What ASP Construction does

ASP Construction (legal name: L'Association paritaire pour la santé et la sécurité du travail du secteur de la construction) is a non-profit paritarian organization founded in 1985 and headquartered in Anjou, Quebec. It is the mandated reference organization for occupational health and safety in Quebec's construction industry, operating under a regulatory framework funded by mandatory employer contributions collected by the CNESST (Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail). The organization serves approximately 35,000 construction employers and 200,000 construction workers through a portfolio of training, advisory, certification, and information services.

Its core offerings include the mandatory 30-hour health and safety course (Cours 30h) required to work on Quebec construction sites, which issues ASP Construction cards; 35 specific occupational training programs covering topics from asbestos to scaffolding; and the exclusive COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification program for construction companies under the FCASC framework. Supporting services include a documentation center with access to 140,000+ OHS documents through the Information SST collective catalog, a bimonthly intelligence newsletter (Veille informationnelle), a quarterly magazine (Savoir Prévenir), a multimedia platform with videos and webinars, and advisory services delivered by 16+ regional prevention advisors covering all Quebec regions.

Revenue is generated through CNESST employer contributions for contributing employers (who receive free training and services), COR certification audit fees ($400 for contributors, $800 for non-contributors, annually), card replacement fees ($20 per card), and publications/material sales to non-contributing entities. The organization operates a web-based member portal for training registration and card management, in-person training across 17+ Quebec cities, and a customer service office in Anjou. Its partnership network includes CNESST, APCHQ, ACQ, SQC, and the broader Quebec paritarian ASP association network.

Name

ASP Construction

Legal name

L'Association paritaire pour la santé et la sécurité du travail du secteur de la construction

Website

https://asp-construction.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ASP Construction is a Quebec non-profit paritarian association that delivers mandatory occupational health and safety training, advisory services, and COR certification to 35,000+ construction employers and 200,000+ workers, funded by CNESST employer contributions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Safety Training

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction Safety & Site Safety Management (EDABAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Safety, Compliance & Regulatory (OSHA/HSE/GxP) Certifications (EDAAANAJ), Construction & Trades Licensure (Contractor, Electrician, Plumber, HVAC CE) (EDAAALAH)

Keywords

• Construction safety training
• Occupational health services
• Safety certification programs
• Workplace safety consulting
• Construction industry compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Anjou

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. CNESST Employer Contributions: ASP Construction is funded through employer contributions collected by the CNESST (Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail). Employers in the construction sector contribute financially through their classification units, and this funding supports free training and services for contributing employers. ASP Construction is a non-profit organization (OBNL) founded on paritarianism.
2. Publications and Materials Sales: Employers who do NOT contribute financially to ASP Construction through CNESST can purchase publications, guides, and tools. Card replacement fees ($20 per card) and various service fees apply for non-contributing entities.
3. COR Certification Fees: COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification audit fees: $400 for companies contributing to ASP Construction activities, $800 for non-contributing companies. This is an annual certification requiring renewal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ASP Construction delivers mandatory and specialized occupational health and safety training, advisory services, publications, and COR certification to Quebec's construction industry. The organization serves 35,000+ employers and 200,000+ workers through 35+ specific training programs, a mandatory 30-hour health and safety course, regional prevention advisors, a documentation center with access to 140,000+ OHS documents, a bimonthly newsletter, a quarterly magazine, and a COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification program.

