Environmental, Safety & Health And Transportation Courseware
Environmental, Safety & Health, And Transportation
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Annual 8-hour Refresher Module
Decontamination (HAZWOPER)
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Emergency Response and Spill Control (HAZWOPER)
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Fire and Explosion Hazards (HAZWOPER)
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Hazard Communication (HAZWOPER)
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Heat and Cold Exposure Management (HAZWOPER)
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Personal Protective Equipment (HAZWOPER)
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Regulatory Overview (HAZWOPER)
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Site Control (HAZWOPER)
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Site Safety and Health Plan Procedures (HAZWOPER)
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Toxicology (HAZWOPER)
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Decontamination (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Decontamination (HAZWOPER)
- identify steps in a decontamination plan
- identify the zones of a hazardous material site
- identify the major factors that affect permeation of contaminants
- identify decontamination procedures for personnel and equipment
- identify tests used to determine the effectiveness of decontamination methods
- identify health and safety hazards associated with decontamination procedures
Overview/Description
This training provides information concerning decontamination, which is the process of removing contaminants that have collected on workers and equipment. Decontamination protects you from hazardous substances that may contaminate and eventually penetrate protective clothing, respiratory equipment, tools, vehicles, and other equipment used on-site. It also prevents the movement of contaminants from the site to the community. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to list the major factors that affect permeation of contaminants, identify the steps in making a decontamination plan, identify the zones of a hazardous material site, list decontamination procedures for personnel and equipment, describe tests used to determine the effectiveness of decontamination methods, identify health and safety hazards associated with decontamination procedures, and recognize how emergency decontamination situations should be handled. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This training provides information concerning decontamination, which is the process of removing contaminants that have collected on workers and equipment. Decontamination protects you from hazardous substances that may contaminate and eventually penetrate protective clothing, respiratory equipment, tools, vehicles, and other equipment used on-site. It also prevents the movement of contaminants from the site to the community. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to list the major factors that affect permeation of contaminants, identify the steps in making a decontamination plan, identify the zones of a hazardous material site, list decontamination procedures for personnel and equipment, describe tests used to determine the effectiveness of decontamination methods, identify health and safety hazards associated with decontamination procedures, and recognize how emergency decontamination situations should be handled. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Emergency Response and Spill Control (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Emergency Response and Spill Control (HAZWOPER)
- identify how hazardous material is defined
- identify when releases are most likely to occur
- identify how to prevent chemical releases
- identify provisions of the emergency response plan
- identify equipment and supplies that can be used for an emergency release response
- define levels of emergency response personnel
- identify actions to take upon discovering a spill or leak
- determine what methods should be used to contain or confine chemical material in a given scenario
- identify post-response actions after a spill has occurred
Overview/Description
This training describes how to respond to various emergency situations and describes control of spill situations both by the workers involved and by trained emergency personnel. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. In this course, you'll learn how to define hazardous materials, recognize where spills are likely to occur, identify the elements of an emergency response plan, identify equipment and supplies in response to a spill, define levels of emergency response personnel, specify spill prevention measures, identify methods to contain or confine chemical material, identify post-response actions after a spill. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This training describes how to respond to various emergency situations and describes control of spill situations both by the workers involved and by trained emergency personnel. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. In this course, you'll learn how to define hazardous materials, recognize where spills are likely to occur, identify the elements of an emergency response plan, identify equipment and supplies in response to a spill, define levels of emergency response personnel, specify spill prevention measures, identify methods to contain or confine chemical material, identify post-response actions after a spill. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Fire and Explosion Hazards (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Fire and Explosion Hazards (HAZWOPER)
- identify characteristics of combustible and flammable materials and liquids
- identify explosion hazards
- identify flammable or explosive fuel sources
- identify safe handling procedures for potentially flammable or explosive materials
- identify safe storage procedures for potentially flammable or explosive materials
Overview/Description
This course identifies procedures and precautions to help reduce the risks of fire and explosion from chemical reactions, ignition of explosive or flammable chemicals, ignition of materials due to oxygen enrichment, and sudden releases of materials under pressure. By learning how to protect yourself and others from fire and explosion hazards, you can help save time, resources, serious injuries, and loss of life. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. The learning objectives of the course are to identify the four elements that trigger a fire; define the terms ignitable, flammable, combustible, and oxidizer; identify safety principles to protect against fire and explosion; specify safe handling procedures for potentially flammable or explosive materials; recognize ignition sources; and identify proper storage of flammable and explosive materials. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This course identifies procedures and precautions to help reduce the risks of fire and explosion from chemical reactions, ignition of explosive or flammable chemicals, ignition of materials due to oxygen enrichment, and sudden releases of materials under pressure. By learning how to protect yourself and others from fire and explosion hazards, you can help save time, resources, serious injuries, and loss of life. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. The learning objectives of the course are to identify the four elements that trigger a fire; define the terms ignitable, flammable, combustible, and oxidizer; identify safety principles to protect against fire and explosion; specify safe handling procedures for potentially flammable or explosive materials; recognize ignition sources; and identify proper storage of flammable and explosive materials. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Hazard Communication (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Hazard Communication (HAZWOPER)
- identify the routes of chemical entry into the body
- define terms associated with the physical and health hazards of chemicals
- interpret information, including numeric codes, on chemical warning labels
