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Understanding HAZWOPER

The online Understanding HAZWOPER course is tailored to assist facilities in meeting OSHA standards under regulation 29 CFR 1910.120. The training addresses different levels of employee involvement with hazardous substances, ensuring workers receive the necessary instruction based on their exposure. Since hazardous waste appears in a wide range of job settings, this course plays a vital role in supporting safety and regulatory compliance.

Understanding HAZWOPER

COURSE OVERVIEW

Understanding HAZWOPER is an essential online training developed to assist organizations in aligning with OSHA’s HAZWOPER standard (29 CFR 1910.120). The program outlines the various training obligations for employees depending on their roles and exposure levels to hazardous substances. As dangerous materials can be encountered in countless job site scenarios, it’s critical for personnel to identify, manage, and dispose of them correctly.

With the Understanding HAZWOPER course, participants gain a deeper knowledge of how to reduce the risks associated with chemical exposure and contribute to a safer work environment. The course emphasizes the necessity of understanding regulatory responsibilities and proper safety measures when handling hazardous waste. OSHA mandates this type of in-depth education to ensure that those working around or with these materials are fully prepared.

This course explores a range of relevant topics including how the HAZWOPER standard originated, what constitutes hazardous substances, and the function of tools like Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and GHS labels. It also explains the importance of the site-specific safety plan, the required levels of training under HAZWOPER, and programs such as site control, health monitoring, and decontamination. Whether you’re new to the field or need a refresher, Understanding HAZWOPER serves as a foundational guide to compliance and protection on the job.

COURSE TOPICS

This online Understanding HAZWOPER course covers the following topics: 

  • History of the HAZWOPER regulations
  • Definitions of hazardous chemicals and waste
  • Container labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
  • The Site Safety and Health Plan
  • HAZWOPER training requirements
  • The Site Control Program
  • Monitoring of hazardous substances
  • The Medical Surveillance Program
  • Decontamination
  • And more

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

This eLearning course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.

PASS MARK

To successfully complete the course, learners must achieve a minimum score of 80%. Knowledge checks are presented throughout the course to support learning retention. Participants can attempt the course up to three times to meet the passing criteria. Additional support is provided via a downloadable manual, designed to reinforce concepts and serve as an ongoing reference.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

After fulfilling all course requirements, learners will be awarded a certificate of completion, which can be downloaded and printed.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 30 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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