Course Catalog

8-Hour Hazardous Materials Refresher Training

Workers trained in hazardous waster operations are required to attend a yearly refresher course as mandated by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120. Using case studies, lively group activities and hands on practice, this course will increase and refresh your knowledge of hazardous waste operations and emergency responses. Successful completion of the course will require both classroom and practical participation. 

Key Topics Covered

  • Current health and safety issues confronting emergency response personnel in the approach and handling of hazardous materials incidents
  • Hazard and risk assessment techniques to protect and reduce company and employee liability
  • Levels of personal protective equipment
  • Decontamination requirements and procedures
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Planning an emergency response

Who Should Attend
All individuals who need the required annual refresher training to maintain certification as an operations level responder should attend. These might include industrial spill response team members, industrial and public hazmat response team members, plant safety personnel, and hazardous waste site workers.