ENV213 – 28.00 Hours
Currently there are no scheduled classes for this course. However, in some cases a course can be scheduled to meet your organization’s specific needs. For more information about this course or to schedule a class, please contact Infrastructure Training & Safety Institute
OSHA Training Institute Education Center at (800) 723-3811 or (800) SAFE-811 or itsi@teex.tamu.edu to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) course is designed for industry professionals new to the environmental field. Participants receiving this training are provided an overview of major U.S. environmental, health, and safety laws as well as regulations linked to legislation that may have an impact on compliance measures within a particular facility or workplace.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Completion Requirements
Participant Must Provide
- a photo identification on the first day of class. See the Participant Handbook for approved forms of identification and additional guidelines.
Attendance Requirements
Class attendance is an essential part of the education process and participants in TEEX courses are expected to attend all class sessions and field exercises. This course requires participants to attend a minimum of 80% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, your instructor will review any additional attendance requirements, for example a field exercise that cannot be missed
Recommended
Prior Training Courses or Knowledge
It is recommended, but not required, participants complete the Chemistry for Environmental Professionals (OSH511) course.
Topics
- Health and Safety (OSHA)
- Clean Air Act
- Hazardous waste management (RCRA)
- TSCE, asbestos and PCB requirements
- Groundwater geology and underground storage
- Transportation of hazardous materials
- CERCLA / EPCRA
- SPCC and Emergency responses
- Property transaction audits
- Clean Water Act
Suggested Audience
- Environmental technicians or consultants
- Industrial hygienists
- Safety supervisors
- Hazardous waste personnel
- Health and safety coordinators
Government Programs
- GSA contract number: GS-02F-0003P. GSA customers, to register please contact itsi@teex.tamu.edu or call (800) 723-3811
Contact Information
Infrastructure Training & Safety Institute
OSHA Training Institute Education Center
Phone: | Toll-Free: (800) 723-3811 or (800) SAFE-811
Email: itsi@teex.tamu.edu