Introduction to OSHA HAZWOPER

Pre-Course Information Sheet

Course: Introduction to Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) (Online)

Course Overview

This introductory course provides foundational knowledge of hazardous waste operations and emergency response principles in accordance with applicable OSHA HAZWOPER standards (29 CFR 1910.120). Participants are introduced to hazard recognition, chemical and physical risks, site safety principles, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response awareness, and basic control measures used in hazardous environments.

The course is designed to prepare learners for further HAZWOPER training (such as 24-hour or 40-hour programs) or to support awareness-level understanding for workers who may encounter hazardous substances in the workplace.

Delivery Method

Online / LMS-Based Asynchronous Learning

Participants may complete the course at their own pace within the allotted course access period.

Course Duration

1 Contact Hours

IACET CEUs Awarded

0.1 CEU

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define key terms and concepts related to hazardous waste operations and emergency response.
2. Identify common hazardous substances and associated health and safety risks.
3. Describe basic elements of the OSHA HAZWOPER standard (29 CFR 1910.120).
4. Recognize common exposure routes and hazard communication methods (labels and Safety Data Sheets).
5. Explain the purpose and basic selection of personal protective equipment (PPE).
6. Describe general principles of site control and contamination prevention.
7. Identify basic emergency response considerations and reporting procedures.
8. Understand the role of HAZWOPER training within an overall safety management system.

Technical Requirements

Participants must have:

• Reliable internet access
• Current web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari)
• Audio capability for course videos and PowerPoint
• Ability to view PDF documents
• Access to the TTI Learning Management System (LMS)

Recommendation:

• Desktop or laptop computer for optimal learning experience

Criteria for Earning IACET

To receive 0.1 IACET CEU, participants must:

• Complete all required course modules
• Complete all learning activities
• Successfully complete required assessments
• Achieve a minimum passing score of 80% on course assessments
• Complete the course evaluation

Learner Support

Technical assistance is available for LMS access and navigation issues.

For support, contact:

Phone: (817) 769-6275

Email: [email protected]

Accessibility Statement

TTI is committed to providing an accessible learning environment. Course materials include accessibility features such as:

• Accessible digital content
• Adjustable screen viewing options where available

Learners requiring accommodations should contact TTI prior to beginning the course.

Important Completion Information

Participants are encouraged to complete the course within the assigned enrollment period. Progress is automatically tracked within the LMS.

Failure to complete all required activities and assessments will result in no CEU award being issued.

Acknowledgment

By beginning this course, participants acknowledge that they have reviewed and understand the course requirements, learning outcomes, participation expectations, and CEU award criteria.

This Introduction to OSHA HAZWOPER course orients workers, supervisors, and emergency responders to 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, the foundation for safe work at uncontrolled hazardous-waste sites, treatment-storage-and-disposal facilities, and emergency responses to hazardous-substance releases. Participants learn the difference between the 40-hour initial training for general site workers, the 24-hour training for occasional workers or those exposed below permissible exposure limits, the supervisor 8-hour add-on, and the 8-hour annual refresher requirement. The course reviews the five regulatory paragraphs: (b) safety and health program, (c) site characterization and analysis, (d) training, (e) medical surveillance, (q) emergency response program, and explains how each builds on the others. Learners study site hazard categories (chemical, biological, radiological, physical, and ergonomic), exposure monitoring strategies, the concept of IDLH atmospheres, and how air monitoring instruments like PIDs, four-gas meters, and colorimetric tubes inform hazard decisions. The program details levels A through D of EPA/OSHA personal protective equipment, decontamination procedures, site control zones (exclusion, contamination reduction, support), and the buddy system. Emergency response roles at the awareness, operations, technician, specialist, and incident-commander levels are explained, along with the Incident Command System under 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(3). Participants also receive a primer on medical surveillance, confined-space entry overlap, respiratory protection, and recordkeeping. The course concludes with a readiness assessment for employees preparing to complete the full 40-hour HAZWOPER program or 8-hour refresher.

This course is intended for individuals who may work in environments where hazardous substances are present, including but not limited to:

• Environmental technicians and field assistants
• Industrial and manufacturing personnel
• Emergency response support staff
• Construction and remediation workers
• Supervisors and safety personnel seeking introductory HAZWOPER knowledge

1 hour

Participants will have access to:

• Introduction to Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Modules
• Final Assessment
• Course Evaluation

There are no formal prerequisites for this introductory course. However, participants should:

• Be able to read, write, and communicate in the language of instruction
• Have basic workplace safety awareness
• Be physically and mentally capable of participating in instructional activities.