This is the fourth course in a ten-part series that makes up the 40-hour HAZWOPER Training Program for General Site Workers, in accordance with OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.120.
This course focuses on the general requirements for hazard communication in all industries, including analyzing workplace hazards and understanding Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) training requirements. The information provided will help students comply with the OSHA HAZWOPER Standard, 29 CFR 1910.120(p)(2).
OSHA Requirements
The 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is completed in two phases:
- 40 hours of off-site instruction
- 3 days of worksite-specific, hands-on field practice
OSHA Center online training fulfills the first phase of this requirement. Employers are responsible for providing the three days of field-specific, hands-on training.
Time Requirement
According to OSHA Standard 1910.120, students must complete 40 hours of off-site instruction as part of this program. OSHAcademy has divided the 40-hour program into ten separate courses.
Each course has a minimum time requirement that must be met before students gain access to the final course exam.
- Minimum time requirement for this course: 4 hours
You can track your progress using the timer located in the top-left corner of each course page.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Discuss the relationship between the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) and the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). |
| LO 1.1.2 | Summarize employee responsibilities for evaluating, classifying, and handling chemicals in sealed containers. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Describe procedures for workplace assessment and analysis for hazardous chemicals. |
| LO 1.3.1 | Describe the chemical hazards to which employees may be exposed on construction worksites. |
| LO 1.4.1 | List the types of chemical containers and labeling requirements for each. |
| LO 1.5.1 | Summarize the content of the 16 sections of required Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). |
| LO 1.6.1 | Discuss HCS training requirements for employees and managers. |
Key: TO – Terminal Objective, LO – Learning Objective