01-19-2026 - HAZWOPER Initial - 40 Hours - Anchorage, AK
Training Provider: Satori Group, Inc
Dates: MO Jan 19, TU Jan 20, WE Jan 21, TH Jan 22, FR Jan 23 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Location: Anchorage, AK
2 reviews | TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $545.00 | |
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Why Should You Take This HAZWOPER Initial - 40 Hour Course?
The Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) - 40 Hour training is a 5-day advanced level course with site-specific requirements and information pertaining to hazardous waste sites and operations in accordance with the requirements for health and safety training in the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.120.
The HAZWOPER Standard covers five (5) specific areas of operations, including:
- Clean-up operations required by a governmental body, involving hazardous substances at an uncontrolled/abandoned hazardous waste site
- Corrective actions involving cleanup operations at controlled sites covered by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
- Voluntary cleanup operations at sites recognized by the government as uncontrolled hazardous waste sites
- Operations involving hazardous waste that are conducted at treatment, storage, disposal facilities regulated by RCRA (EPA)
- Emergency response operations for releases, or substantial threats of releases, of hazardous substances without regard to the location
Intended Audience: This course is required for anyone engaged in hazardous substance removal or other activities which may expose them to hazardous substances and health hazards on a regulated hazardous waste site. The course includes a combination of lectures, class exercises and hands-on training.
Topics To Be Covered Include:
- Regulations Overview
- Toxicology & Handling Chemicals
- Risk Assessment & Safety Principles
- Medical Surveillance & Personal Protective Equipment
- Emergency Response & First Aid
- Site Control & Emergencies
- Decontamination
- Health & Physical Hazards
- Confined Spaces
- Drum Handling
- Lockout/Tag Out
- Hazard Communication
How Does HAZWOPER and HAZMAT Differ?
Hazardous Material: A substance (gas, liquid, or solid) capable of creating harm to people, the environment, and/or property. Some examples include: solvents, paints, gasoline, adhesives, lubricants, etc.
Hazardous Waste: A contaminated chemical or by-product of a production process ›that no longer serves its purpose, and needs to be disposed of properly by EPA and DOT laws/regulations.
HAZMAT: Is often used when discussing the transport of hazardous materials, but any aspect of hazardous materials production, transport, use, disposal, or cleanup is covered under this standard.
HAZWOPER: Refers to ALL training that deals with hazardous waste operation and emergency response to chemical spills or releases - Toxicity, Volatility, Flammability, Explosiveness, Corrosiveness.
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| Certificates | Same day as course completion |
| Parking | Free parking available on site |
| Food | Coffee and snacks provided |
Below are the most recent student reviews for previous HAZWOPER Initial - 40 Hours Courses. All reviews are from people who registered for and attended the course.
Keyonni B.
attended on December 10, 2016
My instructor was very helpful. I really enjoyed learning from him. richard s.
attended on February 16, 2015
The instructor was very engaging with the students and the material presented. He made the areas understandable that were new or hard to grasp. 1310 East 66th Avenue Suite 2, Anchorage, AK 99518
MO Jan 19, TU Jan 20, WE Jan 21, TH Jan 22, FR Jan 23 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Satori Group, Inc. is a successful 8(a)/SDB company offering a full range of environmental consulting, hazardous materials remediation, and health and safety services. Founded in 2001, our mission is to provide responsive professional services while maintaining profitability by employing people who are passionate about Satori Group's values and clients, their personal and professional development, their community and family and friends. Satori Group's Training Division offers an array of health and safety courses. Instructors have the knowledge and expertise to communicate course materials in an effective manner using multi-media, hands-on training, and classroom interactive exercises. We are certified by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conduct AHERA (asbestos) Contractor/Supervisor 40-Hour and 8-Hour classes, along with AHERA Building Inspection Initial and Refresher trainings among other courses.
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