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CERTIFIED UTILITY SAFETY PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

THE DEFINING BENCHMARK IN UTILITY SAFETY

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Accredited by the International Society for Performance Improvement

Now available in the United States and Canada!

“Obtaining my CUSP credential has enabled me to grow both personally and professionally. By earning the certification, I have demonstrated to others that I have the skills and knowledge necessary to not only perform my work safely but to provide strong leadership as well.” ~ Kirk Coffey, CUSP, Contractor Specialist, Duke Energy

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PROGRAM

Exams and EligibilityBase Exams:BLUE – At least 3 years of utility operations leadership experience & 1 year in a role where safety activities are a part of your job description

GREEN – At least 3 years experience in a dedicated utility safety or training leadership role

Endorsement Exams:• Transmission & Distribution

• Power Generation

• Gas

• Civil

The CUSP exam includes one base and one endorsement exam. Additional endorsement exams can be taken for a fee. See next page for pricing.

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CUSP Program Offered Entirely Online!The CUSP exam is now administered online, utilizing remote proctoring by secure online exam software. CUSP Online Prep now includes the Utility Safety Leadership Review and live online webinars along with practice exams and test-taking tips.

Benefits for Exam Takers: • No need to travel to a testing location, saving you the additional expenses and time involved

• Online testing dates are scheduled every month — you can choose the date that is most convenient for you!

• Use your own computer or laptop to download and take the exam using secure software

WHAT IS CUSP?

For more information, and to submit your application, visit USOLN.org

3 Steps to CUSP

Certification

3 Steps to CUSP:

Provided by the Utility Safety & Ops Leadership Network (USOLN), the Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) certification program offers a utility-specific credential that meets the unique requirements of utilities and related contractors. It provides industry-wide professional recognition as a utility safety professional and provides employers the assurance of an individual’s broad knowledge, skills and abilities in the utility work environment when hiring or promoting. The USOLN Board of Directors is the oversight body for the Certified Utility Safety Professional Credential. It is an objective and impartial body that is responsible for all decision-making and operations of the certification program.

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Best Value! Become a USOLN Member First! Register to become a member of the Utility Safety & Ops Leadership Network and take advantage of a discount when you register for the CUSP Online Prep + Review and the CUSP exam. Become a member of the USOLN prior to registering in order to receive the discounted rate.

Accredited by the International Society for Performance ImprovementThe Certified Utility Safety Professional is accredited by the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI). The ISPI accreditation provides an independent, third-party validation of the quality and effectiveness of the CUSP credential by a respected and trusted world leader in performance improvement and workplace productivity. It affirms the role of the CUSP credential in creating a safe and productive utility workplace.

CUSP Maintenance & Recertification:In order to recertify for another two years, and to ensure the continuing competence of CUSP credential holders, the USOLN has established a recertification process that requires you to submit proof of continuing professional development along with paying an annual maintenance fee of $140.

It’s easy to submit CUSP points for recertification and pay your CUSP annual maintenance fee online.

Some activities eligible for earning CUSP points include:

• Completing utility safety education or training

• Achieving relevant new certifications

• Volunteering for a safety organization

• Attending professional development conferences

• Contributing to publications/presentations

• Planning safety meetings

Look for the CUSP points icon to identify a CUSP points activity!

REGISTRATION & FEES

CUSP ONLINE PREP + REVIEW USOLN MEMBER PRICE NON-MEMBER PRICE

Offered by the Incident Prevention Institute, sign up at any time (optional) $799 $999

CUSP EXAM

Exam fee includes base exam + 1 endorsement exam $250 $474

ADDITIONAL ITEM FEES

USOLN Annual Membership Dues $155 n/a

Each Additional Endorsement Exam (Optional) $175 $175

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Updated August 2020