
Course details
HAZWOPER Refresher for Emergency Responders: Chemical Fundamentals
Course Overview
This HAZWOPER training course is designed to inform learners of how chemical-related terms are defined; the health and physical hazards, properties, stability, reactivity, and toxicity of chemicals; and the routes and types of chemical exposure.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the difference between a health hazard and a physical hazard
- Recognize different chemical properties
- Explain the difference between stability and reactivity as they pertain to chemicals
- Discuss toxicity, dose, exposure limits, routes of exposure, and acute and chronic exposure
Topics Covered
- What is a Chemical?
- Understanding the Chemicals in Your Workplace
- Health Hazards
- Physical Hazards
- Properties of a Chemical
- Stability & Reactivity
- Toxicology
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