The 40 hour Hazardous Waste Operations Technician Training follows the guidelines of Regulation 29 CFR
1910.146 in regards to training requirements for individuals interested in the minimum requirements for
entry into the field of hazardous waste removal. It provides training so the individual has the basic training
to operate in the field. Training requirements are as follows: History of Laws, Hazwoper Regulations,
Poison Video, Chemical Exposure, Fire & Explosions, Reference Materials Overview & Exercise, Oxidizers,
Oxygen Deficiency, “Carbon Monoxide” Video, Ionizing Radiation, Potential Site Hazards, “Trenching &
Excavating” Video, Heat Stress, Cold & Noise Exposures, Introduction to OSHA Standard 1910.146, “No
Escape” Video, “Blast Wave” Video, Planning & Organizing, “First On Scene” Video, Collecting
Hazard/Response Info, Training for Different Levels within Hazwoper, Medical Monitoring, Site
Characterization, “Anatomy of a Disaster” Video, Air Monitoring, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus,
“Atmosphere Supplying/ Air Purifying Respirators” Video, Chemical Protective Clothing, Respirator Fit
Testing, Site Control, Decontamination, Drums & Containers, Site Emergencies, “Teamwork” Video,
“Chemical Spills, Leaks & Cleanup Operations” Video, Hands-On Activities
The 32 hour Asbestos Worker Initial Training Class follows the training requirements of the EPA’s Model
Accreditation Program. This program was designed by the EPA in order to provide uniformity in training
by all recognized and accredited Training Providers in all States where the EPA is the governing
authority, and/or in States where the State itself administers programs for classes offered under their
jurisdiction, instead of the EPA.
The requirements for training set out time allotments for lecture/classroom topics and hands-on
training activities. Lecture/Classroom topics include the following: Background Information on Asbestos,
Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure, Protecting the Worker: Respirators and Protective Clothing,
Establishing Type “C”: Supplied Air Systems, Establishing a Medical Surveillance Program, Pre-Work
Activities & Considerations, Glovebag Techniques For Removal of Pipe Insulation, Preparing the Work
Area and Establishing a Decontamination Unit, Confining and Minimizing Airborne Fibers, Safety &
Health Considerations Other than Asbestos, Cleaning Up The Work Area, Waste Disposal Requirements,
Sampling & Analytical Methodology, Post Removal Lockdown Procedures, Regulatory Updates.
The 16 hour Lead Based Paint Initial Training Class follows the training requirements of the EPA’s
regulations for Lead Based Paint Activities, CFR 29 1926.62. This program was designed by the EPA in
order to provide uniformity in training by all recognized and accredited Training Providers in all States
where the EPA is the governing authority, and/or in States where the State itself administers programs
for classes offered under their jurisdiction, instead of the EPA.
The requirements for training set out time allotments for lecture/classroom topics and hands-on
training activities. Lecture/Classroom topics include the following: Background Information on Lead
Based Paint, Health Effects, Regulations and Laws, Identifying & Evaluating Lead Paint Hazards,
Controlling Lead Hazards, Setup for Abatement, Abatement Methods, Cleanup, Disposal & Clearance
Testing, Soil Abatement and Exterior Dirt/Dust Cleanup, and Hands-on Training.
30 Hour OSHA Construction Industry Safety & Health Class follows the training requirements of OSHA’s
regulations for Safety Training using OSHA Outreach Trainers to fulfill this training which adheres to
strict guidelines regarding content, performance and delivery as prescribed by OSHA. Lecture/Classroom
topics include the following: Introduction to OSHA, Focus Four (Fall Protection, Electrocution, Caught
Between and Struck By), Managing Safety & Health, Personal Protective Equipment, Health Hazards in
Construction, Stairways & Ladders, Confined Space Entry, Cranes, Derricks & Hoists, Ergonomics,
Excavations, Fire Protection & Prevention Powered Industrial Vehicles, Materials Handling, Storage, Use &
Disposal, Motor Vehicles, Mechanized Equipment & Marine Operations; Rollover Protective Structures and
Overhead Protection; Signs, Signals & Barricades, Steel Erection, Powered Industrial Vehicles, Safety &
Health Programs Tools – Hand & Power, Scaffolds, Tools – Hand & Power, Welding & Cutting & Bloodborn
Pathogens.