Partnership Between the Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC) and Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)

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INDIANAPOLIS (January 10, 2025) - The Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC) of India. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the advancement of safety standards and professional development within the construction industry, both in India and globally.


This relationship represents a unique opportunity to enhance safety practice in a critical industry while fostering international collaboration. Together, BCSP and CIDC will strengthen the construction sector’s commitment to safety and excellence.


"The recent memorandum of understanding signed by BCSP and CIDC focuses on enhancing safety in India's construction industry through globally accredited professional certification," said BCSP Board President Ashok Garlapati, CSP, QEP, CFIOSH, FASSP. "This partnership falls in line with our strategic objective to expand our reach and further illustrates the concept of "think globally, act locally.'"


CIDC is a leader in the construction industry in India at a pivotal stage. This collaboration will bring greater awareness of BCSP's globally recognized certifications, cutting-edge safety resources, and professional development opportunities to India's construction workforce.


Through this partnership, BCSP and CIDC will focus on promoting a culture of safety, enhancing workforce development, and providing pathways for individuals to achieve professional excellence.


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Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC), established in 1996 by the Planning Commission (now NITI Aayog) of the Government of India, serves as the apex body for the development of the construction industry in India. CIDC is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the construction sector’s performance, promoting skill development, and enhancing workforce safety and welfare. CIDC’s initiatives focus on capacity building, policy advocacy, and ensuring sustainable development within the construction industry.


The Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a not-for-profit corporation recognized as a leader in high-quality, accredited credentialing for safety, health, and environmental (SH&E) practitioners. BCSP establishes standards and certifies competency criteria in professional safety practice. Since 1969, over 100,000 BCSP credentials have been achieved.


For more information on BCSP and CIDC, visit:

BCSP.ORG

CIDC.IN

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