COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers broad issues pertaining to the hazard recognition at work sites. OSHA has developed the HAZWOPER program to protect the workers working at hazardous sites and devised extensive regulations to ensure their safety and health. This course, while identifying different types of hazards, also suggests possible precautions and protective measures to reduce or eliminate hazards at the work place.
Course Overview
This Course will focus on the following topics:
" Regulation Overview
" Site Characterization
" Toxicology
" Hazard Recognition
" Personal Protective Equipment
" Site Control
" Decontamination
" Medical Surveillance
" Emergency Procedures
" Fire Protection
PRE-ASSESSMENT QUIZ
Regulation Overview Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" About the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act)
" The Creation of OSHA and NIOSH
" Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
" Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
" Understanding OSHA Standards
" Hazardous Waste Legislation (EPA)
" Hazard Definitions
REGULATION OVERVIEW MODULE QUIZ
Site Characterization Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Site Characterization Introduction
" Off-Site Characterization
" On-Site Survey
" On-Going Monitoring and Hazard Assessment
" Documentation
SITE CHARACTERIZATION MODULE QUIZ
Toxicology Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Response to Chemical Exposure
" Toxic Substance Forms
" Target Organ Poisons
" Routes of Exposure
" Chemical Exposure
" Chemical Interaction
" Exposure Limits
" Protection from Toxins
TOXICOLOGY MODULE QUIZ
Hazard Recognition Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Hazard Recognition Definitions
" Hazard and Safety Analysis
" Hazard Recognition
" Chemical Health Hazards
" Site and Equipment Hazards
" Environmental Hazards
" Biological Hazards
HAZARD RECOGNITION QUIZ
Personal Protective Equipment Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Personal Protective Equipment: Clothing and Ensembles
" Developing a PPE Program
" Selection of Chemical Protective Clothing
" Accessories
" Level of Protection
" PPE Inspection Program
" PPE: Face, Head, Foot, and Hand
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MODULE QUIZ
Site Control Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Site Control Program
" Site Work Zones
" Site Security
SITE CONTROL MODULE QUIZ
Decontamination Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Decontamination
" Decontamination Plan
" Levels of Contamination
" Decontamination Methods
" Testing for Effectiveness
" Decontamination Facility Design
" Decontamination Selection
Emergency Decontamination
DECONTAMINATION MODULE QUIZ
Medical Surveillance Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Developing a Site-Specific Medical Program
" Medical Surveillance
" Treatment
" Record Keeping
" Program Review
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE MODULE QUIZ
Fire Protection Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" The Fire Triangle
" Classification of Fire
" Types of Fire Extinguishers
" How to Use Fire Extinguishers
" Standpipe and Hose Systems
" Automatic Sprinkler Systems
" Fixed Fire Suppression Equipment
" Fire Detection Systems
" Employee Alarm Systems
FIRE PROTECTION MODULE QUIZ
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HAZWOPER HAZMAT TRAINING
Hazwoper Hazmat Training Course Descriptions
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course meets the requirements in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 for eight hours of annual refresher training for workers at hazardous waste sites. This course is designed for general site workers who remove hazardous waste or who are exposed or potentially exposed to hazardous substances or health hazards. Topics include HAZWOPER regulations, safety and health plans, hazardous chemicals, safety hazards, air monitoring, medical surveillance, site control, decontamination, personal protective equipment, and respiratory equipment. This course covers the topics in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120. Prerequisites: Enrollment is open to those who have already completed the 40-hour or 24-hour HAZWOPER training.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Be able to read and understand OSHA regulations and requirements
- Use Site Characterization to identify hazards found in the workplace and steps to be taken to minimize hazards
- Better understand the principles of toxicology and how they relate to various types of chemical exposures
- Develop a Medical Surveillance Program and understand its purpose
- Identify the uses for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and how to choose the correct PPE for a situation
- Understand the principles of decontamination as well as levels of decontamination and decontamination methods
- Have a better understanding of potentially hazardous situations involving corrosives, solvents, oxidizers, and reactive chemicals
- Understand the various considerations in an emergency and the importance of training and actions to personal safety and the safety of others
TOPICS COVERED:
- Site Characterization, Analysis, and Control
- Safe Work Practices and PPE
REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
Please see the state/regulatory requirement from the course catalog page.
This course is specifically designed for workers who are involved in clean-up operations, voluntary clean-up operations, emergency response operations, and storage, disposal, or treatment of hazardous substances or uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. Topics include protection against hazardous chemicals, elimination of hazardous chemicals, safety of workers and the environment, OSHA regulations. This course covers topics included in 29 CFR 1910.120 (e). The online course meets the standard requirement of 40 hrs of initial training. The three days field experience under a trained, experienced supervisor is the responsibility of the students employer or potential employer. Note: This training is only valid when accompanied by a certificate demonstrating completion of 8 hours of Hands-On Training in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 (e).
This course fulfills your requirements for certification under 29 CFR, Part 1910.120 (q), or other applicable state regulations for certification to the 24-hour Occasional Site Worker level.
This course meets the requirements in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 for eight hours of annual refresher training for workers at hazardous waste sites. This course is designed for general site workers who remove hazardous waste or who are exposed or potentially exposed to hazardous substances or health hazards. Topics include HAZWOPER regulations, safety and health plans, hazardous chemicals, safety hazards, air monitoring, medical surveillance, site control, decontamination, personal protective equipment, and respiratory equipment. This course covers the topics in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120. Prerequisites: Enrollment is open to those who have already completed the 40-hour or 24-hour HAZWOPER training.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Be able to read and understand OSHA regulations and requirements
- Use Site Characterization to identify hazards found in the workplace and steps to be taken to minimize hazards
- Better understand the principles of toxicology and how they relate to various types of chemical exposures
- Develop a Medical Surveillance Program and understand its purpose
- Identify the uses for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and how to choose the correct PPE for a situation
- Understand the principles of decontamination as well as levels of decontamination and decontamination methods
- Have a better understanding of potentially hazardous situations involving corrosives, solvents, oxidizers, and reactive chemicals
- Understand the various considerations in an emergency and the importance of training and actions to personal safety and the safety of others
TOPICS COVERED:
- Site Characterization, Analysis, and Control
- Safe Work Practices and PPE
This course is designed to provide you the basic information about hazardous materials and Hazardous Material Regulations (“HMR”). Also, after completing this course, you will be able to determine the required shipping documents and other necessary requirements of dealing with the hazardous material.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Understand the basics of the Hazardous Material Regulations (“HMR”)
- Identify the Hazardous Materials (“HazMat”) with which you work
- Understand HazMat training requirements
- Determine the required information for shipping documents
- Determine the proper labeling, marking and placarding requirements
- Understand the packaging, loading and unloading requirements of the materials you handle
TOPICS COVERED:
- Hazardous Material (HazMat)
- Hazardous Materials Regulations (“HMR”)
- The Hazardous Materials Table
- Emergency Response Information