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Risk Management Program (Program 2) (40 CFR 68.54) | |
Who: | Employees involved in operating a process. |
What: | Training on the covered process and operating procedures that pertain to the employee’s duties. |
When: | Before an employee is involved in operating a newly assigned process; refresher training at least every three years (more often if necessary). |
What records: | Specific training documentation is not required. |
Risk Management Program (Program 3) (40 CFR 68.71) | |
Who: | Employees involved in operating a process. |
What: | Overview of the process and in the operating procedures that pertain to their duties (see §68.69). |
When: | Before an employee is involved in operating a newly assigned process; refresher training at least every three years (more often if necessary) |
What records: | Prepare and maintain records that
contain:
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Ozone Technician Training (40 CFR 82.40) | |
Who: | Motor vehicle air conditioner technicians |
What: | Training may be on-the-job, training through self-study of instructional material, or on-site training involving instructors, videos, or a hands-on demonstration. Test subject materials is listed in §82.40 (a)(2). |
When: | Before the technician services or repairs any motor vehicle air conditioners; recertification may be required by the regional administrator or state. |
What records: |
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Ozone Recycling and Emissions Reduction (40 CFR 82.161) | |
Who: | Technicians and organizations certifying technicians that maintain, service, or repair appliances containing class I or class II refrigerants or non-exempt substitute refrigerant. |
What | Certification requirements listed in §82.161 and Appendix D to Subpart F. |
When: | Persons who wish to become Type I, II, II, or Universal technicians must be tested and certified. Recertification may be required by the regional administrator. Apprentices are exempt from certification, but must be supervised by a certified technician. |
What records: |
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Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) (40 CFR 112.7(f))* | |
Who: |
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What: | Training must include:
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When: | Schedule and conduct discharge prevention briefings at least once a year. Briefings must cover known discharges or failures, malfunctioning components, and any recently developed precautionary measures. |
What records: | No training records specified. Other SPCC records must be kept for three years. |
Facility Response Plans (40 CFR 112.20 - 112.21) | |
Who: | Facilities that because of their locations, could be
reasonably expected to cause significant and substantial harm
to the environment by discharging oil into or on the
navigable waters or adjoining shorelines. These facilities
include:
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What: | Facility response training program and drill/exercise program. (Recommendation to base the training program on the U.S. Coast Guard’s Training elements for Oil Spill Response.) Training must be functional in nature according to job tasks, both supervisory and non-supervisory personnel. Drills and exercises that follow the National Preparedness for Response Exercise Program (PREP) will be deemed satisfactory. Alternative programs are subject to approval by the Regional Administrator. |
When: | §112.21 does not specify a training
timeframe. However, The USCG at 33 CFR 155 says:
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What records: | Logs of discharge prevention meetings, training sessions, and drills/exercises. These logs may be maintained as an annex to the facility response plan. |
Underground injection control permits (Safe Drinking Water Act) (40 CFR 144.51) | |
Who: | All UIC permit applicants must ensure adequate staffing and training |
What: | Hazardous waste injection well operators must train personnel according to the requirements in 40 CFR 264.16. |
When: | Training must be addressed before the permit to operate will be issued. |
What records: | The Safe Drinking Water UIC permit. Keep all records used to complete the application for the permit for at least three years. |
Stormwater permits – Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and Best Management Practices (BMPs) (40 CFR 122.26) | |
Who: | Construction site operators on sites that are required to apply for a stormwater permit must develop and train employees on the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. States may have additional and more stringent SWPPP and training requirements. Members of the stormwater pollution prevention team. Anyone working on the site, including construction workers and subcontractors. |
What: | Train on the SWPPP’s Best Management Practices (erosion control, good housekeeping, pollution prevention, cleanup measures. |
When: | Ideally, before construction starts; may be addressed in the permit. |
What records: | Training may be included on inspection and maintenance records. |
Hazardous waste personnel training — Small Quantity Generators (SQGs) (40 CFR 262.16) | |
Who: | All employees who work with or around hazardous waste, including employees who sign the uniform hazardous waste manifest. |
When: | Not specified in the regulations; however, before the employee works alone is the requirement for larger generators. |
What: | Proper waste handling and emergency procedures relevant to the employee’s specific responsibilities during normal facility operations and emergencies. |
