SMP — Safety Management Professional
The Safety Management Professional (SMP) designation from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) recognizes experienced safety leaders who manage, coordinate, and implement organizational safety programs. Formerly known as the Safety Management Specialist (SMS), the SMP credential reflects a broader scope of responsibility, emphasizing strategic safety leadership, regulatory compliance, and multi‑site program oversight.
🎯 Ideal For
- Safety managers and safety program leaders
- Operations and facilities safety supervisors
- Professionals overseeing multi‑site or enterprise‑level safety programs
- Mid‑career EHS professionals progressing toward CSP
📘 Core Competencies
- Safety program development and implementation
- Regulatory compliance and risk control strategies
- Incident investigation and root‑cause analysis
- Safety leadership, communication, and organizational influence
🏛️ Issuer
Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
Note: This credential was formerly known as SMS — Safety Management Specialist.
