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40 hour Hazwoper Training at only $349.95

Hazwoper Refresher Courses introduces the 40 Hour Hazwoper Training Course. This safety training is mandated by the Government for all those workers participating in the Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Operation. Basically, this course should be undertaken by all those who have volunteered for the emergency clean up operations and the handling, disposal and treatment of hazardous substances at waste sites. We have developed this course including all the topics from the 29 CFR 1910.120 regulations as laid down by OSHA. As reviewed and approved by OSHA, this course has been recommended for 40 hours. Also, there are no pre requisites needed from the trainees. The main objective of this course is to make the workers realize the importance of OSHA and the role it plays in organizing occupational safety. We aim towards educating the employees to identify the various hazards present at the workplace. The use of Material Safety Data Sheets and ways to read and understand them properly will also b

Personal Protective Equipment- Do You Really Require It

Workers and other employees in the construction industry face a variety of health and safety challenges on a daily basis. These may include, exposure to various toxic substances and materials, that can cause serious harm and sometimes even fatal illnesses. Present below, is a list of just some of the hazards that are present in the vicinity of various construction sites. SMF or the Synthetic Mineral Fiber industry: workers in this industry usually deal with rosewood, fiberglass and ceramic on a daily basis. However, a large number of international studies have recently shown that, SMF's can cause anything from eyes, nose, skin and mouth irritation to something as deadly as lung cancer. Fortunately, workers can protect themselves from such hazards by using the appropriate type of PPE. The Solvent industry: Chemicals are commonly known as solvents. These solvents are used in cleaning,painting, glues, paints and varnishes. However, workers can suffer from short and long term effects,