Waste Site Worker – 40-hour

Fees are higher for out-of-state students.
Class takes place at the Cleveland Campus in the Public Safety Training Center; use East Campus Drive entrance.    

Course Description

This seminar presents the procedures and information necessary for working safely at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 [e]. Emphasis is placed on practical, hands-on experiences as well as realistic simulations utilizing our extensive indoor and outdoor training facilities.

In this seminar you will:

• Discuss axioms of chemistry and toxicology.
• Discuss site control and safety, decontamination, and
  emergency plans.
• Identify physical health and safety hazards.
• Monitor atmospheric hazards using quality instrument
  presentation.
• Participate in safe work practice exercises such as drum
  handling, confined space entry, environmental sampling, and use of engineering controls.
• Select and utilize effective respiratory protection and
  chemical protective clothing.

*Medical Clearance Forms are required.

Note: Casual clothing is suggested for the 40–hour seminar.