NASPCB Certification Board

The NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Board (NASPCB) is a separately functioning entity established to oversee the NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Program and to separate the roles and responsibilities between the NASP/IASP, Inc. Board of Directors and the NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Program to maintain impartiality and neutrality. The Certification Board operates independently to establish and uphold high standards of competence for workplace safety professionals, to evaluate professionals against those standards, and to increase safety in the workplace through the CSD and MSP credentials.

With strategic oversight from the Executive Board, the NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Board was established to set the standards and qualifications for individuals who practice specific disciplines within the workplace safety profession; to establish voluntary certification testing of applicants who meet or exceed the training, educational, and professional experience requirements set by the Certification Board; to annually review, and if necessary, revise the standards and qualifications, as well as the Board's provisions in the NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Program Operations Manual and NASP/IASP, Inc. Certification Program Candidate Handbook.

NASPCB Statement of Impartiality

Committees

Knowledge and Skills Committee

The Knowledge and Skill Committee consists of up to eight SMEs and maintains and revalidates the body of knowledge for CSD and MSP certifications. They conduct job analyses and update exam content criteria to ensure relevance and rigor.

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Item Writing Committee

The Item Writing Committee is responsible for creating and updating exam questions, and ensures items meet quality standards and align with current certification requirements. All questions are submitted for psychometric review before inclusion.

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Examination Committee

The Examination Committee sets and maintains exam performance standards, reviews results, and ensures score reliability. They also protect the security and integrity of all examination processes.

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Appeals and Complaints Committee

The Appeals and Complaints Committee investigates appeals and complaints related to exam outcomes and ethical violations. It ensures decisions align with NASP/IASP policies and maintains fairness in the certification process.

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Certifications

Certification Prep Courses

Board of Advisors

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Teresa L. Amey

Certification Director

Teresa L. Amey

Certification Director

Teresa L. Amey's previous career comprises a Facilities Management background, providing guidance and clear directives for efficient and safe facility operations. She offers strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and internal auditing, complemented by an extensive background in facility management, organizational management, administrative management, and functions. Teresa conveys in-depth knowledge of developing and implementing policies, procedures, document and records management, and maintenance of Quality Management Systems (QMS). She is an ISO 9001:2015 Trained Internal Quality Auditor promoting ongoing quality, compliance, and process improvement. Her competencies include the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 Standard General Requirements for Bodies Operating Certification of Persons, ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems, and ANSI/IACET 1-2018 Standard for Continuing Education and Training. Teresa holds NASP's Certified Safety Manager Certificate (CSM) and Safety Director Certificate (SDC) credentials.

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John Rawlings

Knowledge and Skills Committee Chair

John Rawlings

Knowledge and Skills Committee Chair

Mr. John Rawlings has served in safety over the past 17 years after retiring from the Army as an Infantry Officer. He has had the privilege of working globally on a myriad of projects throughout his safety journey, from high-rise construction, pharmaceutical labs and clinics, hospitals, schools, theme parks, fuel depots, and environmental sites across the United States.

John holds an MA from Webster University and a BA from Colorado Christian University.

John holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) and Certified Safety Manager Construction Certificate (CSMC) credentials. He holds five BCSP credentials: (Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Safety Trained Supervisor (STS), Safety Management Specialist (SMS), and Certified Environmental Trainer (CET) ).

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Brian Fuller

Knowledge and Skills Committee Vice Chair

Brian Fuller

Knowledge and Skills Committee Vice Chair

Mr. Brian Fuller is the Director of Safety and Health at KGPCo. He has over 19 years of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field, with expertise in telecommunications, construction, commercial diving, and crane industries.

Brian holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification. His additional credentials include, Certified Chemical Safety Technician, Certified Rigging/Signaling Instructor, Certified Environmental Health and Safety Management Specialist, and Hazard Analysis Technician. Brian was honored with the title of Corporate Trainer of the Year by Crane and Rigging Hotline Magazine in October 2012.

Ralph-Brugueras

Ralph Steven Brugueras

Item Writing Committee Chair

Ralph Steven Brugueras

Item Writing Committee Chair

Mr. Ralph Steven Brugueras is the Environmental Safety and Health Manager for PAE, National Security Solutions. He currently operates for a publicly traded government services contracting company as a senior advisor to their executive management team within its National Security Solutions business line. He boasts extensive international experience in safety management. His safety career began as a non-commissioned officer serving in forward-deployed combat zones where safety was key to every mission.

Ralph holds a BS in Occupational Safety and Health - Fire Safety and an MS in Occupational Safety and Health - Environmental Management from Columbia Southern University.

Ralph holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) credential., He holds BCSP's Associate Safety Professional (ASP) credential. His additional credentials include OSHA Authorized Instructor, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Aaron-Keys

Aaron J. Keyes

Item Writing Committee Vice Chair

Aaron J. Keyes

Item Writing Committee Vice Chair

Mr. Aaron J. Keyes has worked as an OHS consultant in construction and other industrial capacities since 2005. He has completed various training with the American Heart Association and the American Safety and Health Institute.

