Hands-on training requirements of the OSHA 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 23, 2021

Mr. Brett Postelli
565 E. Hillsboro Blvd.
Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441

Dear Mr. Postelli:

Cleanup of blood from crime or accident scenes and HAZWOPER training requirements

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 06, 2019

Mr. Scott W. Vogel
Chief Executive Officer
Emergi-Clean Inc.
41 Murray Street
Rahway, New Jersey 07065

Dear Mr. Vogel:

Training requirements in the hazardous waste interim final rule, 1910.120(e)(2) and (3).

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.

June 29, 1987

Ms. Jo Hoffman-Ferenchak
Industrial Hygienist
TSD Environmental Services, Inc.
Technical Services & Design
Post Office Box 801
Collegeville, Pennsylvania 19426

Dear Ms. Hoffman-Ferenchak:

This is in response to your request for an interpretation of training requirements in the hazardous waste interim final rule (29 CFR 1910.120(e)(2) and (3)) as it applies to your operations.

Interpretation concerning 1910.120 requirements for air monitoring, a site safety and health plan, training, and medical surveillance

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 19, 1988

Dr. Paul W. Jonmaire
Ecology and Environment, Inc.
Buffalo Corporate Center
368 Pleasantview Drive
Lancaster, New York 14086

Dear Dr. Jonmaire:

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 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: