Hazardous Materials Operations: Refresher

Course Description:

This class is based on NFPA 470 Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Standard for Responders. It is designed for first responders so they can stay compliant with OSHA and EPA regulations that require annual refresher training. Refresher course topics include properties and effects, recognition and identification, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency decontamination, and radiological emergencies.

Students will complete several lectures and knowledge checks, then demonstrate their knowledge of operations level response with practical scenario challenges.

Please note: We recommend using the most recent version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to complete this online class.

Course Length: 3 hours (Online); 3-6 hours (In-Person)

Standards:

• OSHA 1910.120(q)(6)(ii)
• NFPA 470-2022, Chapter 6

Certificates:

Elder Technical Rescue Services LLC will issue certificates of completion and PA DOH EMS con-ed credits to students successfully completing the program.

Note: Our instructors are able to issue PA State Fire Academy Hazardous Materials Operations Refresher (6 hours) certificates, but ONLY for in-person training sessions.

Group Enrollments:

We can also set this class up for every member of your organization. Contact us to learn more about group pricing and the enrollment process.

Delivery Methods:

In addition to this self-paced online program, we can also teach this class in-person at your facility. Contact us for more information on in-person training.