PSAF 117 - Hazardous Materials Technician

Institution:

Ivy Tech Community College

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Description:

Introduces hazardous material, managing the hazardous material incident, explosive and gas emergencies, shipping containers, cylinder safety devices, responding to flammable and combustible liquids, oxidizer, poison, and corrosive and radioactive emergencies. This course emphasizes chemical identification, marking, storage, shipping and handling of hazardous substances; and uses basic monitoring instruments for hazardous areas to protect workers and first responders. Covers protective clothing and equipment. Emphasizes safety procedures and practices. Detailed labs are included. On completion of this course the student is eligible to take the national test certification for Hazardous Materials Technician.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ivytech.edu

Phone Number:

(317) 921-4800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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