Jamie Fore SMP, CHST, CIT
A private certification and credentialing organization dedicated to advancing emergency preparedness, life-saving skills, and professional development through training, certification, continuing education, and instructor development.
Founded on the principle that "Prepared People Save Lives," the Board of Certified Emergency Providers (BCEP) is a professional credentialing and registry organization dedicated to advancing emergency preparedness, workplace safety, life-saving skills, and continuing professional development.
BCEP was founded by experienced health, safety, and emergency response professionals with decades of field experience in construction, general industry, emergency medical services, and safety training. Our mission is to bridge the gap between basic workplace first aid and advanced emergency medical services (EMS) through practical, evidence-informed education and professional certification.
BCEP is developing its curriculum framework in accordance with recognized continuing education best practices, with the long-term goal of meeting the requirements of the ANSI/IACET Standard for Continuing Education and Training.
Through verifiable digital credentials, a professional certification registry, and high-quality educational programs, BCEP helps employers, instructors, and emergency responders build safer workplaces and stronger communities.
BCEP certification programs focus on real-world preparedness and may include:
BCEP develops its certification programs and educational content in alignment with recognized national and international standards in emergency care science, occupational safety, and adult education. Our curriculum is informed by the guidelines and frameworks of the following organizations:
Alignment with these standards means BCEP programs reflect current evidence-based practices — the same science that guides professional emergency responders, healthcare providers, and occupational safety professionals.
American Heart Association (AHA)
CPR, AED & cardiovascular emergency science
BCEP CPR and cardiac emergency content is developed in alignment with AHA guidelines for basic life support and emergency cardiovascular care.
ILCOR
International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation
BCEP resuscitation content reflects the international consensus on CPR and emergency cardiovascular care science published by ILCOR.
OSHA
Occupational Safety & Health Administration
BCEP workplace safety programs are developed in alignment with OSHA standards for first aid, bloodborne pathogens, and emergency action plans.
ANSI/IACET
Continuing Education & Training Standard
BCEP is developing its curriculum framework in accordance with the ANSI/IACET Standard for Continuing Education and Training — a nationally recognized benchmark for quality CE programs.
Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Adult learning & instructional design
BCEP incorporates ATD-recognized adult learning principles and instructional design best practices into all certification programs and instructor development.
BCSP
Board of Certified Safety Professionals
BCEP programs are designed to support continuing professional development for safety professionals credentialed through BCSP, including SMP, CHST, and CSP holders.
Important note: BCEP is an independent private certification organization. Alignment with the guidelines of AHA, ILCOR, OSHA, ANSI/IACET, ATD, and BCSP means our curriculum is informed by and consistent with those standards — it does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or official affiliation with those organizations unless explicitly stated.
SMP, CHST, CIT
Founder & Executive Director
Meet the Founder
SMP, CHST, CIT
Founder & Executive Director
Jamie Fore is the Founder and Executive Director of the Board of Certified Emergency Providers (BCEP), an independent professional organization dedicated to advancing emergency preparedness through evidence-informed education, professional certification, continuing education, and credential verification.
With more than 34 years of experience in workplace safety, emergency response, and professional education, Jamie founded BCEP to help elevate the standard of emergency preparedness by bringing together experienced professionals from emergency medicine, nursing, occupational health and safety, education, and business leadership to support the development of practical, high-quality certification and training programs.
Throughout his career, Jamie has served in leadership roles across construction safety, emergency medical services, occupational safety, and professional education. His experience includes serving as a New York City Department of Buildings Licensed Site Safety Manager, New York State Department of Labor Certified Workplace Safety Consultant, New York State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), OSHA Outreach Trainer, former American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Instructor, HSI Instructor Trainer, ACS Stop the Bleed Instructor, AVIRT Instructor, and former Certified Construction Risk & Insurance Specialist (CRIS). This diverse background has provided him with practical experience in regulatory compliance, workplace safety management, emergency response, risk reduction, and workforce training across a wide range of industries.
For more than 25 years, Jamie has instructed CPR, AED, First Aid, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness programs for employees, supervisors, emergency responders, healthcare personnel, educators, and members of the public. His instructional approach emphasizes practical skills, learner engagement, and the confidence to respond effectively when emergencies occur.
Jamie holds professional credentials through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), including Safety Management Professional (SMP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), and Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT). He is also a General Professional Member of the American Heart Association (AHA), a Professional Member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD), and has been an active member of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) since June 1993, reflecting more than three decades of commitment to advancing the safety profession.
As a Professional Member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Jamie incorporates recognized adult learning principles and instructional design best practices into the development of BCEP certification programs, continuing education activities, instructor development, and educational resources. This commitment helps ensure that BCEP programs are engaging, practical, evidence-informed, and designed to promote long-term knowledge retention and real-world application.
Jamie is the developer of the READY™ Active Threat Awareness & Response program and the BleedShield™ Critical Bleeding Control training program, both designed to provide practical, evidence-informed emergency preparedness education for workplaces, schools, healthcare organizations, faith-based organizations, and community groups.
Under Jamie's leadership, BCEP is committed to developing professional certification programs that combine current emergency care science, accepted adult learning principles, and real-world experience to help individuals and organizations strengthen emergency preparedness and build safer, more resilient communities.
BCEP's parent company is also a Corporate Member of the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), supporting emergency preparedness and safety education within the arboriculture industry.
"Emergency preparedness is more than earning a certificate — it's about giving people the knowledge, confidence, and skills to take action when every second counts."
— Jamie Fore
Founder & Executive Director
Board of Certified Emergency Providers (BCEP)
BCEP is supported by an experienced Advisory Board composed of professionals from emergency medicine, nursing, occupational health and safety, construction safety, education, and business leadership.
Members provide guidance and, where appropriate, review educational materials and certification programs within their respective areas of expertise. Their collective experience helps ensure that BCEP's curricula remain practical, evidence-informed, professionally developed, and relevant to the individuals and organizations we serve.
Through this multidisciplinary approach, BCEP is committed to maintaining high standards in emergency preparedness education, professional certification, and continuing education while continuously improving our programs as new research, best practices, and educational standards evolve.
All members have agreed to serve in an advisory capacity and contribute to the continued development of BCEP.
Mark Hasting
CIH, CSP, CUSP
Advisory Board Member
Oversight – Occupational Health & Safety
Mark Hasting serves on the BCEP Advisory Board, providing oversight and guidance in occupational health and safety. As a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), and Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), Mark brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in industrial hygiene, occupational safety, environmental health, regulatory compliance, and workforce training.
Throughout his career, Mark has developed and managed comprehensive health and safety programs, conducted regulatory compliance audits, led incident investigations, and delivered professional safety training across a wide range of industries. His expertise includes industrial hygiene, OSHA compliance, hazard recognition and control, respiratory protection, confined space safety, HAZWOPER, environmental health and safety management, and the development of corporate safety policies and procedures.
As a member of the BCEP Advisory Board, Mark provides technical guidance to help ensure that BCEP's educational programs, certifications, and emergency preparedness initiatives reflect current industry best practices and the highest standards of occupational health and safety. His knowledge and experience help strengthen BCEP's commitment to delivering credible, practical, and evidence-based education that prepares individuals and organizations to prevent injuries, protect lives, and respond effectively during emergencies.
Sheila Fore-Williams
M.A.
Advisory Board Member
Adult Education & Curriculum Development
Sheila Fore-Williams, M.A., brings more than 15 years of experience in higher education and adult learning to the BCEP Advisory Board. She is an accomplished educator whose career has focused on helping adult learners develop the knowledge, confidence, and communication skills needed to succeed in academic and professional settings.
Ms. Fore-Williams holds a Bachelor of Liberal Studies from Athens State University and a Master of Arts in English from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. She serves as an Adjunct Professor at Alabama A&M University and has taught a variety of college-level courses, including College Success, English Composition, and English as a Second Language (ESL). Her teaching experience also includes serving as an instructor at Pierce College in Tacoma, Washington, where she worked with a diverse population of adult learners.
Throughout her career, Ms. Fore-Williams has been dedicated to fostering student success through effective instruction, curriculum development, and learner-centered teaching strategies. Her expertise in adult education, communication, and academic program delivery provides valuable insight as BCEP develops professional training programs, educational resources, and instructor development initiatives.
