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 2 years.

• 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