What records: | Not specified. |
Hazardous waste personnel training — Large Quantity Generators (LQGs) (40 CFR 262.17)* | |
Who: | Facility personnel who work with or around hazardous waste. The trainer must be a person trained in hazardous waste management procedures. |
What: | Facility- and job-specific training may
be:
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When: | Initial training required within 6 months after the employee starts work or is reassigned to a new position. Employees may not work unsupervised until they have completed their training. Refresher training must be completed annually. |
What records: | Maintain training documents at the
facility with:
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Hazardous waste training — Permitted and interim status treatment, storage, and disposal facilities (40 CFR 264.16 and 265.16)* | |
Who: | Facility personnel who work with or around hazardous waste. The trainer must be a person trained in hazardous waste management procedures. |
What: | Facility- and job-specific training may
be:
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When: | Initial training required within 6 months after the employee starts work or is reassigned to a new position. Employees may not work unsupervised until they have completed their training. Refresher training must be completed annually. |
What records: | Maintain training documents at the
facility with:
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Universal waste training — Small quantity handlers (40 CFR 273.16) | |
Who: | All employees who handle or have responsibility for managing universal waste. |
What: | Proper handling and emergency procedures appropriate to the type(s) of universal waste handled at the facility. |
When: | Not specified. |
What records: | Not specified. |
Universal waste training — Large quantity handlers (40 CFR 273.36) | |
Who: | All employees who handle or have responsibility for managing universal waste. |
What: | Proper handling and emergency procedures appropriate to the type(s) of universal waste handled at the facility. |
When: | Not specified. |
What records: | Not specified. |
Used Oil (40 CFR 279.22) | |
Who: | Used oil generators. |
What: | All used oil generators are subject to the applicable training requirements in the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) rule in 40 CFR Part 112. If the used oil is stored in underground storage tanks, the training requirements of 40 CFR Part 280 may apply. |
When: | See the SPCC training requirements or the UST training requirements. |
What records: | See the SPCC training requirements or the UST training requirements. |
Toxic Substances Control Act — Protection in the Workplace (40 CFR 721.63) | |
Who: | Each person who is reasonably likely to be exposed dermally, to the eye, or through inhalation in the work area to a chemical substance identified in Part 721 Subpart E. |
What: |
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When: | Training is required whenever all of the following conditions are met:
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What records: | Not specified |
Toxic Substances Control Act — Hazard Communication Program (40 CFR 721.72) | |
Who: | All employees, contractor employees, and their designated representatives. |
What: |
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When: | For substances with SNURs issued in Part 721 Subpart E before July 5, 2022, training and information must be provided:
For substances with SNURs issued in Part 721 Subpart E on or after July 5, 2022, training and information must be provided in accordance with 721.72(i), which says, “Each employer shall develop and implement a written hazard communication program for the substance in each workplace in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200.” OSHA section 1910.1200 then requires employee information and training:
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What records: | Not specified. |
Pesticide safety training for workers (40 CFR 170.130) | |
Who: | Agricultural workers exposed to pesticides |
What: | Workers shall be provided pesticide safety information in a manner they can understand (written materials or oral communication). The presenter must be able to answer workers’ questions. |
When: |
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What records: | An EPA-approved Worker Protection Standard worker training certificate. |
Pesticide safety training for handlers (170.230) | |
Who: | Pesticide handlers |
What: | General pesticide safety information must be presented to handlers either orally or from written materials or audio-visually. The information must be presented in a manner that the handlers can understand (e.g., through a translator). The presenter must be able to answer handlers’ questions. |
When: | Before any handler performs any handling tasks |
What records: | Verification of training through assuring the handler possess an EPA-approved Worker Protection Standard handler training certificate. |
[Pesticide] Training requirements for workers (40 CFR 170.401) | |
Who: | Agricultural workers with occupational exposure to pesticides |
What: | General pesticide safety information must be presented either orally or from written materials or audio-visually. The information must be presented in a manner that the handlers can understand (e.g., through a translator). The presenter must be able to answer handlers’ questions. Workers and handlers must be provided with information and protections designed to reduce work-related pesticide exposures and illnesses. This includes ensuring workers and handlers have been trained on pesticide safety, providing pesticide safety and application and hazard information, decontamination supplies and emergency medical assistance, and notifying workers of restrictions during applications and on entering pesticide treated areas. |