- recognize key concepts about Safety Data Sheets
- recognize the appropriate controls for reducing or eliminating contact with hazardous materials in the workplace
Overview/Description
This course will acquaint you with the precautions that both you and your employer must take in order to safely use, handle, and store hazardous chemicals in the workplace. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This course will acquaint you with the precautions that both you and your employer must take in order to safely use, handle, and store hazardous chemicals in the workplace. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Heat and Cold Exposure Management (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Heat and Cold Exposure Management (HAZWOPER)
- identify symptoms of heat-related illnesses
- identify first aid measures for treating heat-related illnesses
- identify ways to stay healthy in the heat
- identify individual factors to avoid or reduce heat-related illness
- identify conditions and injuries that can result from exposure to cold temperatures and first aid measures to treat them
- identify measures for preventing cold-related illness and injury
Overview/Description
This course is intended for personnel who may be exposed to temperature extremes at hazardous waste sites. Heat-related illness is a major hazard, especially for workers wearing personal protective clothing. Cold-related injuries can cause loss of limbs or even death. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to identify heat-related illnesses that can result from exposure to hot temperatures, specify first aid measures for heat-related illness, identify individual factors that affect the body's ability to withstand hot temperatures, specify steps to avoid or reduce heat-related illness, specify conditions and injuries that can result from exposure to cold temperatures, specify first aid measures for frostbite and hypothermia, identify individual factors that affect the body's ability to withstand cold temperatures, and recognize measures for preventing injuries related to cold temperature exposure. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This course is intended for personnel who may be exposed to temperature extremes at hazardous waste sites. Heat-related illness is a major hazard, especially for workers wearing personal protective clothing. Cold-related injuries can cause loss of limbs or even death. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to identify heat-related illnesses that can result from exposure to hot temperatures, specify first aid measures for heat-related illness, identify individual factors that affect the body's ability to withstand hot temperatures, specify steps to avoid or reduce heat-related illness, specify conditions and injuries that can result from exposure to cold temperatures, specify first aid measures for frostbite and hypothermia, identify individual factors that affect the body's ability to withstand cold temperatures, and recognize measures for preventing injuries related to cold temperature exposure. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Personal Protective Equipment (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Personal Protective Equipment (HAZWOPER)
- identify responsibilities regarding PPE
- identify the level of protection associated with each OSHA PPE protection category
- identify types of head and ear protection
- select eye, nose, and face protective equipment based upon the hazards present
- select protection for the body, including arms, hands, feet, and legs
Overview/Description
Equipment and devices have been developed over the years to protect the human body against a variety of environmental and physical hazards. Today, many forms of personal protective equipment, or PPE, are available to protect you from injuries and illnesses. OSHA and EPA regulations classify PPE into four categories, based on the level of protection afforded. This training is intended to introduce you to the four levels, and to acquaint you with the different types and the correct selection of PPE. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to specify why PPE is necessary; identify the proper category of protection for a hazardous situation; identify which PPE is necessary based upon the hazards present; identify the limitations of PPE; and specify the proper care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of PPE. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Equipment and devices have been developed over the years to protect the human body against a variety of environmental and physical hazards. Today, many forms of personal protective equipment, or PPE, are available to protect you from injuries and illnesses. OSHA and EPA regulations classify PPE into four categories, based on the level of protection afforded. This training is intended to introduce you to the four levels, and to acquaint you with the different types and the correct selection of PPE. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to specify why PPE is necessary; identify the proper category of protection for a hazardous situation; identify which PPE is necessary based upon the hazards present; identify the limitations of PPE; and specify the proper care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of PPE. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Regulatory Overview (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Regulatory Overview (HAZWOPER)
- identify the scope and purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act
- identify the purposes of the major regulatory agencies that establish regulations impacting the workplace
- identify the purposes of RCRA, CERCLA, and SARA
- identify true statements regarding company responsibilities and environmental laws
- identify true statements about hazardous waste
- identify general characteristics of HAZWOPER
- identify ways to prevent exposure to hazardous waste
Overview/Description
This course provides information about the history, purpose, and mission of key regulatory agencies including OSHA, EPA, and DOT. The intent of the course is to provide the learner with an understanding of the sources of regulatory occupational safety and health work practices and standards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to specify why regulatory standards are established, identify the purpose of the major regulatory agencies that establish regulations impacting the workplace (OSHA, EPA, DOT), identify the purpose of RCRA, CERCLA, and SARA, identify hazardous waste, identify the scope and purpose of HAZWOPER, identify steps to prevent hazardous materials and exposure to hazardous waste, and identify which workers are affected by HAZWOPER. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This course provides information about the history, purpose, and mission of key regulatory agencies including OSHA, EPA, and DOT. The intent of the course is to provide the learner with an understanding of the sources of regulatory occupational safety and health work practices and standards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to specify why regulatory standards are established, identify the purpose of the major regulatory agencies that establish regulations impacting the workplace (OSHA, EPA, DOT), identify the purpose of RCRA, CERCLA, and SARA, identify hazardous waste, identify the scope and purpose of HAZWOPER, identify steps to prevent hazardous materials and exposure to hazardous waste, and identify which workers are affected by HAZWOPER. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Site Control (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Site Control (HAZWOPER)
- identify the purposes of a site control program
- recognize actions that should be taken before cleanup activities commence after a release
- identify the activities that occur in the exclusion zone
- differentiate between the contamination reduction zone and the exclusion zone
- identify characteristics of the support zone
- identify how to manage a hazardous site
- identify safe work practices when working in a hazardous waste site
- differentiate between the communication systems used internally vs. externally after a spill.
