OSHA HAZWOPER & Environmental Safety Training Courses
Marine Pollution Control offers OSHA HAZWOPER training and environmental safety training programs designed to help teams stay compliant with federal regulations. Our certified instructors provide hands-on courses including confined space entry, DOT hazardous materials training, and OSHA safety certification across Detroit, Michigan, and nationwide.
Marine Pollution Control (MPC) offers comprehensive training and compliance services to ensure your team is prepared for environmental challenges. Through our Red Anchor Institute, we provide hands-on learning opportunities with an emphasis on regulatory compliance. Our courses, taught by certified and experienced instructors, cover essential topics such as:
Successful attendees receive certification for their participation. Whether you prefer to attend one of our regularly scheduled classes at our Detroit location or require a customized training program at your site, MPC is committed to enhancing your team’s readiness and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
HAZWOPER per OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.120
MPC provides HAZWOPER training in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standard 29 CFR 1910.120:
40-Hour HAZWOPER (5 Days)
24-Hour HAZWOPER (3 Days)
8-Hour Annual Refresher (1 Day)
Who Needs HAZWOPER Training?
HAZWOPER training is required for employees exposed to hazardous substances above permissible limits, including:
Workers at uncontrolled hazardous waste cleanup sites
Personnel at treatment, storage, and disposal facilities (TSDFs)
Emergency responders handling hazardous material releases
This training protects workers from chemical exposure, fire, explosion, toxic atmospheres, and other serious hazards.
What’s Included in Our 40-Hour Course?
Our 40-Hour course includes:
DOT Hazardous Materials training (per 49 CFR 172.704)
Basic Permit-Required Confined Space training (29 CFR 1910.146)
Hands-on spill response and cleanup exercises
We focus on real-world application, not just classroom instruction.
DOT & RCRA Hazardous Materials Training
We offer a half-day course covering:
DOT Hazardous Materials Training (49 CFR 172.704)
RCRA Hazardous Waste Training (40 CFR 262.17)
DOT Hazmat Training
DOT training is required for any employee who directly affects the safe transportation of hazardous materials, including those who:
Load or unload hazardous materials
Prepare shipping papers
Mark or label containers
Operate vehicles transporting hazardous materials
This training ensures compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations and safe handling practices.
RCRA Hazardous Waste Training
RCRA training is required for personnel who:
Generate hazardous waste
Label or inspect containers
Sign manifests
Serve as emergency coordinators
Training must be completed within 6 months of hire and updated annually for Large Quantity Generator (LQG) facilities.
Permit-Required Confined Space Training & Rescue
This course meets requirements under 29 CFR 1910.146.
Morning Session
Training for authorized entrants, attendants, and supervisors
Hazard identification (atmospheric, engulfment, entrapment)
Entry procedures and safety protocols
Afternoon Session
Rescue strategy development
Hands-on rescue exercises
Annual rescue requirement fulfillment
This training is required for employees working in tanks, silos, pits, manholes, or other confined spaces where hazardous atmospheres or entrapment risks exist.
OSHA 10-Hour Training – General Industry
This 1.5-day course is taught by OSHA Authorized Instructors following the official OSHA curriculum.
Designed for entry-level workers and technicians in:
•Manufacturing
•Warehousing
•Healthcare
•Logistics
•Maintenance
Participants learn:
Hazard recognition
Workplace safety fundamentals
OSHA worker rights and employer responsibilities
This course builds a strong foundation in general industry safety compliance.
Ready When You Need Us—For Training and Compliance
Marine Pollution Control is your trusted partner for workforce readiness and regulatory compliance. With over 50 years of proven experience and a commitment to safety, innovation, and service, we deliver training programs that prepare your team for real‑world environmental challenges.
Whether it’s emergency response, confined space entry, or industry‑specific compliance, MPC equips your organization with the knowledge, skills, and certifications needed to operate safely and efficiently.
Faqs
HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) training is an OSHA-required certification for workers exposed to hazardous substances. It prepares employees to safely handle, clean up, and respond to hazardous material incidents.
HAZWOPER training is required for workers involved in hazardous waste operations, emergency response, cleanup sites, treatment facilities, and anyone exposed to hazardous materials in the workplace.
HAZWOPER training includes:
- 40-hour HAZWOPER (for full-time hazardous waste workers)
- 24-hour HAZWOPER (for occasional exposure)
- 8-hour refresher (annual recertification)
We provide hands-on, instructor-led training programs that combine classroom instruction with real-world applications to ensure maximum safety and compliance.
We offer training in Detroit, Michigan, at your facility, or customized on-site programs across the United States.
Yes, we offer customized training programs tailored to your specific industry, job site, and regulatory requirements.
You can register by contacting our team directly, requesting training through our website, or scheduling a customized program for your organization.
Industries that commonly require training include oil and gas, manufacturing, construction, utilities, transportation, and environmental services.