HAZWOPER OSHA Regulations & Standards 2

Question 1

Under 29 CFR 1910.120(e), what is the minimum training duration for workers at hazardous waste cleanup operations who are not supervisors?

Accepted Answer

40 hours

Answer

29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3)(i) requires a minimum of 40 hours of off-site instruction plus 3 days of field experience for general site workers.

Question 2

Which OSHA standard specifically addresses emergency response to hazardous substance releases under HAZWOPER?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.120(q)

Answer

29 CFR 1910.120(q) covers emergency response operations for releases of, or substantial threats of releases of, hazardous substances.

Question 3

How often must HAZWOPER-trained workers receive refresher training to maintain their certification?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8) requires annual refresher training of sufficient content and duration to maintain competency.

Question 4

Under HAZWOPER, who is responsible for developing the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP)?

Accepted Answer

Employer

Answer

29 CFR 1910.120(b)(1) places the responsibility for developing the SSHP on the employer before site operations begin.

Question 5

What does the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 govern in the context of hazardous waste sites?

Accepted Answer

Hazard Communication (HazCom)

Answer

29 CFR 1910.1200 is the Hazard Communication Standard, which requires chemical hazard information to be conveyed through labels and Safety Data Sheets.

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HAZWOPER OSHA Regulations & Standards 2