The Hazardous Materials Technician course prepares Operations-level responders for Technician-level Hazardous Materials response. This 40-hour course, based on NFPA® 470: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Standard for Responders and NFPA® 1072 and 472 standards, provides participants with HAZMAT-specific response knowledge and skills, enabling them to respond safely and effectively to a suspected incident at the hazardous materials technician level. Participants receive hands-on training in donning and doffing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Levels A and B, containing leaks and drum over-packing, containing leaks in pressurized containers, and performing technical and mass decontamination. This course also complies meets or exceeds OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(q).
Prerequisite: Student must have successfully completed Hazardous Materials Operations Course. Proof of completion must be sent to the contact listed below upon registration.
Have obtained a medical evaluation in accordance with the Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.134. Each student MUST have a letter from their supervisor OR a copy of a medical certificate that clearly states that a medical evaluation has been completed and that the student is medically able to wear respiratory protection equipment.
Required Equipment:
Course Fee: FREE for Louisiana and Federal First Responders
Dress Code: The daily training attire for all courses is long pants, closed-toe shoes, and short or long-sleeve shirts. As determined by the lead instructor, shorts are allowed during certain practical training exercises.
Lodging: Lodging is provided at the Joint Emergency Services Training Center (JESTC) Staff Development Center at no cost for students who reside outside 50 miles of the training site.
Meals: Due to the remote location of JESTC, lunch is provided for all students, and additionally, breakfast is provided for students who require lodging at the Staff Development Center.
PLEASE NOTE: EVENING MEALS WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT!
Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation package with additional information before the class.
Questions: If you have questions or need more information, please contact us at [email protected]
Louisiana State Police
Joint Emergency Services Training Center
Hazardous Materials Training Classroom
1400 W. Irene Rd
Zachary, La. 70891
**REGISTRATION HAS BEEN CLOSED**