Product overview

ASP Construction is a not-for-profit bipartite occupational health and safety association for Quebec's construction industry. Founded in 1985, it serves approximately 35,000 employers and 200,000 workers through a unified portfolio of products and services centered on prevention. The core offerings include the mandatory 30-hour Santé et sécurité générale sur les chantiers de construction (Cours 30h) course and 35 specific training programs for construction occupations. These are delivered through an online Portail for registration and a network of recognized training organizations. Supporting services include a consulting/advisory service with regional prevention advisors, the COR certification program for Pan-Canadian occupational safety accreditation, a documentation center with access to 140,000 documents via the Information SST catalogue, the quarterly Savoir Prévenir magazine, bimonthly Veille informationnelle newsletter, a multimedia platform with videos and webinars, the Zone respect workplace climate resource developed with the CCQ, and a toolbox of publications and safety guides. The Portail serves as the primary digital access point for workers, employers, and associations to manage training records and certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cours 30 heures (Santé et sécurité générale sur les chantiers de construction) Mandatory 30-hour training course required to work on construction sites in Quebec. Covers 19 modules including SIMDUT (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) and concludes with a final exam. Successful completion leads to an ASP Construction card, which workers must hold to access construction sites. Delivered through recognized training organizations with both in-person and virtual classroom options.
• Formations spécifiques (35 specific training programs) 35 specific occupational health and safety training programs covering topics such as asbestos, work zones, signaling, PPE, scaffolding, cranes, forklifts, aerial platforms, and confined spaces. Each course runs between 1.5 and 7 hours. All courses are recognized by the Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ) and included in the Continuing Education Directory, and are provided free of charge to employers contributing to ASP Construction via CNESST.
• Portail ASP Construction Online portal for workers, employers, and associations to create accounts, register for trainings, manage personal information and cards, and access ASP Construction services 24/7.
• Certification COR (Certificat de reconnaissance) Pana-Canadian accreditation program certifying that a construction company has an effective health and safety management system. The certification process includes an audit, documentation review, site visits, and interviews. ASP Construction is the sole recognized authority in Quebec for issuing COR certification, designated by the Fédération canadienne des associations de la sécurité dans la construction (FCASC), with interprovincial reciprocity. Audit fees are $400 for companies contributing to ASP Construction via CNESST and $800 for non-contributing companies; certification requires annual renewal.
• Centre de documentation et catalogue Information SST Documentation center providing access to over 9,900 documents focused on construction occupational health and safety, including CSA, ANSI, and BNQ standards, guides, research reports, and periodicals. Part of the broader SST Documentary Network (Réseau documentaire SST), offering access to 140,000+ OHS documents (40,000+ available online) through the Information SST collective catalog, including partners' collections such as CNESST and IRSST.
• Veille informationnelle Bimonthly information monitoring newsletter covering the latest occupational health and safety news, resources, and trends in the construction sector worldwide. Categories include accident prevention, legislation, equipment, and climate change impacts. Available by subscription.
• Revue Savoir Prévenir Quarterly magazine covering occupational health and safety topics, featuring articles on prevention, regulatory updates, training highlights, and ASP Construction news. Available by subscription in print or electronic format.
• Service-conseil (advisory services) Advisory services providing personalized guidance on health and safety prevention. A network of 16+ regional prevention advisors serves all Quebec regions including Montréal, Capitale-Nationale, Montérégie, Laval, Laurentides, Mauricie, Estrie, Outaouais, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, and others, providing on-site consulting, risk identification, and safety planning support to employers, managers, and workers.
• Zone respect Web platform providing information and tools on workplace climate issues including discrimination, bullying, and harassment in the construction sector, developed in partnership with the Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ).
• Multimédia ASP Construction Collection of multimedia content including safety videos and webinars covering topics such as carbon monoxide prevention, confined spaces, hearing protection, and grinder safety, recommended by ASP Construction as supplementary training resources.
• Boîte à outils Collection of publications, guides, posters, and safety tools available for download or order, supporting occupational health and safety practices on construction sites.

Quantifiable outcome

• 35,000+ employers and 200,000+ workers served in Quebec's construction industry
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• CNESST (Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCNESST is Quebec's workplace health and safety commission that administers the employer contribution system funding ASP Construction's activities. ASP Construction collaborates with CNESST on OHS prevention initiatives, training standards, and regulatory compliance for the construction industry.
• Associations sectorielles paritaires (ASP Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerASP Construction is part of Quebec's network of paritarian OHS associations. It collaborates with other sector-based associations (ASP) on shared resources, research, and prevention campaigns across different industry sectors.
• Association Provinciale des constructeurs d'habitation du Québec (APCHQ) / Via PréventionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAPCHQ represents residential construction employers in Quebec. Their Via Prévention program collaborates with ASP Construction on OHS resources and training for residential construction sector members.
• Syndicat Québécois de la construction (SQC) / Multi-V PréventionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSQC represents construction workers in Quebec. Their Multi-V Prévention initiative works with ASP Construction on worker safety training and OHS awareness campaigns.
• APSM (Association sectorielle paritaire mines)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAPSM is the paritarian OHS association for Quebec's mining sector. Partnership involves information sharing and collaboration on sector-specific safety resources.
• Auto PréventionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuto Prévention is a paritarian OHS association for Quebec's automotive services sector. Partnership involves collaborative resources and safety information sharing.
• ASFETM (Association des travailleurs en fabrication d'équipements de transport et de machinerie)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerASFETM represents workers in transportation equipment and machinery manufacturing. Partnership supports OHS resources and safety training for this sector.
• APSSAPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAPSSAP is a paritarian OHS association. Partnership involves collaborative safety resources and information sharing.
• APSAM (Association paritaire pour la santé et la sécurité du travail - Affaires municipales)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAPSAM is the paritarian OHS association for Quebec's municipal affairs sector. Partnership includes mutual recognition of training courses (Travaux publics et construction course equivalent to ASP's 30-hour course) and collaborative safety initiatives.
• ASSTSAS (Association paritaire sectorielle de la santé et des services sociaux)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerASSTSAS is the paritarian OHS association for Quebec's health and social services sector. Partnership involves information sharing and collaborative safety resources.
• Réseau documentaire SSTcoreTechnology or IntegrationThe SST Documentation Network includes CNESST, IRSST, and various ASP organizations. ASP Construction contributes to and accesses this collective catalog providing 140,000+ OHS documents through the Information SST platform.
• Fédération canadienne des associations de la sécurité dans la construction (FCASC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFCASC is the national federation overseeing COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification across Canada. ASP Construction is the exclusive Quebec authority for COR certification under FCASC, with interprovincial reciprocity agreements.
• TÉLUQ (Université du Québec enOutaouais)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTÉLUQ provides the part-time RSS (Representative in Health and Safety) training program. ASP Construction directs interested individuals to TELUQ for RSS certification.
• Collège AhuntsicminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCollège Ahuntsic delivers the CSS (Coordinator in Health and Safety) training program in collaboration with CNESST. ASP Construction directs individuals to Collège Ahuntsic for CSS certification.
• Centre de services scolaire des Mille-ÎlesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEducational institution offering ASP Construction training courses in the Laurentides region as a recognized training organization.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• APSMines (Association sectorielle paritaire mines): Quebec paritarian OHS association dedicated to the mining sector; operates under the same legislation, funding model, and governance structure as ASP Construction, making it a direct peer in Quebec's paritarian OHS network.
• ASFETM (Association sectorielle paritaire - fabrication d'équipements de transport et de machinerie): Quebec paritarian OHS association for transportation equipment and machinery manufacturing; uses the same CNESST funding mechanism and partnership framework as ASP Construction, differing only in the sector it serves.
• APSSAP: Quebec paritarian sector-based OHS association that operates under the same CNESST-funded paritarian model as ASP Construction and collaborates on shared safety resources; structurally and operationally the closest peer in Quebec's paritarian OHS ecosystem.
• ASSTSAS: Quebec paritarian OHS association serving the health and social services sector; uses the same legislative mandate, CNESST contribution funding, and paritarian governance model as ASP Construction and collaborates on shared safety resources.
• Auto Prévention: Quebec paritarian OHS association for the automotive services sector; shares CNESST funding, governance, and prevention-advisor field model with ASP Construction, differing only in the industry vertical it serves.
• APSAM (Association paritaire pour la santé et la sécurité du travail - Affaires municipales): Quebec paritarian OHS association serving the municipal affairs sector with a near-identical mandate and funding model to ASP Construction; the two organizations already maintain cross-recognition of their respective 30-hour training courses, making them the closest operational analog.

Broad incumbents

• IRSST (Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail): Quebec's OHS research institute and ASP Construction's partner in the Réseau documentaire SST; broader in scope (all industries, all hazards) but operates in the same OHS ecosystem and supplies the research base that ASP Construction translates into field training.
• CNESST (Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail): Quebec's overarching workplace health and safety commission that administers the employer contribution system funding ASP Construction; not a direct competitor but the parent regulatory body whose policies and funding decisions define ASP Construction's operating envelope.
• CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety): Canada's national OHS body providing information, training resources, and standards across all sectors and provinces; ASP Construction's broader-Canadian informational counterpart though CCOHS does not issue the mandatory Quebec construction card or COR certification.
• FCASC (Fédération canadienne des associations de la sécurité dans la construction): Canadian federation that designates COR certification authorities across provinces; ASP Construction is the Quebec member. Operates at a national/cross-sector level while ASP Construction is the Quebec-construction specialist, making it the umbrella authority and a partial substitute for interprovincial COR delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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