Course details
HAZWOPER: Medical Program
HAZWOPER: MEDICAL PROGRAM
This HAZWOPER training course is designed to acquaint the employee with the Medical Program including the types of exams required, emergency and non-emergency treatment, medical records available, and symptoms to watch for that may indicate injury or illness while working with hazardous substances during hazardous waste cleanup or emergency response operations.
Course Overview
This HAZWOPER training course is designed to acquaint the employee with the Medical Program including the types of exams required, emergency and non-emergency treatment, medical records available, and symptoms to watch for that may indicate injury or illness while working with hazardous substances during hazardous waste cleanup or emergency response operations.
Topics Covered
- Your Job Has Health Hazards
- Medical Surveillance
- Who Needs Medical Surveillance?
- Medical Surveillance Exams
- Emergency Medical Treatment & First Aid
- Signs & Symptoms of Emergency
- Medical Program & Recordkeeping
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Define what medical surveillance is and list the reasons to perform medical surveillance and who is required to be medically monitored
- Discuss different types of medical exams including pre-assignment, periodic, and termination exams, along with written opinions and confidentiality
- List the possible signs and symptoms of chemical exposure and heat/cold exposures and the requirements for emergency and non-emergency medical treatment
- Discuss the importance of maintaining a medical surveillance program, medical records, and performing medical program reviews
This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
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