Hazardous Materials

Program Description

Master the practices, principles and requirements associated with packaging, marking and transporting hazardous materials (hazmat) via land, air or water.

Successfully pass the knowledge assessments to receive a Certificate of Completion. These courses satisfy all initial and continuing education requirements.

Certificate

• Hazardous Materials Land Transportation (49CFR) 

Career Outlook

Hazmat certified workers are in high demand due to the nature of the job function and potential penalty for noncompliance. Obtain employment in positions related to:

• Workplace safety
• Shipping and receiving
• Picking and packing
• Transportation

Course Topics

• Identifying dangerous goods
• UN hazard classification
• Dangerous goods regulations
• Regulation enforcement
• Specific job function requirements
• Material safety data sheets (MSDS)
• Packaging, marking and transporting dangerous goods