When: | Before any worker performs any task in a treated area on an agricultural establishment where within the last 30 days a pesticide product has been used or a restricted-entry interval for such pesticide has been in effect. |
What records: | For each worker required to be trained,
the agricultural employer must maintain on the
establishment for two years from the date of the training,
a record documenting each workers’ training including all
of the following:
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[Pesticide] Training requirements for handlers (40 CFR 170.501) | |
Who: | Agricultural pesticide handlers that are at least 18 years old. |
What: | Pesticide safety training must be presented either orally from written materials or audio-visually, at a location that is reasonably free from distraction and conducive to training. All training materials must be EPA-approved. The training must be presented in a manner that the handlers can understand, (e.g., using a translator). The trainer must be present during the entire training program and must respond to handlers' questions. |
When: | Before any handler performs any handler activity involving a pesticide product. |
What records: | Records of training for handlers employed
by the establishment. Maintain records for two years after
the date of the training. Records must be maintained at the
establishment and include all of the following
information:
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Asbestos-containing materials in schools (40 CFR 763.92) | |
Who: | All members of a school’s maintenance and custodial staff (custodians, electricians, heating/air conditioning engineers, plumbers, etc.) who may work in a building that contains ACBM (asbestos containing building materials) |
What: | Asbestos awareness training of at least 2
hours (even if they are not required to work with ACBM).
Training must include:
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When: | Within 60 days after employment for new employees. |
What records: | Not specified. |
Asbestos-abatement (40 CFR 763.122)* | |
Who: | State and local government employees who are not protected by OSHA’s Asbestos Standards at 29 CFR 1910.1001 and 29 CFR 1926.1101. |
What: | General industry: Follow the training requirements listed in 29 CFR 1910.1001(j)(7) Construction: Follow the training requirements listed in 29 CFR 1926.1101(k)(9). |
When: | At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. |
What records: | Maintain all training records for one year beyond the last date of employment. |
Chemical substances used in or for the manufacture of processing of instant photographic and peel-apart film articles (40 CFR 723.175) | |
Who: | Employees with occupational exposure to new chemical substances used for the manufacture or processing of instant photographic and peel-apart film articles. |
What: | A training program must be adapted to the
individual circumstances of the manufacturer and must
address:
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When: | Before an employee can enter a special production area. |
What records: | Develop and maintain a record of the worker’s participation in required training. The record must demonstrate the regular use of personal exposure safeguards, including any personal exposure monitoring results, the results of the quantitative fit test for the worker’s personal respirator, and any additional information related to the workers’ occupational exposure. Records must be kept for 30 years from the final date of manufacture. |
Lead renovation, repair, and painting rule (RRP) (40 CFR 745 Subpart E) | |
Who: | All individuals in firms doing renovation, repair, or painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes and child-occupied facilities. Each project must have a certified renovator. |
What: | Individuals can become certified contractors by taking an 8-hour training course provided by an EPA-approved trainer. Pre-renovation education requirements found in §745.84 must be performed. Certified renovators may provide on-the-job training to employees working on a project on every work practice standard listed in 745.85. |
When: | All individuals must be trained to work on a renovation project. Firms must be recertified every 5 years. |
What records: | For each renovation project, document compliance with the requirements to have a certified renovator assigned to the project, and that he or she directed workers who performed tasks. The training provided to workers must be documented. Maintain records for a period of 3 years following completion of the renovation. |
Lead abatement program: Training and certification (40 CFR 745 Subpart L) | |
Who: | Contractors and contractor employees seeking certification to conduct lead-based paint abatement activities in pre-1978 housing and child-occupied facilities. Certification is required for supervisors, workers, inspectors, risk assessors, and project designers. |
What: | Abatement workers must complete an accredited course and receive a course completion certificate from an EPA accredited training program. |
When: | Before working on a lead-based paint abatement project. Recertification must be completed every 3 years (if the course includes a hands-on assessment and test) or every 5 years (if the course includes a proficiency test). |
What records: | Keep all records for a period of 3 years. |
Underground Storage Tanks (40 CFR 280 Subpart J) | |