Aaron holds an MS in Occupational Safety and Health and a BS in Fire Safety from Columbia Southern University.

Aaron holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) credential. His additional credentials include Basic EMT, HAZWOPER, Swiftwater and Rope Rescue, and Multi-hazard Planning for Childcare.

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Craig Bellew

Examination Committee Chair

Craig Bellew

Examination Committee Chair

Mr. Craig Bellew is the Director Corporate EHS for Airtek Construction. He is responsible for developing strategies to improve the company's overall safety performance in its drive toward zero injuries. Craig has over 21 years of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) experience, having served in EHS and frontline management positions, and has extensive knowledge in Heavy Industrial Construction.

Craig holds a BS from Valdosta State University. He is a professional member of the American Society of Safety Professionals - ASSP and the National Safety Council - NSC.

Craig holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) and Certified Safety Manager Certificate (CSM) credentials. He has several OTI certificates and is a Rigging and Signalman Instructor. In 2010, Craig was named to the National Safety Council - "NSC's Top 40 under 40" for up-and-coming Safety Professionals for his work on the Darling Downs Combined Cycle Power Project in Queensland, Australia.

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Michael Anastasio

Examination Committee Vice Chair

Michael Anastasio

Examination Committee Vice Chair

Mr. Michael Anastasio is the Environmental, Health, and Safety Site Manager SUEZ WTS (formerly GE Water), Trevose, Pennsylvania. As an EHS Manager for 400+ employees and contractors, he transforms businesses and instills a work culture based on safety. He is an Authorized OSHA Trainer with experience writing and implementing EHS training documents and EHS programs. His focus is on employee safety, training, and company compliance while searching for new and innovative ways to promote safety and cut costs.

Michael holds a BS Biology/ Minor in Chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh and is working towards his MS in Safety Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Michael holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) credential. His additional credentials include, Certified HAZWOPER Trainer, Certified Forklift Trainer, and Confined Space Specialist.

Marcus-Simpson

Marcus Simpson

Appeals and Complaints Committee Chair

Marcus Simpson

Appeals and Complaints Committee Chair

Mr. Marcus Simpson is the Director for Safety at the University of North Dakota. He has over 20 years of experience in the safety field and holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. Marc was born in Georgia and is an Air Force veteran, which provided him with his first taste of North Dakota and his much better half, Marcie, a UND grad.

Marc holds NASP's Master Safety Professional (MSP)® certification, Certified Safety Manager Construction Certificate (CSMC), Certified Environmental Manager Certificate (CEM), and HAZWOPER Train the Trainer (HTTT) credentials. His additional credentials include Certified Mold Inspector, Certified Asbestos Inspector, Certified Lead Inspector, MEWP Train the Trainer, OSHA 30, POST certified in GA and ND, Certified EPA 24 Hr. Hazardous Material Technician. In 2023, Marc was awarded the NSC Distinguished Service to Safety Award by the National Safety Council.

Steve-Winn

Steve Winn

Appeals and Complaints Committee Vice Chair

Steve Winn

Appeals and Complaints Committee Vice Chair

Mr. Steve Winn is the Mountain West District Safety Manager at Malcolm Drilling. He oversees the district's workplace safety and health programs and staff, ensuring strong collaboration with business unit leaders and teams across the district. Programs include, but are not limited to, safety management systems, worker's compensation, industrial hygiene, reducing environmental workplace hazards, hearing conservation, contractor safety, close-call reporting, and medical response to injuries. He proactively develops and monitors safety performance goals and metrics, achieving compliance with all applicable safety and health regulations, including but not limited to those required by OSHA, General Contractors, and the states where the work is accomplished.

Winn joined the United States Marine Corps in 1985, switched services in 1986 to the United States Air Force, becoming a USAF -Fire Fighter, and served in the United States Air Force Combat Veteran Gulf War 1991. After finishing his enlistment in 1992, he remained in the Fire Service for over 32 years. After leaving Active Duty, Winn has worked for various Government Contractors, including EG&G, Halliburton, Fire Chief for Kandahar, Airfield (KAF) Afghanistan, ATK Emergency Manager, DynCorp Deputy Director Fire and Emergency Services for Southern Afghanistan, and the Fire Chief and EHS QA/QC Manager at the US Embassy in Kabul Afghanistan.

Steve holds a BS in Fire Science and Safety in 2004 and obtained his MBA in 2006 from the University of Maryland, Texas A&M.

Steve holds NASP's Safety Professional Certificate (SPC) and Certified Safety Manager Construction Certificate (CSMC) credentials. His extensive list of credentials includes Fire Officer I, II, III, and IV. Fire Instructor I, II, III. Fire Inspector I, II, III. Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Material Incident Commander, Hazardous Materials Technician, Fire Rescue Confined Space Incident Commander, Pump Operator/Instructor, National Fire Academy Emergency Response to Terrorism, ICS (100,200,300,400,700,800), OSHA 30, Certified Facility Security Officer, and Certified Emergency Medical Responder.