24hr HAZWOPER -
Technician Level
Hazardous materials technicians are individuals who respond to releases or potential releases for the purpose of stopping the release. They assume a more aggressive role than a first responder at the operations level in that they will approach the point of release in order to plug, patch or otherwise stop the release of a hazardous substance
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Who Needs Training: Any persons whose job duties or expectations would have them physically trying to stop a hazardous release
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Timing: Training shall be based on the duties and function to be performed by each responder of an emergency response organization. The skill and knowledge levels required for all new responders, those hired after the effective date of this standard, shall be conveyed to them through training before they are permitted to take part in actual emergency operations on an incident
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This class is a pre-requisite for the Incident Commander Level Training
General Information
Certification Requirements
Written evaluation: Students must evidence the knowledge they have learned by passing a final course test
Topics Covered
(includes, but not limited to:)
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History Of The Law
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Regulatory Overview
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Poisons
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Chemical Exposure
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Hazard Assessment
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Fires And Explosions
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Reference Material
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Oxidizers
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Oxygen Deficiency
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Ionizing Radiation
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Potential Site Hazards
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Heat Stress
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Cold Exposure
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Noise Exposure
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OSHA 1910.146
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Planning And Organizing
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ERGB Exercise
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Training
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Medical Surveillance
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Site Characterization
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Air Monitoring
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Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
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Supplies-Air Respirators
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Air-Purifying Respirators
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Fit Test Procedures
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Chemical Protective Clothing
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Site Control
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Decontamination Techniques
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Drums & Containers
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Site Emergencies
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Haz. Material Terminology
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Review And Final Test
Certification Period
Annual Refresher training required
Minimum / Maximum Class Size
Minimum of five students required, maximum is dependent on training facility limitations.
Class Duration
24 hours (delivered over 3 - 8 hour days)
Class Cost
$325 per student* In-Person Training
$275 per student, delivered as computer-based training
* Additional fees such as booking (If HSTC needs to book a space for the training event), or mileage may apply. This will be discussed during the booking process.