Safety Training in North Carolina: OSHA Courses & Providers (2026)
Find OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and other safety training in North Carolina. NC OSH resources, online and in-person options, and provider list
North Carolina runs its own OSHA program (NC OSH) through the Department of Labor. The state offers free consultation services and training resources that make it easier to get trained and stay compliant.
NC OSH Training Resources
North Carolina’s OSH Division offers:
- Free consultation Confidential workplace safety assessments
- Training seminars NC DOL conducts safety training seminars across the state
- Outreach programs Targeted training for high-hazard industries
Common Certifications
- OSHA 10 Construction. Expected by most contractors ($25-$89 online)
- OSHA 30 Construction. Expected for supervisors ($89-$189 online)
- OSHA 10 General Industry. For manufacturing and pharma workers
- Forklift Certification. Strong demand in logistics and manufacturing
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour. For environmental remediation and military installations
- Fall Protection. Required for construction workers
Online Training
Authorized providers: OSHA Education Center, 360Training, ClickSafety, CareerSafe, National Safety Council.
In-Person Training
Charlotte:
- Fastest-growing construction market in the state
- Multiple training providers serving the metro area
Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill):
- NC State University (IES) offers OSHA courses, HAZWOPER, and specialty training through the Industry Expansion Solutions program
- Biotech and pharmaceutical safety training
- UNC occupational health programs
Greensboro / Winston-Salem / High Point:
- Manufacturing-focused safety training
- Furniture industry specific courses
Military areas (Fayetteville, Jacksonville):
- Safety training for military contractors
- HAZWOPER and construction safety courses
Statewide:
- NC State University IES. One of the strongest training programs in the state. Offers OSHA 500/510 trainer courses, HAZWOPER, confined space, and more.
- NC community colleges offer occupational safety programs
- NC DOL training seminars held at locations across the state
For North Carolina regulatory requirements, see our North Carolina workplace safety guide.