Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response  (HAZWOPER) Operations Level Training

Objective: The HAZWOPER Operations Level Training aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to respond to hazardous materials incidents at the operations level, ensuring their safety and the safety of others while supporting higher-level response efforts.

Summary: This comprehensive course covers the fundamental elements of hazardous materials response at the operations level, including hazard recognition, risk assessment, personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, decontamination procedures, and emergency response techniques. Participants will engage in both theoretical learning and hands-on exercises to develop proficiency in operational-level response.

Duration:

  • Course Duration: Typically 24 to 40hrs (3 to 5 days)

  • Schedule: Offered as full-day sessions or segmented sessions based on training needs.

Regulation Reference: including but not limited to:

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for hazardous waste operations and emergency response (29 CFR 1910.120).

  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for hazardous materials operations.

Cost: $75.00

Course Topics:

  • Overview of hazardous materials and their properties

  • Hazard recognition, risk assessment, and response procedures

  • Selection and usage of personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Decontamination techniques and procedures

  • Emergency response protocols and incident command system (ICS) fundamentals

  • Site-specific scenarios and hands-on exercises

Who Should Attend: This course is suitable for individuals involved in operations that may expose them to hazardous materials, including emergency responders, site workers, and personnel who may be part of an initial response to hazardous materials incidents.

Note: The course content and duration can be adjusted to meet specific industry needs or organizational requirements.

Contact Info

Calvin Rodrigue, Jr
calvin.rodrigue@fletcher.edu