Working Safely with Pesticides
Although pesticides are an essential part of modern agriculture, they can also be hazardous unless they are used properly. If you handle pesticides on the job or work in areas where pesticides are used, you need to know the precautions you must take to protect your health and safety.
HAZWOPER Facility Operations
Trainees will learn about the threats posed by hazardous wastes at the work site and where to find additional information about hazardous wastes and other materials; understand the medical surveillance requirements; understand and follow the practices and procedures designed to eliminate or reduce risks of an accident or incident; recognize t
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HAZWOPER - First Responder Awareness Level
Trainees will learn to understand their role as a first responder and the company’s emergency response plan; identify hazardous substances and know the risks if they are released or spilled; recognize a hazardous release or spill and potential outcomes; report the spill or release by calling for help, notifying others of the chemical spill or
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Reactive Chemicals
Chemical reactions can be extremely hazardous if they are not thoroughly understood and controlled. When intentional or unintentional reactions get out of control, they can result in fires, explosions, or releases of toxic fumes or gases. This session shows how to safely manage reactive chemicals to prevent accidents.
Hazardous Waste Container Management
When you have completed this training session, you will understand federal guidelines for container storage of hazardous waste at generating facilities; recognize and be ready to follow safe practices for managing hazardous waste containers; understand why it is important to segregate certain hazardous wastes; know what to look for in inspecting ha
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