Corporate Training Only – Not for Individual Enrollment
Duration: 1 Day (Customizable based on depth and industry)
Delivery Mode: Onsite / Live Virtual / Blended
Certification: Organization-issued or third-party accredited (if required)

Target Audience:

• Industrial, chemical, and logistics staff
• Warehouse and transport teams
• Safety officers and emergency response staff
• Cleaning, waste disposal, and maintenance personnel
• Lab technicians and anyone working with hazardous materials

Training Objectives:

• Understand the classification and handling of hazardous materials (HAZMAT)
• Recognize physical, chemical, and health risks of exposure
• Comply with national and international HAZMAT regulations (e.g., OSHA, GHS, DOT,
  ADR)
• Promote safe storage, labeling, transportation, and emergency response
  practices

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Identify different classes of hazardous materials (flammable, toxic, corrosive, etc.)
• Interpret HAZMAT labeling systems (GHS, NFPA, DOT placards)
• Apply correct storage, handling, and spill control methods
• Respond appropriately in the event of a HAZMAT incident or leak

Course Outline / Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Hazardous Materials

• Definition and types of HAZMAT
• Examples from different industries
• Legal obligations and safety culture

Module 2: HAZMAT Classification and Labeling

• Globally Harmonized System (GHS) symbols
• NFPA Diamond, DOT placards, and ADR codes
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS) – how to read and interpret

Module 3: Health and Physical Hazards

• Exposure routes (inhalation, ingestion, skin contact)
• Acute vs. chronic effects
• Toxicity, flammability, reactivity, and corrosiveness

Module 4: Handling and Storage

• Compatibility and segregation
• Spill prevention and control
• Use of containment systems and ventilation
• Storage area requirements

Module 5: PPE and Engineering Controls

• Selecting PPE for chemical hazards
• Respiratory protection, gloves, goggles, suits
• Maintenance and inspection of safety gear

Module 6: Emergency Procedures

• HAZMAT spill response and evacuation
• First aid for exposure
• Use of emergency showers and eyewash stations
• Reporting and containment protocols

Module 7: HAZMAT Transportation Awareness (Optional)

• Packaging, labeling, and documentation for transit
• Vehicle signage and placards
• Driver/operator responsibilities

Certification:

• End-of-training multiple-choice quiz or scenario activity
• Corporate Certificate of Completion (custom branding optional)
• Optional: External certification (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, or HAZWOPER-style if required)