NIOSH Safety Passport
Through the Safety Passport System, workers receive
induction training on safety within the workplace
and are given a “passport” after they successfully pass
an NIOSH-administered assessment. This “passport”
enables them to gain access to specific plants or
companies participating in the programme. Although,
some participating companies may also require a “visa”
before allowing access to their premises, which imposes
additional requirements on workers.
The training programme is modular in nature, and there
are two types of passport systems:
a. Trade-based programme. Workers do not need
to complete all available modules. They receive
training based on the needs of their trades.
b. Generic programme. Participants must complete
all available modules.