{"product_id":"breaking-into-safety-sharon-jost-9781968845377","title":"Breaking Into Safety: A Practical Career Guide for Men and Women Ready for the Field: From Entry-Level Safety Professional to Consultant and Industry","description":"\u003cp\u003eAre you considering a career in occupational safety but don't know where to start?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreaking Into Safety is a practical, no-nonsense guide designed for men and women who want to build a successful career in construction safety, workplace safety, and safety consulting. Written by experienced safety professional Sharon Jost, this book provides a realistic roadmap for entering the safety industry, earning certifications, landing your first job, and advancing into leadership and consulting roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike generic career guides, this book goes beyond theory and explains what life in the safety profession truly looks like-from long hours and fieldwork to building trust with crews, communicating effectively, and developing the leadership skills employers value most.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside you'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* How to determine if a safety career is right for you\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Education and certification pathways including OSHA, CHST, CSP, GSP, CSHO, and SHEP\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Strategies for landing your first safety job\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* What employers really look for in safety professionals\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* How to build credibility and become a respected safety leader\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* The realities of construction safety life, travel, and work-life balance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* How to transition into safety consulting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Common consulting mistakes and how to avoid them\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Business, tax, LLC, and S-Corp considerations for independent consultants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Strategies for scaling a successful consulting practice without burnout\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a recent graduate, construction worker looking to transition into safety, military veteran, career changer, or aspiring consultant, this book provides the practical guidance needed to build a rewarding and sustainable career in workplace safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're ready to protect people, grow professionally, and create long-term opportunities in one of the most important industries in the workforce, Breaking Into Safety is your roadmap to success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Sharon Jost\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968845372\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781968845377\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Sharon Jost\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/29\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 62\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.27lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d","brand":"Sharon Jost","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48874700833023,"sku":"9781968845377","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/breaking-into-safety-sharon-jost-9781968845377","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}