HAZWOPER: Heat Stress Awareness

 Recall why HAZWOPER activities may make heat stress more intense;

 Recall best practices to prevent heat stress for HAZWOPER workers;

 Recognize types and symptoms of heat stress as well as treatments

Due to the nature of their jobs and the protective equipment required, HAZWOPER workers are particularly susceptible to heat stress. Take this course to refresh your memory about types of heat stress. In it, you will learn why HAZWOPER workers are susceptible to heat stress and how to prevent and treat it. This course is ideal for industrial plant and laboratory employees including maintenance personnel and first responders who are responding to hazardous material incidents. 


 OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000;

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.107(d)(9)