RCG Health and Safety Training: 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
The 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher course is designed for individuals seeking to renew their 40-hour and 24-hour HAZWOPER certifications.
Under OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.120, individuals must annually complete the 8-hour HAZWOPER Refresher course to maintain their 40-hour and 24-hour HAZWOPER certifications. Failure to renew certifications before expiration necessitates retaking the initial course.
This training ensures participants maintain current knowledge and skills essential for handling hazardous waste operations and emergency response effectively, aligning with OSHA regulations for workplace safety.
Course Details:
- Duration: 8 hours
- Certification Renewal: Renewal of 40-hour and 24-hour HAZWOPER certifications
- Requirements: Passing score on end-of-course examination
Learning Objectives: Upon completing the 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher course, participants will:
- Understand the decontamination process
- Describe principles of toxicology
- Define levels of personal protection
- Demonstrate techniques for detecting hazardous materials
- Properly use respirators
- Comprehend site safety planning
- Interpret hazard communication protocols
- Identify hazardous waste
