Membership

Be part of the elevation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in Alberta by joining the Alberta Society of Health and Safety Professionals. As we work toward becoming Alberta’s leading Professional Regulatory Organization (PRO) for OHS, your membership not only supports our mission but also helps shape the future of our collective professions.

ASHSP membership is open to OHS professionals, students, and supporters passionate about advancing safety standards. By joining, you’ll connect with a community dedicated to promoting professionalism, competency, and public trust in OHS practices across Alberta. Explore our membership options below and find your place in this vital community dedicated to protecting Albertans.



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Membership Categories

General Member

Applicants hold recognized certifications or designations in Occupational Health and Safety and are committed to professionalism and high standards in the field.  The 2024 annual membership fee for a General Member is $100.00.

Eligible designations include:

  • CHSC (Certified Health and Safety Consultant)
  • CHSMSA (Certified Health and Safety Management Systems Auditor)
  • CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)
  • CFIOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Chartered Fellow)
  • CMIOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Chartered Member)
  • COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse)
  • CPE (Certified Professional Ergonomist)
  • CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional)
  • CRST (Canadian Registered Safety Technician)
  • CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
  • HSA (Health and Safety Administrator)
  • MSO (Manufacturing Safety Officer)
  • NCSO (National Construction Safety Officer)
  • OHN (Occupational Health Nurse member of the AOHNA)
  • QSR (Qualified Safety Representative)
  • ROH (Registered Occupational Hygienist)
  • ROHT (Registered Occupational Hygiene Technologist)
  • Auditor for an approved Certifying Partner

Student Member

Applicants who have completed, or are currently enrolled in, an educational program that meets the requirements for certification with the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygiene, American Board of Industrial Hygiene, Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals, Canadian Society for Safety Engineering, Board of Certified Safety Professionals, or the International Organization for Safety and Health.

The 2024 annual membership fee for a Student Member is $50.00.

Supporter Member

Individuals who support the Mission of ASHSP, yet do not actively practice in health and safety, are also welcome to join as a  Supporter Member. This membership category is open to those who, in the view of the Registration Committee, can bring valuable diversity, foster enriched dialogue, and build stronger connections with professionals in the Occupational Health and Safety field. Examples include business leaders, legal professionals, and other stakeholders whose perspectives contribute to the advancement of OHS in Alberta.

The 2024 annual membership fee for a Supporter Member is $100.00.