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May 5, 2026 - May 7, 2026
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ASSP Philadelphia Chapter Hosts: “CSP” Certified Safety Professional Exam Prep Workshop by Patrick J Karol
Event Details
– Dates: May 5th – 7th, 2026 (Three-day course)
– Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
– Location: The Drexelbrook (Revere Room)
Registration Costs
– ASSP Member: $1,000.00
– Non-Member: $1,200.00
Course Description
ASSP Philadelphia is excited to offer this workshop to help candidates prepare for the latest Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification examination. The course combines self-directed learning, guided discussions, and lectures organized around the exam blueprint, covering both management theories and the application of safety fundamentals.
Course Specifics
During this three-day session, we will cover the entire CSP11 Study Guide. An exam expert will explain each domain topic, lead discussions on theory and application, and review sample exam questions.
What is Covered
– BCSP CSP11 Blueprint review
– Pearson VUE testing process, BCSP certification requirements, and scoring
– Test-taking and study strategies
– Sample questions and answers for all CSP11 BCSP Domains:
1. Advanced Application of Safety Principles
2. Program Management
3. Risk Management
4. Emergency Management
5. Environmental Management
6. Occupational Health and Applied Science
7. Training
– Knowledge gap identification and personalized study path insights
What is Included in the Cost:
Nito Solutions CSP11 Guidebook
TI-30XS Multiview calculator
Notepad, pen, and highlighter
Breakfast and Lunch (coffee and snacks will also be provided)
Lodging
A block of 10 rooms is available at a guaranteed rate of $169.00 per night. The cut-off date for this rate is April 20th, 2026.
Link to book:
Patrick J. Karol CSP, SMS, CIT
267-528-9527
Current Position – President
Karol Safety Consulting, Inc.
Education – BBA Georgia State University
Certifications:
- Certified Safety Professional
- Safety Management Specialist
- Certified Instructional Trainer
Publications:
Author of Selling Safety, Lessons from a Former Front-Line Supervisor. Published 2019 by CRC Press.
Article, 10 Phrases to Use When Talking About Safety, June 2022 Professional Safety Journal
Article, The Art of Selling Safety, March 2023 EHS Today
Qualifications – Pat’s safety career began as a front-line supervisor with safety as a collateral duty and now involves advising senior leaders on strategies to reduce risk. His experience includes over 25 years in the corporate safety departments of two Fortune 200 companies and the Federal government. Pat is an independent safety and health consultant specializing in strategic safety planning, safety leadership workshops, and motivational speaking.
Pat’s professional safety career includes the following:
- Vice President Safety & Health, Northwinds Services Group
- Co-founder of Nito Solutions, LLC. Exam prep workshops for CSP and ASP certifications.
- Founder Karol Safety Consulting, Inc.
- Sr Director of Safety with EEC Environmental.
- Safety Manager at ARAMARK Corporation Safety & Risk Control Department. Responsibilities include working with senior leadership to develop strategies and tactics to reduce the risk of injury, environmental exposure, and foodborne illnesses.
- Safety and Health contractor to the Transportation Security Administration, where he managed a team responsible for compliance at all US airports in the southeast region.
- Safety Manager at Delta Air Lines Corporate Safety Department.
Pat is a seasoned safety and health professional and speaker, with experience presenting at local, regional, and national conferences. He is a past President of the ASSP Philadelphia Chapter, served as Area Director for the ASSP Keystone (Pennsylvania) Area, and currently serves as Vice President for ASSP Region VIII.
Venue: Drexelbrook Event Center
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