OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER
Certification & Online Training
Required by Federal Law under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 & 1926.65
- Completion time: 40-hours
- Price: $210
- 1-Year Certificate
- 2026 OSHA Aligned
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The 40-Hour HAZWOPER training course is designed for employees who are involved in clean-up operations, voluntary clean-up operations, emergency response operations, and storage, disposal, or treatment of hazardous substances or uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. In addition, individuals who are exposed at or above permissible exposure limits (PELs), work on sites requiring respirators for more than 30 days out of the year and those who supervise any of these individuals are also. required to take this course.
This course is offered by 360training. National HAZWOPER Foundation is owned and operated by 360training.
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After you register, log in at your convenience and watch the training videos on any device at your own pace. After passing the final exam, you will be able to download your certificate of completion.
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Enroll your employees or yourself in the training by clicking here
- Training is 100% OSHA-aligned
- Easily assign training to employees and conveniently track their progress
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Complete the 40-hour online curriculum and test
- Multiple exam attempts
- No time limit
- High-quality interactive training
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Automatically print certificate of completion
- Valid for 1 year - At that point you will need to take 8-Hour Refresher course
- Easily verify certificates with unique certificate numbers and QR codes
- Avoid penalties and fines, including OSHA-imposed fines for each untrained operator
FAQ's
Who needs to take OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER?
The 40-hour training is primarily intended for individuals who are new to uncontrolled hazardous waste or emergency response operations. Roles that would require this training may include, but are not limited to:
- Equipment operators
- Site Workers
- On-site management
- General Laborers
What does the training consist of?
The training includes dynamic content and practice quizzes throughout to help students reinforce what they learned in each topic. The final exam is multiple choice and includes three (3) exam attempts. Students must score 70% or higher to receive a certificate of completion.
What are the requirements to be considered “certified”?
The requirements to fulfill training requirements include:
- Before entering the job site, individuals must complete the formal online training class that meets OSHA 1910.178 standards
- They must pass the final exam with a score of 70% or better.
- They must present the certificate of completion to a future or current employer for approval
- The General Site Worker must also receive at least three days of actual field experience under a supervisor. This is the responsibility of the student’s employer or potential employer.
This course satisfies all of the training standards identified by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA), and provides the written documentation needed to provide to an employer.
Can I register now, but take the training later?
Yes, you can complete the training at your own pace. Once you start the course, you have 90 days to complete the training and final exam. Furthermore, you have three (3) attempts to pass the final exam.
What is the difference between the 40-hour and 24-hour courses?
The 24-hour course is specifically meant for workers who are unlikely to be exposed over the Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL). These workers are typically drivers, surveyors, and managers.
How long is a certificate good for?
The 40-hour certification is valid for 1 year. After that, renew by taking the 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher training.
Where can I get additional information about OSHA standards?
For more information, contact your local or Regional OSHA office (listed in the telephone directory under United States Government – Department of Labor – Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
OSHA also has a Home Page on the Internet.
