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WHAT
IS
THE
CUSP?

WHAT
IS
THE
CUSP?

CUSP

WHAT IS THE CERTIFIED UTILITY SAFETY PROFESSIONAL?

The Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) certification is the only program that offers safety credentials to utilities, related contractors and communication providers. Created by the Utility Safety & Ops Leadership Network (USOLN), the CUSP credential 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.

The certification is terrific. It has given me credibility both in and outside of my organization. It’s been a win-win for both me and my organization.

John Morton, CUSP, Willbros

I have been able to advance my career by having the CUSP. This credential greatly helps the employer know that I have the necessary skills in the utility industry.

Chris Jessie, CUSP, MYR Group

The CUSP certification demonstrates that I met a standard of professional knowledge and reached a milestone in my professional development.

Allen Hair, CUSP, Vectren

CUSP certification has two pathways

  • CUSP Blue pathway is for those in a utility operations leadership role
  • CUSP Green pathway is for those in a dedicated safety or training leadership role
Check Your Eligibility

Apply for CUSP certification

Before you take the CUSP exam, you must submit an application that will be reviewed for eligibility by a committee of utility industry peers/CUSPs. You will be notified within 7-10 business days if your application has been approved.

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