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OSHA 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade (to the 40 Hour) ‑ Online

The OSHA 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade (40 Hour) online course is designed for professionals who have already completed the 24-hour HAZWOPER training and need the additional 16 hours to fulfill the full 40-hour OSHA requirement. This program provides advanced instruction in hazard recognition, emergency response, site control, and regulatory compliance, ensuring workers are fully prepared to operate safely in hazardous environments.

The critical topics include chemical hazards, personal protective equipment (PPE), decontamination procedures, and emergency preparedness. Participants in this HAZWOPER 16-hour class gain practical knowledge and skills needed for high-risk work sites.

Upon successful completion, learners receive CEUs, a Certificate of Completion, and a PVC wallet ID for verification. This OSHA 16 Hour HAZWOPER Training ensures workers are confident, compliant, and equipped to meet OSHA standards for hazardous waste operations and emergency response.

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Learning Objectives

Identify different types of respiratory protection used by HAZWOPER workers.
Understand the use and function of various gas and hazard detection monitors.
Demonstrate proper care and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Explain the importance and procedures for fit testing of PPE.

Perform correct donning and doffing techniques for PPE.
Recognize potential hazards in high-risk work environments.
Apply decontamination procedures appropriately.
Maintain awareness of emergency response protocols.

Course Outline

1. Course Introduction
1. 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade Course Overview
2. Module 1 - Using Respiratory Protection
1. Module Overview
2. Using Respiratory Protection
3. Types of Respiratory Protection
4. Respirator Selection and Use
5. Respirator Medical Evaluation
6. Respirator Fit Testing
7. Respirator Training Requirements
8. Respirator Maintenance and Care
9. Module 1 Exam
3. Module 2 - Using Chemical Protective Clothing (CPC)
1. Module Overview
2. Medical Considerations for Wearing CPC
3. Using Chemical Protective Clothing
4. Chemical Protective Clothing Selection
5. Chemical Protective Clothing Classifications
6. Donning and Doffing CPC
7. Inspection, Storage, and Maintenance of CPC
8. Decontaminating and Cleaning CPC
9. Module 2 Exam

4. Module 3 - Using Monitoring and Detection Devices
1. Module Overview
2. Preventing Sparks During Gas Detection
3. Sensor Technology
4. Types of Gas Detection Systems
5. Using Colorimetric Tubes
6. Using Combustible Gas Indicators
7. FIDs and PIDs
8. Other Detection Devices
9. Module 3 Exam
5. Module 4 - Video Equipment Familiarization
1. Module Overview
2. Respiratory Video Section
3. Level-A Video Section
4. Level-B Video Section
5. CPC Components and Accessories Video Section
6. Monitoring and Detection Video Section
7. Miscellaneous Tools and Equipment Video Section
8. Decontamination
6. Course Conclusion
1. 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade Summary and Conclusion

Training Process

Workers must receive training on the specific hazards associated with their job whenever required by OSHA standards. It's important that the training provider ensures credibility and strengthens a company’s overall safety program. Beyond theoretical instruction, employees should complete site-specific training provided by their employer. This training should focus on the company’s unique methods for hazard prevention, including the proper use of site-specific equipment, adherence to health and safety policies, and emergency response procedures. Proper documentation of this site-specific training is essential for compliance and verification purposes. If a worker has completed the 24-hour HAZWOPER training and is now upgrading with the 16 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER course to reach 40 hours, additional training may be required when they are expected to operate any of the equipment covered during their online training. This ensures that employees are fully competent and safe when handling equipment in real-world hazardous work environments.

Exam & Quiz Information

To earn the 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade (to the 40 Hour) ‑ Online card, you must achieve a minimum score of 70%. You will be given three attempts to pass the quizzes and the final exam.

If you fail all three attempts or allow your course to expire, your course access will be suspended, and you will need to repurchase the course to resume your training.

After finishing all the modules of the OSHA 16 Hour HAZWOPER Upgrade (to the 40 Hour) ‑ Online course and passing the final quiz, you can print your certificate instantly. Your OSHA card will arrive in no less than two weeks after you have finished the training.

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