Hazardous Materials Operations

Course Section: APA-HMO-0526

Availability (updated hourly):
Maximum number of candidates: 16.

Description
This course meets the NFPA 470 standards for Hazardous Materials Operations and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD). It trains Emergency Response Personnel to effectively respond to hazardous materials and WMD incidents, ensuring the safety of the public, responders, and the environment. Participants learn to use personal protective equipment and implement control measures. This course combines the Atlantic Police Academy's core theory and practical training in Hazardous Materials Operations.

Additional Information

Credit Related Information:
Upon completion of this course, the student will have met the sections required for an Operations Level first responder in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 470 2022 edition, professional qualifications standard. Students who successfully complete the certification process will be certified as an Operations Level first responder.

Prerequisites:
IFSAC or ProBoard accredited Hazardous Materials Awareness Level course meeting the requirements of NFPA 472, 1072, or 470. Priority will be given to Police, Public Safety, and Fire Service applicants.

Instructor:
Captain Colby Smith & Captain Johnny Dugay & Captain Greg MacDonald

Supplies Needed:
Participant Requirements: Cold weather clothing, CSA approved safety shoes, CSA approved safety helmet, safety glasses, gloves

Course Cost
TBA

Duration
60 hour(s)

Please note: Students are only able to register for a course after they have completed any of the pre-requisites listed above.

Please note: If English is not your first language, you are required to meet Holland College’s English proficiency requirements prior to commencing studies. Recognized English proficiency tests can be found at the following link: Language Skills