
Mark BallengeeSMS, CHST
Mark Ballengee is the Owner and Lead Instructor for CST Core Safety Training, a veteran-owned business with over 25 years of experience in construction safety.
The main focus of CST Core Safety Training is to help companies protect their most valuable resources: their people and their reputation.
Where Mark has worked
Mark has served in a variety of levels of responsibility across:
- 01U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (EM-385)
- 02General Contractor
- 03Heavy Civil
- 04Underground and Aerial Utilities
- 05MSHA
Credentials
Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) credentials from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).
SMS
Safety Management Systems
BCSP
CHST
Construction Health & Safety Technician
BCSP
OSHA
OSHA Authorized Trainer
OSHA Outreach Training Program
AHA
First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor
American Heart Association
Vision
To foster a culture of safety where every individual ensures a hazard-free environment, leading to zero accidents and a safer workplace.
Mission
To deliver comprehensive safety training, cultivate a proactive safety mindset, reduce hazards, and promote continuous improvement, prioritizing the well-being of every team member.
Train with someone who has been on the job.
Enroll online for open courses, or call Mark to bring training to your site. Instruction can be provided at your location when a training area and equipment are available.
