This is the fifth course in a ten-course series comprising the 40-hour HAZWOPER for General Site Workers Certificate Program, in accordance with OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.120.
This course focuses on the three phases of site characterization, hazard identification, air monitoring, and general monitoring practices. These topics are essential for ensuring worker safety and compliance during hazardous waste operations.
OSHA Requirements
It’s important to understand that the 40-hour HAZWOPER program is a two-phase process:
- 40 hours of off-site instruction
- 3 days of worksite-specific, hands-on field practice
OSHAcademy’s online training fulfills the first phase of this process. Employers are responsible for providing the three days of site-specific, hands-on training in the field.
Time Requirement
Under OSHA Standard 1910.120, students are required to complete 40 hours of off-site training as part of this program.
To meet this requirement, OSHAcademy has divided the training into ten courses. Each course includes a minimum time requirement that must be met before students can access the final 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 | Summarize the preliminary, on-site surveys, and ongoing monitoring phases of the site characterization process. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Identify indicators of potential Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) and other dangerous conditions on-site. |
| LO 1.1.3 | List the information that the employer must gather prior to site entry. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Discuss the on-site survey duties of the qualified person immediately after initial site entry. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Describe initial and ongoing on-site monitoring and survey requirements and practices conducted to detect potential IDLH conditions. |
| LO 1.3.1 | Define and describe common exposure limits, IDLH concentrations, and effects of exposure to substances that can be absorbed. |
| LO 1.3.2 | Describe upper and lower explosion and flammability limits, flashpoint, and ignition temperature. |
| LO 1.3.3 | Describe ongoing hazardous substance monitoring and employee notification requirements. |
| LO 1.4.1 | Identify at least four types of hazardous substances that can cause the release of hazardous materials into the air. |
| LO 1.5.1 | Describe the equipment and general procedures for air sampling. |
Key: TO = Terminal Objective | LO = Learning Objective