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HAZWOPER Refresher for Emergency Responders: Chemical Fundamentals

The HAZWOPER Refresher for Emergency Responders: Chemical Fundamentals course aims to educate participants on the interpretation of chemical-related terminologies; the health and physical risks, characteristics, stability, reactivity, and toxicity of chemicals; as well as the pathways and forms of chemical exposure.

COURSE OVERVIEW

COURSE TOPICS

The HAZWOPER Refresher for Emergency Responders: Chemical Fundamentals course explores the following subjects:

What is a Chemical?
Grasping the Chemicals in Your Workplace
Health Hazards
Physical Hazards
Chemical Properties
Stability & Reactivity
Toxicology

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Differentiate between a health hazard and a physical hazard
Identify various chemical properties
Clarify the difference between stability and reactivity in relation to chemicals
Understand toxicity, dose, exposure limits, routes of exposure, and acute and chronic exposure

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated 30 minutes

PASS MARK

Testing carried out throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information imparted. A passing score of 80% is required to complete this course. The course can be attempted three times to achieve the pass mark. A comprehensive student manual is available for printing, serving as a valuable resource for future reference and knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be accessible for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW