HAZWOPER: Elimination and Substitution Controls

 Define elimination and substitution in the hierarchy of controls;

 Recall examples of how to use elimination and substitution in HAZWOPER;

 Recall ways to ensure that elimination and substitution are effective in your workplace

The most effective way to control hazards is to eliminate them or substitute them with something safer. Take this course to learn how to use elimination and substitution for risk mitigation and worker protection. We will go over some examples of how these control scan make a difference in hazardous waste operations and emergency response, or HAZWOPER, work place safety. This course is ideal for chemical plant and laboratory employees including maintenance personnel and first responders. 


 OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000;

 OSHA 29 CFR 1910.107(d)(9)