Who: | Class A, B, and C operators Class A operator = The person who has primary responsibility to operate and maintain the UST. This operator typically manages resources and personnel, such as establishing work assignments, to achieve and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. Class B operator = The person who has day-to-day responsibility for implementing applicable regulatory requirements. This operator typically implements in-field aspects of operation, maintenance, and associated recordkeeping for the UST system. Class C operator = The person responsible for initially addressing emergencies presented by a spill or release from an UST system. The Class C operator typically controls or monitors the dispensing or sale of regulated substances (e.g., gas station clerk). |
What: | Training requirements are different for
Class A, B, and C operators. States may have additional
training and testing requirements. Training may
include:
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When: | Class A and B operators: Within 30 days of assuming duties. Class C operators: Before assuming duties. Retraining must be done within 30 days if a UST operator (Class A, B, or C) is determined to be out of compliance. Retraining is not necessary for Class A and B operators if they complete annual refresher training. |
What records: | Owners and operators must maintain a
record identifying all currently designated operators at
the facility. The record must include the:
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TSCA Good laboratory practice standards, Organization and Personnel (40 CFR 792.29) | |
Who: | Each individual engaged in the conduct of or responsible for the supervision of a study |
What: | Education, training, or experience to perform assigned functions |
When: | Not specified |
What records: | A current summary of training, experience, and job description for each individual engaged in or supervising the conduct of a study. Keep for a period of at least 10 years following the effective date of the applicable final test rule. |
TSCA Good laboratory practice standards – Study Director Training (40 CFR 792.33) | |
Who: | For each study, a scientist or other qualified professional shall be identified as the study director. |
What: | Responsible for the technical conduct of the study. Responsible for ensuring all good laboratory practice regulations are followed. |
When: | Not specified. |
What records: | Not specified. |
Healthcare facilities managing hazardous waste pharmaceuticals (40 CFR 266.502(b)) | |
Who: | All personnel that manage non-creditable hazardous waste pharmaceuticals |
What: | Proper waste handling and emergency procedures (job specific) |
When: | Not specified |
What records: | Not specified |
Reverse distributors of pharmaceutical hazardous waste (40 CFR 266.510(c)(3))* | |
Who: | Reverse distributors of pharmaceutical hazardous waste |
What: | Classroom or on-the job training as required for large quantity generators of hazardous waste (LQGs) in 40 CFR 262.17(a)(7) |
When: | Within six months after the date of their employment or assignment to the facility, or to a new position at the facility. Annual review. |
What records: |
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Certification of pesticide applicators (40 CFR 171) | |
Who: | Commercial and private professional pesticide applicators (restricted use pesticides) |
What: | Extensive written and practical demonstrations of professional competence, including understanding labeling requirements, federal and state laws, safety requirements, etc. See 40 CFR 171.103 -.105 |
When: | Before using or supervising the use of a restricted use pesticide Recertification required every five years (See §171.107) |
What records: | Extensive records required. See 40 CFR 171.103 -.105 |
Direct supervision of noncertified pesticide applicators (40 CFR 171.201) | |
Who: | Noncertified applicators of restricted use pesticides under the direct physical supervision of a certified applicator |
What: | The noncertified applicator must work
under the director supervision of the certified applicator.
Instruction must include the safe operation of any
equipment used of mixing, loading, transferring, or
applying pesticides. The instructions must be specific to
the site and pesticide used and include labeling
directions, precaution, and requirements applicable to the
characteristics of the use site and how the conditions of
application might increase or decrease the risk of adverse
effects. Information must be delivered in a way the
noncertified applicator can understand. Material must be presented orally from
written materials or audiovisually. The person conducting
the training must be present. Training materials must include
information noncertified applicator need to protect
themselves, other people, and the environment. The noncertified applicator training
materials must include, at a minimum, the following:
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When: | Within the last 12 months |
What records: | Extensive records required. See 40 CFR 171.201(e) |
Low-Level Mixed Waste (LLMW) storage and treatment exempt facilities (40 CFR 266.230)* | |
Who: | Personnel who manage stored continually exempt LLMW |
What: | Training ensures that the conditionally exempt waste is safely managed. Includes training in chemical waste management and hazardous materials incidents response that meets the personnel training requirements in 40 CFR 265.16(a)(3). |
When: | Within six months after the date of their employment or assignment to the facility, or to a new position at the facility. Annual review. |
What records: |
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