If you’re new to a safety role, or safety just landed on your desk…you’re not alone. That’s exactly why the North Dakota Safety Council created a clear, supportive starting point for new safety professionals.
This page is designed to help you move from overwhelmed to in control. For more than 78 years, organizations across the United States have trusted the North Dakota Safety Council to guide them with credible training, practical expertise, and a relentless focus through our mission of preventing injuries and saving lives.
Your Safety Journey Starts Here
We offer foundational training built for new safety professionals. Whether you’re brand new or filling a safety role for the first time, these courses give you the confidence and clarity to do the job right. Together, these courses create a step-by-step learning path, so you’re not guessing your way through safety.
New Safety Professional 101
Safety basics, responsibilities, and where to start
New Safety Professional 102
Hazard recognition, compliance fundamentals, documentation and building programs
New Safety Professional 103
OSHA recordkeeping basics, engaging employees, and strengthening culture
Essential Compliance Courses You’ll Use Every Day
New safety professionals are often expected to “just know” compliance. We make sure you actually do.
Why it matters: OSHA citations can cost employers thousands per violation and recordkeeping errors are among the most common.
OSHA Recordkeeping
Understand OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 with confidence
Principles of Occupational Safety & Health
A broad, practical introduction to workplace safety
DOT Compliance
Navigate DOT rules, driver qualifications, and regulatory requirements
Guidance From Experts – Not Just Classes
Training is only part of the equation. What sets NDSC apart is access to real safety experts who understand your industries, your regulations, and your challenges.
Member Benefits That Support You Beyond the Classroom
NDSC member companies receive:
• Access to Training Consultants for ongoing guidance
• A Safety Consultant Visit to help identify risks and opportunities on-site
• Course and Conference discounts
That means you’re never navigating safety alone. Learn more about NDSC membership.
Why NDSC?
For decades, NDSC has helped businesses and communities. Safety isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about knowing where to start and who to trust.
Darcy Turcotte
Workplace Safety Program Manager
dl: (701) 751-6109
ph: (701) 223-6372
tf: (800) 932-8890
