and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal for his work in Occupational Safety & Health. His hobbies include camping, hunting, fishing, photography and traveling with his wife Kassie, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Credentials
MAOM, RSP, CSSM

 
Qualifications
Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.
 
Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

196750

Class type:

This is a traditional classroom setting.

All class meetings held in-person according to published location, dates and times. Students may be expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 3/30/2026

Note:

This is an open-enrollment In-Person class in Las Vegas at the Nevada Contractors Assoc. 4/13/26-4/16/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End Location
4/13/2026 Mon 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 1, Nevada Contractors Association, 150 N. Durango Dr., Las Vegas
4/14/2026 Tue 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 1, Nevada Contractors Association, 150 N. Durango Dr., Las Vegas
4/15/2026 Wed 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 1, Nevada Contractors Association, 150 N. Durango Dr., Las Vegas
4/16/2026 Thu 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 1, Nevada Contractors Association, 150 N. Durango Dr., Las Vegas
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Instructor: Rudy Schroeder

Rudy Schroeder

Construction Operations and Management for over 30 years and a Safety Management Consultant specializing in Training and Loss Prevention services

Rudy Schroeder has been in construction operations and management for over 30 years. He is the only certified instructor in trench rescue for the California State Fire Marshall that is not employed as a firefighter or in the fire service. Schroeder is a safety management consultant specializing in training and loss prevention services.

Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

197729

Class type:

This is a traditional classroom setting.

All class meetings held in-person according to published location, dates and times. Students may be expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 4/13/2026

Note:

****This is an IN-PERSON class in HAWAII**** Location: 1312 Kaumualii Street, Honolulu, Hawaii. Arrive early for Reserved parking spots/street parking also available.

Schedule:

Date Day Start End Location
4/27/2026 Mon 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Room 1, 721, LLC, 1312 Kuamualii St., Honolulu
4/28/2026 Tue 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Room 1, 721, LLC, 1312 Kuamualii St., Honolulu
4/29/2026 Wed 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Room 1, 721, LLC, 1312 Kuamualii St., Honolulu
4/30/2026 Thu 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Room 1, 721, LLC, 1312 Kuamualii St., Honolulu
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Instructor: Robert McCarthy, MS, OHST, GSP, CSMP, CPSI

Robert McCarthy, MS, OHST, GSP, CSMP, CPSI

Serves as the Deputy Director in the support of Safety Director, Installation Safety Directorate, Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH).

Credentials
MS, OHST, GSP, CSMP, CPSI
Full Bio
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Section ID:

194531

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 4/13/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 4/27/26-4/30/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
4/27/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/28/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/29/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
4/30/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.

Career spent in both manufacturing for the special event industry and later in live event and entertainment production and safety. Mostly focused in infrastructure and production aspects of large scale events.
 
Credendials
CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT
 
Qualifications
BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.
Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

194565

Class type:

This is a traditional classroom setting.

All class meetings held in-person according to published location, dates and times. Students may be expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 4/27/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

This is an In-Person Class at 8980 Villa La Jolla Dr. La Jolla CA 92037 5/11/26-5/14/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End Location
5/11/2026 Mon 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 445, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego
5/12/2026 Tue 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 445, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego
5/13/2026 Wed 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 445, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego
5/14/2026 Thu 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Room 445, UCSD Division of Extended Studies 8980, 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive, San Diego
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Instructor: John Marsden, CHST, COSS, CET

John Marsden, CHST, COSS, CET

John has instructed health and safety classes for over 15 years to a wide range of construction crafts all over the country.

John Marsden has been with the UC San Diego OSHA Training Institute Education Center since 2013. He teaches the Safety Leadership courses and OSHA standards and trainer courses.

John's career includes over 20 years as a union steamfitter. He worked mostly as HVAC assistant service manager for 3 different companies over 15 years. Additionally, John is a Nuclear trained Submarine qualified U.S. Navy veteran.

He taught for 20 years as an apprenticeship and journeyman for United Association District Council 16. He also instructed safety and health for United Association as a Master Safety Instructor. John is the owner and lead instructor of Marsden Master Safety Training.

John is a certified Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) and a Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT) as well as being a Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) and Certified Occupational Safety Manager (COSM). John is a NESHA Master Instructor and Master Safety Professional. He has held a California vocational state teaching credential.

Credentials
CHST, COSS, CET
Full Bio
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Section ID:

194585

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 5/18/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 6/1/26-6/4/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
6/1/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
6/2/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
6/3/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
6/4/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.

Mark started his safety and health career in 1979 when he joined the United States Coast Guard working as a Hospital Corpsman and Flight Medic, specializing as a Preventive Medicine Technician (safety & health specialist), until a work-related injury ended his military career.

Mark went on to complete a 26-year career with the State of Arizona’s OSHA program where he held positions as a Compliance officer in both Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Safety Consultant, Consultation Manager, VPP Coordinator, and Assistant Director. Mark left ADOSH to work as the Safety & Health Manager for a large water utility, eventually retiring from government service in 2012.

In addition to joining UCSD-OTI in 2012, Mark started a consulting company traveling the country as a consultant, speaker, and trainer, sharing the experience gained, and the lessons learned, from over 4 decades as an Occupational Safety & Health professional.

Mark holds a BS in Business Management and MA in Organizational Management and has published two books on the topic of safety and health management. Mark's work in the safety & health field has been recognized with such honors as the 2008 National VPPPA Chairman’s Award, the 2009 ASSE Southern Arizona Chapter "Safety Professional of the Year" and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal for his work in Occupational Safety & Health. His hobbies include camping, hunting, fishing, photography and traveling with his wife Kassie, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Credentials
MAOM, RSP, CSSM

 
Qualifications
Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.
 
Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

197788

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/1/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 6/15/26-6/18/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
6/15/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
6/16/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
6/17/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
6/18/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Rudy Schroeder

Rudy Schroeder

Construction Operations and Management for over 30 years and a Safety Management Consultant specializing in Training and Loss Prevention services

Rudy Schroeder has been in construction operations and management for over 30 years. He is the only certified instructor in trench rescue for the California State Fire Marshall that is not employed as a firefighter or in the fire service. Schroeder is a safety management consultant specializing in training and loss prevention services.

Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

197810

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/22/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 7/6/26-7/9/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
7/6/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
7/7/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
7/8/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
7/9/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Apply Now

Instructor: Rudy Schroeder

Rudy Schroeder

Construction Operations and Management for over 30 years and a Safety Management Consultant specializing in Training and Loss Prevention services

Rudy Schroeder has been in construction operations and management for over 30 years. He is the only certified instructor in trench rescue for the California State Fire Marshall that is not employed as a firefighter or in the fire service. Schroeder is a safety management consultant specializing in training and loss prevention services.

Full Bio
Apply Now

Section ID:

197844

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 7/13/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 7/27/26-7/30/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
7/27/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
7/28/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
7/29/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
7/30/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.

Mark started his safety and health career in 1979 when he joined the United States Coast Guard working as a Hospital Corpsman and Flight Medic, specializing as a Preventive Medicine Technician (safety & health specialist), until a work-related injury ended his military career.

Mark went on to complete a 26-year career with the State of Arizona’s OSHA program where he held positions as a Compliance officer in both Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Safety Consultant, Consultation Manager, VPP Coordinator, and Assistant Director. Mark left ADOSH to work as the Safety & Health Manager for a large water utility, eventually retiring from government service in 2012.

In addition to joining UCSD-OTI in 2012, Mark started a consulting company traveling the country as a consultant, speaker, and trainer, sharing the experience gained, and the lessons learned, from over 4 decades as an Occupational Safety & Health professional.

Mark holds a BS in Business Management and MA in Organizational Management and has published two books on the topic of safety and health management. Mark's work in the safety & health field has been recognized with such honors as the 2008 National VPPPA Chairman’s Award, the 2009 ASSE Southern Arizona Chapter "Safety Professional of the Year" and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal for his work in Occupational Safety & Health. His hobbies include camping, hunting, fishing, photography and traveling with his wife Kassie, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Credentials
MAOM, RSP, CSSM

 
Qualifications
Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.
 
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Section ID:

197857

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 7/27/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates: 8/10/26-8/13/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
8/10/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8/11/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8/12/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8/13/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Mark Norton, MAOM, RSP,CSSM

Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.

Mark started his safety and health career in 1979 when he joined the United States Coast Guard working as a Hospital Corpsman and Flight Medic, specializing as a Preventive Medicine Technician (safety & health specialist), until a work-related injury ended his military career.

Mark went on to complete a 26-year career with the State of Arizona’s OSHA program where he held positions as a Compliance officer in both Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Safety Consultant, Consultation Manager, VPP Coordinator, and Assistant Director. Mark left ADOSH to work as the Safety & Health Manager for a large water utility, eventually retiring from government service in 2012.

In addition to joining UCSD-OTI in 2012, Mark started a consulting company traveling the country as a consultant, speaker, and trainer, sharing the experience gained, and the lessons learned, from over 4 decades as an Occupational Safety & Health professional.

Mark holds a BS in Business Management and MA in Organizational Management and has published two books on the topic of safety and health management. Mark's work in the safety & health field has been recognized with such honors as the 2008 National VPPPA Chairman’s Award, the 2009 ASSE Southern Arizona Chapter "Safety Professional of the Year" and the Coast Guard Achievement Medal for his work in Occupational Safety & Health. His hobbies include camping, hunting, fishing, photography and traveling with his wife Kassie, and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Credentials
MAOM, RSP, CSSM

 
Qualifications
Over 30 years of occupational safety and health experience, 24 of which were spent working for State OSHA in Arizona.
 
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Section ID:

197868

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 8/10/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates:8/24/26-8/27/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
8/24/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8/25/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8/26/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
8/27/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

Kenneth Keberle, CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT

BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.

Career spent in both manufacturing for the special event industry and later in live event and entertainment production and safety. Mostly focused in infrastructure and production aspects of large scale events.
 
Credendials
CSP, ASP, CHST, CIT
 
Qualifications
BS, Northern Arizona University, Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design for Adult Career and Technical Educate from University of Wisconsin - Stout.
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Section ID:

197878

Class type:

Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 8/17/2026
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) classes are overseen with the same guidelines & policies as in-person offerings. Per OSHA guidelines, students are required to have video capabilities and must be visible at all times.If a student cannot comply with this requirement they will not be able to attend class. Students are required to attend all days/times to receive a completion certificate and/or trainer card and must participate via computer. Phones & tablets are not allowed. Dates:8/31/26-9/3/26

Schedule:

Date Day Start End
8/31/2026 Mon 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
9/1/2026 Tue 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
9/2/2026 Wed 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
9/3/2026 Thu 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
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Instructor: Rudy Schroeder

Rudy Schroeder

Construction Operations and Management for over 30 years and a Safety Management Consultant specializing in Training and Loss Prevention services

Rudy Schroeder has been in construction operations and management for over 30 years. He is the only certified instructor in trench rescue for the California State Fire Marshall that is not employed as a firefighter or in the fire service. Schroeder is a safety management consultant specializing in training and loss prevention services.

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