HAZWOPER

HAZWOPER certification is essential for those involved in cleaning, treating, storing, and disposing of hazardous waste. ClickSafety’s HAZWOPER training online is compliant with OSHA standards 29 CFR 1910.120 and 29 CFR 1926.65, and offers comprehensive training options, including 24-hour, 40-hour, 16-hour and annual refresher courses.
HAZWOPER STANDARDS
The standards include anyone who is exposed or potentially exposed to hazardous materials and who are engaged in one of the following operations (as specified by 1910.120(a)(1)(i-v) and 1926.65(a)(1)(i-v):
- Government-required clean-up operations
- Corrective actions covered by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA)
- Voluntary clean-up operations at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites
- Operations at Treatment, storage, and disposal facilities (TSDF) which involve hazardous waste
- Emergency response operations where there is a threat involving the release of hazardous substances
ADDITIONAL WORKERS TO PROTECT
HAZWOPER training can also be useful for anyone looking to protect workers in any of the following hazardous working conditions:
- High concentrations of toxic substances
- Environments considered Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH)
- Situations that pose the risk of a fire or explosion
- Oxygen-deficient atmospheres
HAZWOPER Courses


HAZWOPER 24-Hour for All Industries
Level: Certificate
Duration: 24 Hours
CourseID: MOOD314
CEUs: 2.4
$180.00


HAZWOPER 16-Hour for All Industries
Level: Certificate
Duration: 16 Hours
CourseID: MOOD316
CEUs: 1.6
$150.00


HAZWOPER 40-Hour for All Industries
Level: Certificate
Duration: 40 Hours
CourseID: MOOD306
CEUs: 4.0
$300.00


HAZWOPER 2026 Refresher (8-Hour)
Level: Certificate
Duration: 8 Hours
CourseID: CLK1033
CEUs: 0.8
$70.00


HAZWOPER Supervisor for Construction
Level: Certificate
Duration: 8 Hours
CourseID: MOOD303
CEUs: 1.0
$70.00


HAZWOPER Toolbox Talk
Level: Introductory
Duration: 5 Minutes
CourseID: MOOD513
CEUs: 0.8
$15.00
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
WHAT IS HAZWOPER TRAINING?
HAZWOPER training is a set of regulations and training requirements that prepare workers and supervisors to safely handle, clean up, and respond to situations involving hazardous waste. OSHA HAZWOPER training requirements are covered under the OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) standards 29 CFR 1910.120 and 29 CFR 1926.65.
WHAT DOES HAZWOPER STAND FOR?
HAZWOPER is an acronym that stands for “hazardous waste operations and emergency response”.
WHO NEEDS HAZWOPER TRAINING?
HAZWOPER training is required for workers who perform cleanup, emergency response, corrective actions or operate at treatment facilities. These include:
- Government-required cleanup operations
- Corrective actions involving cleanup operations at sites covered by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
- Clean-up operations at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites
- Operations at treatment, storage, and disposal (TSD) facilities
- Emergency response operations involving the release of hazardous substances
WHICH HAZWOPER CERTIFICATION IS RIGHT FOR ME?
| HAZWOPER 40-Hour | For workers and employers participating in hazardous waste operations and emergency response |
| HAZWOPER 24-Hour | For workers and employers with limited exposure to hazardous waste |
| HAZWOPER 16-Hour | For onsite managers and supervisors directly responsible for employees engaged in hazardous waste operations who need to complete their 40 hours of training after passing the 24-hour course |
| HAZWOPER 8-Hour Refresher | Meets the annual training requirement for hazardous waste operations and emergency response workers |
HOW DO I GET A HAZWOPER CERTIFICATE?
OSHA’s HAZWOPER standard requires that all individuals receive a physical HAZWOPER certificate upon successful completion of their 8-, 24-, and/or 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
This involves:
- Completing the HAZWOPER training online.
- Scoring at least 70% on all knowledge checkpoints.
- Filling out the course evaluation form.
After meeting these requirements, you will receive your certificate of completion. Additionally, you must participate in a field exercise session with your employer to fully comply with OSHA standards.
Environmental Hazards
To supplement your HAZWOPER training with ClickSafety’s courses on environmental hazards. These courses focus on recognizing and controlling hazards such as mold, asbestos, and lead.