Who Should Take This Course?
Our online OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Supervisor Refresher is designed for workers who have taken the HAZWOPER Supervisor (Initial) training, and need to refresh their HAZWOPER Supervisor training. This course meets the OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Supervisor Refresher requirement and refreshes the 24- or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification. This course should NOT be taken by students who have not completed HAZWOPER Supervisor (Initial) training. See our Infographic if more clarification is needed.
This course meets the Federal OSHA HAZWOPER requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8), 29 CFR 1910.120(p)(7)(i), or 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(8) for General Industry and 29 CFR 1926.65(e)(8), 29 CFR 1926.65(p)(7)(i), or 29 CFR 1926.65(q)(8) for Construction.
8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher – Supervisor
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Sample Student Manual Page
Our Online 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Supervisor course gives students the ability to choose from four different course versions: Legal Issues and Chemical Hazards; Toxicology and Waste Site Operations; Physical Hazards and Supervision; or HAZWOPER Programs and Supervision. These training variations ensure supervisors receive the training material that is most applicable to their job. Each course provides full narration, photos, text and interactive quizzes to keep students engaged and prepared for success on the course exams.
A downloadable course manual is provided to each student as a convenient resource for note-taking and a lasting reference for the training content. See the adjacent Student Manual sample page. Course certification is provided in PDF format immediately upon course completion.
Course Pricing
For additional information on OSHA HAZWOPER training requirements or the HAZWOPER courses we offer, visit our HAZWOPER Training page.
Course Objective
The objectives of the OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher online training for Supervisors are to meet:
- Federal OSHA HAZWOPER training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8), 29 CFR 1910.120(p)(7)(i), or 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(8) for General Industry
- Federal OSHA HAZWOPER training requirements of 29 CFR 1926.65(e)(8), 29 CFR 1926.65(p)(7)(i), or 29 CFR 1926.65(q)(8) for Construction.
- HAZWOPER training requirements for EPA and State OSHA regulations
Per 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8) and 29 CFR 1926.65(e)(8):
Employees specified in paragraph (e)(1) of this section, and managers and supervisors specified in paragraph (e)(4) of this section, shall receive eight hours of refresher training annually on the items specified in paragraph (e)(2) and/or (e)(4) of this section, any critique of incidents that have occurred in the past year that can serve as training examples of related work, and other relevant topics.
Per 29 CFR 1910.120(p)(7)(i) and 29 CFR 1926.65(p)(7)(i):
The employer shall develop and implement a training program which is part of the employer’s safety and health program, for employees exposed to health hazards or hazardous substances at TSD operations to enable the employees to perform their assigned duties and functions in a safe and healthful manner so as not to endanger themselves or other employees. The initial training shall be for 24 hours and refresher training shall be for eight hours annually. Employees who have received the initial training required by this paragraph shall be given a written certificate attesting that they have successfully completed the necessary training.
Per 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(8) and 29 CFR 1926.65(q)(8):
Those employees who are trained in accordance with paragraph (q)(6) of this section shall receive annual refresher training of sufficient content and duration to maintain their competencies, or shall demonstrate competency in those areas at least yearly.
Learning Objective
After completing this course, the student should be able to:
- Perform procedures for supervision and leadership of HAZWOPER workers
- Describe the purpose of safety programs
- Understand the role of management in the safety and health of employees
- Discuss the financial impacts of risk management
- Understand topics presented per the course outline, as it relates to supervision of HAZWOPER workers
Course Format
Designed by Certified Outreach Trainers, this course includes up-to-date, high quality training created with your safety and learning as our top priority. The course features interactive training modules presented through our state-of-the art Online Training System (OTS). The course combines full narration and visual elements for maximum retention. The course is completed entirely online using a computer with an internet connection and is available 24/7. For your convenience, it can be completed over time, and your progress will be saved to the last section completed. Students are given 6 months to complete the course after enrollment. We are so certain you will be satisfied with your experience, that we offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee*.
Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print your Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format through our advanced Online Training System (OTS). We also offer the option to be mailed a PVC credit card style Wallet ID Card with optional photo, showing training course completion. If selected during enrollment, this ID Card option costs an additional $5.00, and the card will be mailed within 24 hours of course completion.
Course Sections
There are four versions of this online HAZWOPER training course available, so you can choose the version most applicable to you and your job. All four versions meet OSHA requirements and provide the same certificate at course completion.
Version 1 – Emphasis on Legal Issues and Chemical Hazards
Version 2 – Emphasis on Toxicology and Waste Site Operations
Version 3 – Emphasis on Physical Hazards and Supervision
Version 4 – Emphasis on HAZWOPER Programs and Supervision
The course sections are fully narrated and interactive. Quiz questions within each section help the student retain knowledge that will be needed for the module exams.
