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mandated by the Government. This
course is comprised of 14 sections, covering topics pertaining to work place
hazards associated with Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
(HAZWOPER). This course covers 24 hours of instruction, required by 29 CFR
1910.120(e) (3), OSHA's Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response training
standard.
Note: Workers must have 24 hours of
initial training and one day of supervised field experience before they are
allowed to enter the site.
Learning
Outcomes
- Know OSHA regulations and requirements
- sum up Site Characterization
- Understand the principles of toxicology and how they
relate to various types of chemical exposures.
- Describe potentially hazardous situations involving
corrosives, solvents, oxidizers and reactive chemicals
- Understand Chemicals and the hazards they present in
the workplace
- Summarize the components of OSHA's Hazard Communication
Standard and the steps for any Hazard Communication Program
- Identify the types and methods of air monitoring
- Understand confined space permit system; be able to
identify the main confined space atmospheric hazards, types of ventilation
and gain an overall understanding of medical concerns associated with
confined spaces
- recognize radiation hazards and different types of
radiation
- spot different types of respiratory equipment
- comprehend Protection Factors
- Identify the uses for Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) and how to choose the correct PPE
- realize the characteristics of each work zone
- List the elements of site security
- Understand the principles of decontamination as well as
levels of decontamination and methods
- Develop a Medical Surveillance Program and understand
its purpose
- Understand the various considerations in an emergency
situation and the importance of training and actions to personal safety
and the safety of others Course Features
- 19 customized activities; 4 types: T/F, M/C, Drop Down,
Drag & Drop
- 1 Interactive Flash Game; "Decision Point"
- 22 Knowledge Checks, 5 questions; un-graded, self paced
- 15 videos, 14 Lesson quizzes, 10 questions, 70% pass
rate
- 1 50 question Final Exam, 70% pass rate
Course
Requirements:
State Requirements: N/A
Seat Time: 24 Hours
Course Pre-Requisite: N/A
Testing: Quizzes
Note: You must make a score of at least 70% to pass this course. In case of
failure you will only be given three chances to pass the exam |
