Criteria to evaluate employee exposure in order to trigger the training requirements of 1910.120(e)

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October 3, 1990

Mr. John B. Moran
Laborers' National Health
and Safety Fund
905 16th Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20006-1765

Dear Mr. Moran:

This is in response to your most recent letter concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (29 CFR 1910.120).

Training requirements of Hazwoper for various functions.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

August 20, 1991

Mr. Robert T. Gabris
Industrial Hygienist
Riedel Environmental Services, Inc.
Foot of North Portsmouth Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97203

Dear Mr. Gabris:

This is in response to your inquiry of May 17, concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response final rule (29 CFR 1910.120). Please accept my apology for the delay in this reply.

Training requirements for drivers hauling hazardous waste

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

 

Clarification of OSHA requirements for trainer qualifications under the HAZWOPER standard.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.


September 19, 2007

Mr. Richard S. Levin, PG
Manager, Engineering and Geosciences Department
TAK Environmental Services
2334 E. Hwy. 100
Bunnell, FL 32110

Dear Mr. Levin,

Application of absorbent pads for spill control;hazardous waste site cleanup training does not qualify worker as hazardous materials technician.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

February 26, 2003

Mr. Thomas Johnston
Environmental Analyst
State of Alaska Department of Transportation
PO Box 196960
Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6960

Dear Mr. Johnston:

Acceptability of using computer-based (on-line) training for the HAZWOPER 40-hour classroom training.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

August 16, 2004

Mr. Ron Gantt, Trainer/Consultant
Safety Compliance Management, Inc.
111 Deerwood Road, Suite 345
San Ramon, CA 94583

Dear Mr. Gantt:

Clarification of HAZWOPER training requirements as they apply to an employee of the town of Windsor, VT.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.


December 4, 2007

Mr. Don Howard, Town Administrator
Town of Windsor
P.O. Box 47
29 Union Street
Windsor, VT 05089

Dear Mr. Howard:

Clarification of OSHA requirements for trainer qualifications under the HAZWOPER standard.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.


September 19, 2007

Mr. Richard S. Levin, PG
Manager, Engineering and Geosciences Department
TAK Environmental Services
2334 E. Hwy. 100
Bunnell, FL 32110

Dear Mr. Levin,

Initial and annual refresher HAZWOPER training requirements for employees exposed to health hazards or hazardous substances at TSD facilities.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

March 7, 2007

Mr. Keith Gottsleben
Post Office Box 38
Gunpowder Branch
APG, EA, MD 21010-0038

Dear Mr. Gottsleben:

Use of a "hybrid" course to meet training requirements for both a general site worker and a hazardous materials technician under HAZWOPER.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.


April 28, 2008

Mr. Robert E. Carson, CIH
Tetra Tech NUS Inc.
1920 Radcliff Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45204

Dear Mr. Carson: