WSO–Certified Hazardous Materials Supervisor, WSO-CHMS. Written examination required. Learn more about the exam here
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A) Objective: Provide evaluation of the professional knowledge, skills and expertise of an individual who will supervise the stor-age and handling of hazardous materials/waste and/or be responsible for the operations of two or more emergency response teams capable of responding to single or multiple hazardous materials incidents, or provides supervision of storage/handling of hazardous materials.
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B) Certification Requirements: An applicant must be
- a current Affiliate Member of the WSO,
- be of good moral character,
- meet application requirements,
- satisfy the educational and experience criteria,
- pay the required fees, and
- pass the written examination.
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C) Requirements for International Certification: Must successfully completed Levels I and II or their equivalent plus serving at least one year in a hazardous materials response or operations program. Completion of an advanced level training program of approximately 40 to 60 hours in the following general areas: Learn more about exam referent books
- Hazardous materials regulation to include EPA, DOT, OSHA,
- FEMA and other pertinent agencies
- Incident reports and communications
- Evaluation of programs and procedures
- Incident/emergency pre-planning
- Incident site command
- Resources for incident aid and assistance
- Recording and documentation procedures
- Purchasing sources and practices
- Storage and handling of hazardous materials
- Principles of safety management
- Safety personnel management
- Organization and structuring of safety departments
- Supervision of hazardous materials operations
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