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Hazwoper 40
May 20, 2019 @ 8:00 am - May 23, 2019 @ 4:00 pm
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A HAZWOPER certificate is required for any person working in an environment where various amounts of hazardous waste may be encountered. Our courses comply with OSHA regulations. Depending on the amount of exposure, there are different levels of training.
The requirements are as follows:
- 40 hours of training/certification Ð for anyone working where uncontained, uncontrolled hazardous waste is present. Training includes 40 hours of classroom and hands on training with equipment.
- 24 hours of training/certification Ð for anyone whose duties include visiting an area with hazardous waste is present. Training and certification consists of 24 hours of classroom instructions including one day of field instruction.
- 8 hour refresher class Ð annual course required to maintain certification. This class is only required for those who have already taken the HAZWOPER 24/40 course.
- First Responder Ð for emergency personnel, firefighters and police officer responding to emergencies in hazardous areas.