As a member of the BCEP Advisory Board, Ms. Fore-Williams supports the organization's mission of advancing emergency preparedness through high-quality education and lifelong learning. Her commitment to educational excellence helps ensure that BCEP programs are engaging, accessible, and designed to meet the needs of today's learners.
Dawn Daly-Mack
RN
Advisory Board Member
Oversight – Clinical Education & Community Health
Dawn Daly-Mack is a Registered Nurse, minister, public health advocate, educator, and community leader with more than 30 years of experience advancing healthcare, health education, and community wellness.
She serves as Health Chair for the North Carolina NAACP State Conference and President of the Northampton County Branch of the NAACP, where she leads initiatives focused on chronic disease prevention, mental health awareness, health equity, and emergency preparedness. She is also the founder of Double-D Health & Safety, an organization dedicated to providing CPR, first aid, health education, and emergency preparedness training to workplaces, faith-based organizations, and communities.
Dawn is a member of the North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM), serves on the Board of Trustees for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater Carolinas Chapter, and is a member of the Northampton County Board of Health. Throughout her career, she has been committed to improving public health, strengthening community partnerships, and expanding access to quality healthcare and life-saving education.
An accomplished speaker, trainer, and podcast host, Dawn is passionate about empowering individuals, families, and organizations with the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively during medical emergencies and public health challenges.
As a member of the BCEP Advisory Board, Dawn provides guidance in clinical education, community health, and public outreach. Her experience helps ensure that BCEP's educational programs reflect current best practices while supporting the organization's mission to advance emergency preparedness through high-quality, evidence-based education.
Brian K. Cichetti
CHST
Advisory Board Member
Director of Construction Industry Relations
Brian K. Cichetti, CHST, is a highly respected construction safety professional with more than 40 years of experience in the heavy civil construction industry. For more than 26 years, he has served as the Corporate Safety Director for a major heavy civil construction company, where he has led the development and oversight of corporate safety programs, managed teams of safety professionals, and helped ensure the safe delivery of some of the nation's largest transportation and infrastructure projects.
Throughout his career, Brian has worked closely with project owners, contractors, labor organizations, and regulatory agencies to strengthen workplace safety, mentor safety professionals, and promote a culture of operational excellence. His extensive project experience includes leadership roles on high-profile transportation and infrastructure projects, including the World Trade Center redevelopment, Second Avenue Subway, NJ Transit, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and numerous other major public works projects throughout the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area.
As Director of Construction Industry Relations for BCEP, Brian provides strategic guidance on construction-related emergency preparedness and workforce training. He also helps develop relationships with construction companies, contractors, labor unions, and industry organizations to expand access to BCEP education, certification programs, and emergency preparedness initiatives throughout the construction industry.
Brian is a Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), an OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer, and has earned numerous professional certifications throughout his career. He has also served as an adjunct instructor with the Rutgers School of Public Health OSHA Training Center, where he has helped educate construction and safety professionals in OSHA standards, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety. His decades of leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to worker safety make him an invaluable member of the BCEP Advisory Board.
Aneel Ordonez
MBA
Advisory Board Member
Business Strategy & Organizational Development
Aneel Ordonez is a business professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and extensive experience in corporate operations, logistics, and organizational management. During her career with Samsung, she developed expertise in business operations, process improvement, and organizational efficiency.
Aneel has played an instrumental role in the development and growth of LyfeSafety® and the Board of Certified Emergency Providers (BCEP), contributing to strategic planning, organizational development, and long-term business initiatives. As a member of the BCEP Advisory Board, she provides guidance on business strategy, organizational planning, and sustainable growth in support of BCEP's mission to advance emergency preparedness through professional education and certification.
BCEP provides professional emergency preparedness education for workplaces, healthcare organizations, schools, fitness facilities, community organizations, and individuals through evidence-based training and nationally developed programs.
To become a trusted resource for emergency preparedness, certification, and instructor development by providing accessible, practical, and professionally managed training programs that help individuals prepare for emergencies and make a difference when it matters most.
Prepared People Save Lives.
Common questions about BCEP — what we are, what we do, and how our certification programs work.
BCEP stands for the Board of Certified Emergency Providers. It is an independent private certification and credentialing organization dedicated to advancing emergency preparedness, life-saving skills, and professional development through training, certification, continuing education, and instructor development. BCEP was founded by experienced health, safety, and emergency response professionals and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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