Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120)

This program is offered in the following three levels:

8 Hour First Responder Operations (Level I)

• Responds to the release of hazardous substances in a defensive manner, without trying to stop the releases.

24 Hour HAZMAT Technician (Level II)

• Offensive spill response with the purpose of plugging, patching, or aggressively stopping the discharge.

40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response

• For individuals involved in activities at remedial and hazardous waste sites.

The following topics are discussed in varying degrees of specificity in all HAZWOPER training programs:

Hazard Recognition

• Identifying Types of Hazardous Materials and Conditions
• Hazard Communication/Right-To-Know Training
• Site Characterization
• Risks Associated with Remediation

Personal Protective Equipment

• Proper Selection, Use and Care
• Levels of Protection
• Proper Donning & Doffing
• Respirator Fit Testing
• Storage and Disposal

Appropriate Control, Containment, or Confinement

• Decontamination Methods and Procedures
• Use of Monitoring Devices and Engineering Controls
• Remediation Technology
• Site-Specific Emergency Response Plan

"Table Top" Exercise ( All Levels)

Participants will create an enlarged layout map of your facility, and utilize it during a classroom exercise scenario of a hazardous materials release incident. Students will be expected to take part in a question and answer discussion designed to test overall decision making skills in evaluating and handling a possible situation .

Practical Work Exercise  (24 hour and 40 hour only)

Students perform hands-on mock spill cleanup activities to reinforce classroom training and provide a working knowledge of hazardous materials remediation.

Annual Refresher Training

All three levels of training require refresher training annually. The standard eight hour program includes a site-specific table top exercise, however arrangements can be made to include a practical exercise.

These courses include a written test. Upon successful completion, each student will receive a certificate and a laminated, wallet-sized photo identification card for instant on-site proof of training.

"I would like to thank you … excellent HAZWOPER training services … your flexibility in scheduling, very reasonable fees, and above all, insight into specific needs of our company were deciding factors that led us to work with you again…. I look forward to working with you again next year."

- Pfister Chemical, Inc

Occupational Safety Services, Inc.
13 Sioux Trail
Browns Mills, New Jersey 08015
Phone: 609-893-8215
Fax: 609-893-4876