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HAZWOPER Technician 24hr (Initial)

This course is organized under the supervision of the Ivy Tech Environmental Management Institute at the Indianapolis Campus. OSHA (29 CFR 1910.120(q) and 1926.59(q)) requires that employees performing chemical emergency response must receive training commensurate with their duties.

Hazardous materials technicians (and specialists) are the people on the HAZWOPER emergency response team who are allowed to enter the release zone to actively attempt to contain and control the release. Their role is described more fully in the section on Emergency Response Team Organization.

Trainees in this course will actually don and doff the type of Level A equipment used for protection during responses to releases of especially hazardous chemicals, as well as receiving training on all aspects of the response and their role in the overall incident management system.

Students will demonstrate proficiency in:

  • OSHA HAZWOPER requirements for emergency responders
  • Chemical and biological hazard classification

Students will receive hands-on training in:

  • Personal protective equipment selection at a response scene
  • Techniques for monitoring for hazardous substances
  • Containment and control response options
  • Equipment, site, and personnel decontamination
  • Sizing up a response scene
  • Site control

Students will demonstrate competency by completing an exam at the end of the course.

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There are several flexible options available to help cover the cost of your skills training class:

  • One-time payment – Pay the full class price upfront.

  • Payment plan – Split your payments into 3-, 6-, or 9-month installments ($30 to set up, no interest).

  • Employer sponsorship – Your employer may fund your training as part of a workforce development or upskilling initiative - ask them today!

  • Workforce Ready Grant - if the class expressly states it's a Workforce Ready Grant class, you can select this to start the process for checking your eligibility. 

Upcoming Classes

Class Location

Class Dates
Time
Location
Cost
  • Aug 3, 2026 – Aug 5, 2026 8 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Monday-Wednesday
Lawrence
$425
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3 day initial certification training for persons engaged in hazardous waste clean up not requiring highest level PPE.

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Environmental Management Institute - Armica Bash Gaspar, indianapolis-emi@ivytech.edu

Costs may vary by location given differences in the cost of supplies and class provider.