New first responder training course is available through Global Career Schools.
First Responder Online TrainingCOURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course covers broad issues pertaining to the hazard recognition at work sites. OSHA has developed the HAZWOPER program to protect the workers working at hazardous sites and devised extensive regulations to ensure their safety and health. This course, while identifying different types of hazards, also suggests possible precautions and protective measures to reduce or eliminate hazards at the work place.
Course Overview
This Course will focus on the following topics:
" Regulation Overviewa
" Site Characterization
" Toxicology
" Hazard Recognition
" Personal Protective Equipment
" Site Control
" Decontamination
" Medical Surveillance
" Emergency Procedures
" Fire Protection
PRE-ASSESSMENT QUIZ
Regulation Overview Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" About the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act)
" The Creation of OSHA and NIOSH
" Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
" Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
" Understanding OSHA Standards
" Hazardous Waste Legislation (EPA)
" Hazard Definitions
REGULATION OVERVIEW MODULE QUIZ
Site Characterization Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Site Characterization Introduction
" Off-Site Characterization
" On-Site Survey
" On-Going Monitoring and Hazard Assessment
" Documentation
SITE CHARACTERIZATION MODULE QUIZ
Toxicology Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Response to Chemical Exposure
" Toxic Substance Forms
" Target Organ Poisons
" Routes of Exposure
" Chemical Exposure
" Chemical Interaction
" Exposure Limits
" Protection from Toxins
TOXICOLOGY MODULE QUIZ
Hazard Recognition Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Hazard Recognition Definitions
" Hazard and Safety Analysis
" Hazard Recognition
" Chemical Health Hazards
" Site and Equipment Hazards
" Environmental Hazards
" Biological Hazards
HAZARD RECOGNITION QUIZ
Personal Protective Equipment Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Personal Protective Equipment: Clothing and Ensembles
" Developing a PPE Program
" Selection of Chemical Protective Clothing
" Accessories
" Level of Protection
" PPE Inspection Program
" PPE: Face, Head, Foot, and Hand
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MODULE QUIZ
Site Control Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Site Control Program
" Site Work Zones
" Site Security
SITE CONTROL MODULE QUIZ
Decontamination Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Decontamination
" Decontamination Plan
" Levels of Contamination
" Decontamination Methods
" Testing for Effectiveness
" Decontamination Facility Design
" Decontamination Selection
Emergency Decontamination
DECONTAMINATION MODULE QUIZ
Medical Surveillance Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" Developing a Site-Specific Medical Program
" Medical Surveillance
" Treatment
" Record Keeping
" Program Review
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE MODULE QUIZ
Fire Protection Module
This module focuses on the following topics:
" The Fire Triangle
" Classification of Fire
" Types of Fire Extinguishers
" How to Use Fire Extinguishers
" Standpipe and Hose Systems
" Automatic Sprinkler Systems
" Fixed Fire Suppression Equipment
" Fire Detection Systems
" Employee Alarm Systems
FIRE PROTECTION MODULE QUIZ
Begin First Responder Course