HAZWOPER: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Duration: 37 Minutes      Language: English

Topics Covered:

• Recognize HAZWOPER work zones and how work tasks in each zone require differing levels of PPE.
• Explain the various levels of HAZWOPER PPE used when working with hazardous chemicals.
• Recognize under what conditions each level of PPE should be used.
• Identify the different types of equipment in each level of PPE, and the features and capabilities of each type.
• Explain the limitations specific to each type of PPE.
• Recognize characteristics that indicate damage to PPE from chemical exposure.
• Identify how to properly use and wear varieties of HAZWOPER PPE.
• Define employee and employer responsibilities.

Course Benefits:

• Certificate of Completion. *Valid for 1 year.
• Examination record for employer.

Regulations: 

• Occupational Safety and Health Association, HAZWOPER, Decontamination
• 1910.120 - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
• 1910.120 App B - Levels of Protection and Protective Gear
• 1910.138 - Hand Protection
• 1910.136 - Foot Protection
• 1910.134 - Respiratory Protection
• 1910.133 - Eye and Face Protection
• 1910.135 - Head Protection