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Step 1
Determine the area of the program's focus. The safety training program should be geared toward the intended audience, for example, emergency room staff versus driver's education instructors. Instead of teaching about safety in different contexts, you could develop a niche area so that you build a solid reputation (e.g., Jake Doe's operates the best handgun safety school).
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Step 2
Analyze relevant state regulations. For instance, find out if your program must be bonded, licensed and insured and, if so, what the coverage requirements are (e.g., $50,000 bond). Unless you want to be personally liable, evaluate business entities under which your safety training program can form, such as a limited liability corporation, limited liability partnership or a nonprofit organization.
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Step 3
Gather essential materials and supplies. If you are teaching about personal safety, then your supplies might include knee pads and boxing gloves, especially if the program involves hands-on lessons. You could organize information in soft-bound packets, video clips or as a Power Point presentation. Regardless of the format that you use, you must prepare the content (e.g., individual exercises, hypothetical scenarios) and research to ensure that your information is accurate, even if you have a background in safety training.
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Step 4
Develop a marketing strategy to promote your training program. For example, create a website and include a blog that gives a few training tips along with contact information, particularly about upcoming events. You could approach local schools or recreation centers and discuss potential partnerships, such as a safety program during Red Ribbon Week (imdrugfree.com).
