HAZWOPER Refresher for Emergency Responders: Medical Program

This HAZWOPER training course is designed to acquaint learners with the Medical Program, including the types of exams required, emergency and non-emergency treatment, medical records available, and symptoms to watch for that may indicate injury or illness while working with hazardous substances during emergency response operations.

Course Overview

This HAZWOPER training course is designed to acquaint learners with the Medical Program, including the types of exams required, emergency and non-emergency treatment, medical records available, and symptoms to watch for that may indicate injury or illness while working with hazardous substances during emergency response operations.

Course Topics

  • Your Job Has Health Hazards
  • Medical Surveillance
  • Medical Surveillance Exams
  • Emergency Medical Treatment & First Aid
  • Medical Program & Recordkeeping

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • List the reasons to perform medical surveillance and who is required to be medically monitored
  • Discuss different types of medical exams including pre-assignment, periodic, and termination exams, along with written opinions and confidentiality
  • List the possible signs and symptoms of chemical and heat/cold exposures and the requirements for emergency and non-emergency medical treatment
  • Discuss the importance of maintaining a medical surveillance program and medical records and performing medical program reviews