24-Hour HAZMAT Technician

In-Person

This three-day class includes classroom and field settings, during which students will take notes, take tests, and perform hands-on practicals involving respirators and chemical suits.

Hybrid

This class combines online and in-person learning. Students must complete the online content prior to attending the hands-on portion of the course. Participating in hands-on practicals is expected to receive the final training certificate.

The 24-hour Hazmat Technician course provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to respond to hazardous material incidents. Students will learn how to assess the risks associated with different types of hazardous materials and safely contain and stop spills or leaks.


The classroom training covers topics such as:

  • hazard recognition,

  • toxicology,

  • chemical properties,

  • fire and explosion hazards,

  • site safety and health practices,

  • emergency response plans, and

  • decontamination procedures.

The course also includes hands-on exercises and demonstrations of:

  • air sampling and monitoring equipment,

  • spill control programs

  • selection, use, and limitations of personal protective equipment, including respirator

  • communication methods while wearing respiratory protection

  • establishing exposure zones, and decontamination.

    This course is in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 (q) and Cal/OSHA Title 8, Section 5192 (q) and is suitable for HAZMAT Technicians who respond to hazardous substance releases with the aim of stopping the release, such as emergency spill response teams.