WSO-CHMS

WSO–Certified Hazardous Materials Supervisor, WSO-CHMS. Written examination required. Learn more about the exam here

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.

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.

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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