Our 40-Hour HAZWOPER training is designed to meet OSHA requirements for workers who are involved in hazardous waste operations, emergency response, and contaminated site cleanup.
Class Objective
This intensive program delves deeper into the essential HAZWOPER topics such as hazard recognition, PPE usage, site safety planning and decontamination procedures through the use of hands-on simulations of hazardous material release scenarios. The training equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to safety work in potentially hazardous environments while minimizing risks.
Requirements
This course satisfies the requirements of OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.120. Successful completion of the 40-hour training course is mandatory for personnel involved in hazardous waste cleanup, treatment, storage, and disposal operations.
Who needs this training?
The 40-Hour HAZWOPER training is essential for workers and supervisors engaged in hazardous waste operations, including personnel involved in:
- Cleanup of contaminated sites
- Treatment, storage, and disposal facilities for hazardous waste
- Emergency response operations dealing with hazardous substance releases
- environmental contractors and consultants performing assessments and site remediation
What will I learn?
- Hazard recognition
- Advanced PPE selection, including Level A and B suits
- Decontamination procedures
- Air monitoring
- Site safety planning
- Emergency response
- Hazardous waste operations
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Recordkeeping and reporting
FAQs:
How long is my Certificate of Completion valid? One year. An 8-hour refresher course is required annually to maintain compliance.
Do I need prior HAZWOPER training? No prior training is required. This 40-hour course covers all foundational aspects.
Class duration:
This class is 40 hours in duration, usually divided into five 8-hour sessions.