CHST Study Guide 2026–2027

CHST Study Guide 2026–2027 is designed for candidates preparing for the Construction Health and Safety Technician examination and for construction professionals who want a structured review of essential jobsite safety concepts.

Rather than relying on memorization alone, this guide emphasizes the practical judgment needed to recognize hazards, evaluate risk, select effective controls, respond to incidents, and support safer construction operations.

Inside, readers will find comprehensive review of:

Construction hazard recognition and risk assessment
Job Hazard Analysis and pre-task planning
The hierarchy of controls and corrective actions
Fall protection and personal fall arrest systems
Ladder, stairway, guardrail, and access safety
Scaffold inspection and rescue planning
Excavation and trenching hazards
Soil conditions and competent-person responsibilities
Crane operations, rigging, signaling, and lift planning
Heavy equipment and struck-by hazards
Electrical safety and temporary power
Lockout/tagout and hazardous-energy awareness
Hand tools, power tools, and powder-actuated tools
Housekeeping, barricades, material storage, and traffic control
Hazard communication and Safety Data Sheets
Silica, asbestos, lead, dust, fumes, and toxic exposures
Noise, heat stress, cold stress, vibration, and ergonomic hazards
Respiratory protection and PPE selection
Emergency action plans and fire prevention
First aid, medical response, severe weather, and rescue planning
Incident reporting and investigation
Root cause analysis and corrective action
Construction safety programs, training, communication, and leadership

The guide also includes CHST-style practice questions with detailed answer explanations that help readers understand why one answer is stronger than another.

To reinforce exam readiness, the manuscript contains 5 full-length mock exams, allowing candidates to practice hazard recognition, safety prioritization, field judgment, and time management under more realistic exam conditions.

Whether you are a construction safety technician, safety coordinator, field safety representative, supervisor, foreman, or experienced construction professional preparing for certification, this guide provides a structured path from foundational review to full exam practice.

Recognize hazards. Control exposure. Strengthen your safety judgment. Prepare for the CHST exam with confidence.

This is an independently developed educational and exam-preparation resource. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any certification organization or examination provider.