- identifying safe work practices and differentiating communication systems
Overview/Description
The purpose of site control is to reduce the potential contamination to workers, the general public, and the environment from hazardous waste sites. Site control is especially important in emergency situations, and the methods and degree of control required will depend on factors such as the size of the site, its characteristics, and the surrounding community. In order to control a site, various procedures are implemented to manage it. This course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements, specifically the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's, or OSHA's, Hazardous Waste Operation and Emergency Response regulation, commonly referred to as HAZWOPER. This course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
The purpose of site control is to reduce the potential contamination to workers, the general public, and the environment from hazardous waste sites. Site control is especially important in emergency situations, and the methods and degree of control required will depend on factors such as the size of the site, its characteristics, and the surrounding community. In order to control a site, various procedures are implemented to manage it. This course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements, specifically the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's, or OSHA's, Hazardous Waste Operation and Emergency Response regulation, commonly referred to as HAZWOPER. This course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Site Safety and Health Plan Procedures (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Site Safety and Health Plan Procedures (HAZWOPER)
- identify elements of an employer safety and health program
- recognize the main purpose of an organizational structure
- identify the purpose of a work plan
- identify the key elements of a site safety and health plan
- identify the purpose and provisions of a site hazard assessment
- identify the purpose of site control
- identify the purpose of a personal protective equipment (PPE) program
- recognize the key elements and purpose of the site safety and health plan
- identify the purpose of medical surveillance
- identify the purpose of standard operating procedures (SOPS)
- recognize the components of the emergency response plan (ERP)
- identify the purpose of medical surveillance and SOPs and recognize the components of the emergency response plan
Overview/Description
This training is designed to provide on-site and off-site employees with information on the company's site safety and health plan. A site safety plan establishes policies and procedures to protect workers and the public from potential hazards posed by a hazardous waste site.The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. In this course, learners will identify the purpose of personnel organizational structures associated with a site safety and health plan, identify the purpose of a work plan, identify the requirements of a site safety and health plan, identify the purpose and provisions of a site hazard assessment, identify the requirements for a personal protective equipment (PPE) program, and identify the purpose and provisions of site control and standard operating procedures (SOPs). The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This training is designed to provide on-site and off-site employees with information on the company's site safety and health plan. A site safety plan establishes policies and procedures to protect workers and the public from potential hazards posed by a hazardous waste site.The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. In this course, learners will identify the purpose of personnel organizational structures associated with a site safety and health plan, identify the purpose of a work plan, identify the requirements of a site safety and health plan, identify the purpose and provisions of a site hazard assessment, identify the requirements for a personal protective equipment (PPE) program, and identify the purpose and provisions of site control and standard operating procedures (SOPs). The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
Toxicology (HAZWOPER)
Lesson Objectives
Toxicology (HAZWOPER)
- define the categories of chemical toxins
- identify the routes of entry into the body of hazardous substances
- identify signs and symptoms of toxic exposure
- define terms associated with exposure to toxic substances
- identify terms that describe the various combined effects of two chemicals
Overview/Description
This course focuses on the study of toxins, their safe limits, and their adverse effects on living organisms. While the subject of toxicology is complex, it is necessary to understand the basic concepts in order to make logical decisions concerning the protection of personnel from chemical exposure. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to define the types of toxic agents, identify the four routes by which toxicants enter the body, recognize adverse responses to toxic chemical exposure, identify the principles of chemical exposure limits, and describe the factors that influence the adverse effects of chemical exposure. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
This course focuses on the study of toxins, their safe limits, and their adverse effects on living organisms. While the subject of toxicology is complex, it is necessary to understand the basic concepts in order to make logical decisions concerning the protection of personnel from chemical exposure. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives are to define the types of toxic agents, identify the four routes by which toxicants enter the body, recognize adverse responses to toxic chemical exposure, identify the principles of chemical exposure limits, and describe the factors that influence the adverse effects of chemical exposure. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.