| Module 1 |
| Section |
Introduction and Legal Issues |
| 1 |
Course Overview |
| 2 |
Module Overview |
| 3 |
Introduction to OSHA |
| 4 |
Introduction to HAZWOPER |
| 5 |
HAZWOPER Training |
| 6 |
Regulatory Compliance |
| 7 |
Safety and Health Program |
| 8 |
Medical Surveillance |
| Exam 1 |
| Module 2 |
| Section |
Chemical Hazards |
| 9 |
Module Overview |
| 10 |
Introduction to Industrial Hygiene |
| 11 |
Biological Hazards |
| 12 |
Hazard Communication |
| 13 |
Physical and Chemical Properties |
| 14 |
Introduction to Radiation |
| Exam 2 |
| Module 3 |
| Section |
Decon and Conclusion |
| 15 |
Decontamination |
| Exam 3 |
| Summary and Conclusion |
| Module 1 |
| Section |
Introduction and Toxicology |
| 1 |
Course Overview |
| 2 |
Module Overview |
| 3 |
Introduction to Toxicology |
| 4 |
The Importance of Dosage |
| 5 |
Types of Toxic Substances |
| 6 |
Toxicological Effects |
| 7 |
Factors that Influence Toxicity |
| Exam 1 |
| Module 2 |
| Section |
Chemical Hazards |
| 8 |
Module Overview |
| 9 |
Site Characterization and Analysis |
| 10 |
Site Control Tactics and Strategy |
| 11 |
Job Hazard Analysis |
| 12 |
Handling Drums and Containers |
| 13 |
Sampling Methods and Procedures |
| 14 |
Managing Chemical Spills |
| 15 |
Introduction to Decontamination |
| 16 |
Emergency Response |
| 17 |
Understanding Temporary HAZWOPER Worksites |
| Exam 2 |
| Summary and Conclusion |
| Module 1 |
| Section |
Title |
| 1 |
Introduction and HAZWOPER Overview |
| 2 |
Safety and Health Program |
| Exam 1 |
| Module 2 |
| Section |
Title |
| 3 |
Physical Hazards |
| 4 |
Walking and Working Surfaces |
| 5 |
Fall Prevention and Protection |
| 6 |
Electrical Hazards |
| 7 |
Introduction to Confined Spaces |
| 8 |
Cold Illnesses and Injuries |
| 9 |
Heat Illnesses and Injuries |
| 10 |
Heat Illness Prevention |
| 11 |
Using the Heat Index |
| 12 |
Other Physical Hazards |
| Exam 2 |
| Module 3 |
| Section |
Title |
| 13 |
Supervision and Leadership |
| 14 |
Supervision and Leadership Methods |
| 15 |
Managing Job Stress |
| 16 |
Work Schedules and Working Alone |
| 17 |
Drug Free Workplace |
| Exam 3 |
| Summary and Conclusion |
| Module 1 |
| Section |
Title |
| 1 |
HAZWOPER Supervisor Refresher Overview |
| 2 |
Introduction |
| 3 |
The HAZWOPER Supervisor |
| 4 |
Laws and Regulations |
| 5 |
Managements Role in Safety and Health |
| 6 |
Financial Impact of Risk Management |
| Exam 1 |
| Module 2 |
| Section |
Title |
| 7 |
Program Management |
| 8 |
Safety and Health Program |
| 9 |
Emergency Response Plan |
| 10 |
Employee Training Program |
| 11 |
Medical Surveillance Program |
| 12 |
PPE Program |
| 13 |
PPE Selection |
| 14 |
Spill Containment Program |
| 15 |
Heat Illness Prevention Plan |
| 16 |
Permit-Required Confined Space Program |
| 17 |
Hazard Analysis Methodologies |
| Exam 2 |
| Module 3 |
| Section |
Title |
| 18 |
Supervision and Leadership Overview |
| 19 |
Supervision and Leadership |
| 20 |
Managing Job Stress |
| 21 |
Work Schedules and Working Alone |
| 22 |
Alcohol and Drugs in the Workplace |
| Exam 3 |
| Summary and Conclusion |
Course Exam
- The course includes exams based on each of the course modules. One exam must be taken after the completion of each module.
- Each exam consists of 10 questions, which are randomly compiled from a large pool of possible questions.
- A 70% or better score is needed in order to pass each exam. If a student does not pass, they may re-review information in the modules and sections as necessary, and retake the test as many times as needed in order to pass.
Sample Quiz/Test Question
Accreditation
This OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher online course for Supervisors was designed by Certified Outreach Trainers and is OSHA accepted. The course meets the Federal OSHA HAZWOPER requirements 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8), 29 CFR 1910.120(p)(7)(i), or 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(8) for General Industry and 29 CFR 1926.65(e)(8), 29 CFR 1926.65(p)(7)(i), or 29 CFR 1926.65(q)(8) for Construction.
HAZWOPER Certification
Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print your Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format. We also offer the option to be mailed a PVC credit card style Wallet ID Card with optional photo, showing training course completion. If selected during enrollment, this ID Card option costs an additional $5.00, and the card will be mailed within 24 hours of course completion.
Additional Training
If the student completes this HAZWOPER training online course in less than 8 hours, the student will need to obtain additional training (such as hands-on training or company-specific or function-specific training) in order to meet the OSHA 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher requirement.
Please note that this OSHA HAZWOPER training course provides valuable hazardous waste operations and emergency response training information which applies to a general population of workers. This course is not meant to replace company-specific or function-specific training provided by your employer on equipment use and procedures for your particular work environment. If a worker is going to use protective equipment or PPE on the job, they must be trained on proper use of the equipment prior to use. You must be trained by your employer on the hazards, equipment, engineering and administrative controls, safe work practices, policies and procedures and emergency plans specific to your role and workplace.
In ALL situations, employers are required to ensure their employees are adequately trained to do their job.
