CERTIFIED HAZARD CONTROL MANAGER

CHCM Information

The CHCM (Certified Hazard Control Manager)  applies managerial techniques to eliminate or control unsafe and unhealthy conditions. It also deals with behaviors and other factors detrimental to people and property. Established in 1976, the CHCM certification has attracted high caliber Hazard Control Managers who are the achievers and leaders in industry, government, and education. The CHCM Directory has become a "Who's Who" in the field of Hazard Control Management. The essence of the philosophy behind the CHCM is that safety and health administrators must understand and apply management principles in order to effectively manage hazard control programs. These ideas are familiar to a number of professionals, but relatively few have successfully put them into practice. Safety and health professionals can greatly improve their opportunities for advancement by acquiring and coupling management abilities with technical skills. Most organizations seek individuals who possess such talents, seeking career advancement and recognition.

General Qualifications for Certification

CHCM - General Requirements For Certification

Certification candidates must have at least three years experience in hazard control, safety management, safety training, safety compliance, environmental management, occupational health, hazardous materials coordination, fire safety, safety consulting, or as a human resource safety coordinator. Other experience may be acceptable as determined by the Board.

Complete the formal application (Refer to PDF File)

Provide a current job description

Achieve a passing score on the closed book CHCM exam

Provide two reference evaluations from persons who know the candidates abilities (Refer to PDF File)

Official transcripts may be required to validate education level

Attach appropriate supporting documents to the formal application

(1) Candidates holding a professional hazard certifications or similar certifications may submit a copy of their certification(s) in lieu of official transcripts.

Special Certification Considerations—Candidates not meeting all of the above requirements may still qualify but must meet one of the following additional criteria and be approved by the Board on a case-by-case basis.

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Applications–The formal application is found here (Application). Print a copy and complete the entire form. All requested information must be entered. Check the CHCM in the upper right corner of page 1. Please mail the completed application to the Board’s mailing address at P.O. Box 1662, Pelham, AL 35124. Please attach all supporting documentation as outlined in the in the General Information section above. Enclose the $125.00 Application Fee with the formal application paperwork. The application fee is non-refundable.

Reference Evaluations–This form is here (Reference Forms). Print two copies and send to two people who can attest to your qualifications. Instruct those completing the forms to mail them to: BCHCM, P.O. Box 1662, Pelham, AL 35124.Exam Preparation Information—Please contact for information Information@chcm-chsp.org

Annual Maintenance—Each CHCM holder must renew their certification annually. The Board will invoice each candidate annually for $75.00 and include a new wallet card. When the annual renewal fee is received by the Board, your status will be updated and your certification will be current.