What are the training or certification requirements for HAZWOPER trainers?

At this time, OSHA does not require trainers to be certified. Rather, the HAZWOPER Standard goes over trainer qualifications at paragraphs (e)(5), (p)(7)(iii), and (q)(7). While the three paragraphs are not worded identically, all three call for trainers to either:

1. Have satisfactorily completed a training course for teaching the subjects they are expected to teach, or
2. Have the academic credentials and instructional experience necessary to demonstrate competent instructional skills and a good command of the subject matter they are to teach.

Under paragaph (e)(5), the trainer must also demonstrate competent instructional skills and knowledge of the subject matter if qualification method (1) above is used. Under paragraph (q)(7), "training" may qualify in lieu of academic credentials. The subjects that trainers must be able to convey to trainees are summarized in paragraphs (e), (p), and (q), depending on the operation.