Handling Hazardous Materials

Handling hazardous chemicals could be extremely dangerous. Each person working with or around hazardous materials pose a high risk of contamination every time they encounter  a hazardous material. PPE, safety training, and chemical awareness are a mandatory requirement when handling most hazardous materials. Our "HAZWOPER: Handling Hazardous Materials" training helps employees to understand the nature and behavior of hazardous chemicals, how to reduce or eliminate potential exposure to hazardous materials in their work environments and how to read MSDSs. All training complies with OSHA and the EPA regulations and guideline. Topics covered in these products include: Physical hazards, Flammables/combustibles/explosives/oxidizers, Corrosives and irritants, Toxic substances and carcinogens, Acute and chronic health effects, Selecting and using the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE), Canister labels and the labeling process, Basic first aid for injuries caused by chemicals, Understanding MSDS, Emergency response, Spillage/leakage/accident procedures, and more.

Related training topics that will work well with Handling Hazardous Material Training: Right to Know HAZCOM, Emergency Response Planning, Hazardous Material Labels, First Aid, Safety Posters