EHSM 230 - HAZWOPER Certification

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    Description
    Instruction in safety and emergency response to chemical and physical exposures in industrial and field settings. Topics include: hazard analysis; contingency planning; housekeeping and safety practices including proper use and selection of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment); site control and evaluation; handling drums and containers; field sampling and monitoring; proper use of instruments; incident response planning; emergency response including field exercises in the use of PAPR (Powered Air Purifying Respirator) and SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus); and an overview of the ICS (Incident Command System). Satisfies requirements for generalized employee training under OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration) [29 CFR 1910.120] and Title 8, California Code of Regulations [5192 (e) (3) (A)]. (CSU)