DOT Hazmat: Basic General Awareness

Course Objectives The objectives of the DOT General Awareness training course are to meet the Federal Department of Transportation training requirements of 49 CFR 172.704(a)(1) and 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart H. Per 49 CFR 172.704(a)(1) General awareness/familiarization training. Each hazmat employee shall be provided general awareness/...

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Per 49 CFR 172.704(a)(1)

General awareness/familiarization training. Each hazmat employee shall be provided general awareness/familiarization training designed to provide familiarity with the requirements of this subchapter, and to enable the employee to recognize and identify hazardous materials consistent with the hazard communication standards of this subchapter.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

Identify the basic hazmat hazard classes and divisions and understand their associated hazards;
Use the hazmat table to locate proper shipping names, identification numbers, hazard classes, packaging and labeling requirements, and more;
Complete shipping papers for hazardous materials;
Demonstrate the proper use of markings, labels, and placards; and
Describe the differences in packagings and which types of packagings are appropriate for specific hazardous materials.

Topics Covered

Module 1 - Using Respiratory Protection

Section 01 - 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade Course Overview
Section 02 - Module Overview
Section 03 - Using Respiratory Protection
Section 04 - Types of Respiratory Protection
Section 05 - Respirator Selection and Use
Section 06 - Respirator Medical Evaluation
Section 07 - Respirator Fit Testing
Section 08 - Respirator Training Requirements
Section 09 - Respirator Maintenance and Care
Module 1 Exam

Module 2 - Using Chemical Protective Clothing (CPC)

Section 10 - Module Overview
Section 11 - Medical Considerations for Wearing CPC
Section 12 - Using Chemical Protective Clothing
Section 13 - Chemical Protective Clothing Selection
Section 14 - Chemical Protective Clothing Classifications
Section 15 - Donning and Doffing CPC
Section 16 - Inspection, Storage, and Maintenance of CPC
Section 17 - Decontaminating and Cleaning CPC
Module 2 Exam

Module 3 - Using Monitoring and Detection Devices

Section 18 - Module Overview
Section 19 - Preventing Sparks During Gas Detection
Section 20 - Sensor Technology
Section 21 - Types of Gas Detection Systems
Section 22 - Using Colorimetric Tubes
Section 23 - Using Combustible Gas Indicators
Section 24 - FIDs and PIDs
Section 25 - Other Detection Devices
Module 3 Exam

Module 4 - Video Equipment Familiarization

Section 26 - Module Overview
Section 27 - Respiratory Video Section
Section 28 - Level-A Video Section
Section 29 - Level-B Video Section
Section 30 - CPC Components and Accessories Video Section
Section 31 - Monitoring and Detection Video Section
Section 32 - Miscellaneous Tools and Equipment Video Section Section 33 - Decontamination
Section 34 - 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade Summary and Conclusion

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