HAZWOPER, 24-hour Initial Training

OSHA's emergency response standard 1910.120 (HAZWOPER) requires a minimum of 24 hours of initial training for: hazardous materials technicians, specialists and on-scene incident commanders. This three-day course meets the initial training requirements of 1910.120(q).

Topics include: implementation of emergency response plans and incident command systems, basic chemical and toxicological terminology and behavior, classification and identification of unknown materials, hazard and risk assessment techniques, uses of field survey instruments and equipment, selection and use of specialized chemical personal protective equipment, response tactics, decontamination of personnel and equipment.

Note: The MSC does not offer the HAZWOPER, 40-hour Initial Training

A Hazardous Materials Technician is trained to respond to releases, or potential releases, for the purpose of stopping the release (offensive action).

A Hazardous Materials Specialist is trained to respond and provide support to hazardous materials technicians.

The On-scene Incident Commander is trained to assume control of the incident scene beyond the first responder awareness level.

Length: Three days

Continuing Education Units: Attend this course and earn 2.1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the Minnesota Safety Council and 3.0 ABIH Certification Maintenance Points.

Location: This course will be held at the Minnesota Safety Council Resource Center located at 474 Concordia Avenue in St. Paul. Take the Dale Street exit from I-94. Proceed east on south frontage road (Concordia Avenue) past the American Lung Association. Turn right into our lower level parking lot.

Lodging: Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown, 175 West 7th Street in St. Paul. Reservations can be made directly by calling 651.225.1515 or booking online, single or double occupancy. Please make reservations directly with the hotel and be sure to identify yourself as a participant in a Minnesota Safety Council training course to receive the preferred rate.

Cancellation Policy: Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.

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