The OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Training course is designed for individuals seeking to maintain their Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification, in compliance with OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8) and 29 CFR 1926.65(e)(8).
This course is ideal for workers needing to renew their current OSHA 24 or 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification. According to OSHA regulations, workers must refresh their HAZWOPER certification every 12 months to remain up-to-date and knowledgeable on safety practices related to hazardous waste and hazardous materials operations.
By the end of the OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Training course, learners will be able to:
- Understand OSHA regulations and requirements for general site workers employed at hazardous waste sites.
- Recall the site safety and health procedures used in the workplace.
- Identify potentially dangerous situations involving common physical and chemical hazards.
- Comprehend the fundamental principles of toxicology and their connection to chemical exposure.
- Explain the principles of decontamination, levels of decontamination, and various decontamination methods used on a hazardous waste site.
- Discuss site control strategies and the activities performed in each hazardous work zone.
- Recognize when personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and how to identify and select the appropriate PPE for a particular worksite.
- Understand the factors to consider during emergency situations, including training and actions required to protect workers and the surrounding community.
- Recognize the detection and monitoring tools available to workers on a hazardous waste site.