OTA Institute: Hazmat 101 - Understanding & Applying the Hazardous Materials Regulations Training

Description

Join us for the Hazmat 101 - Understanding & Applying the Hazardous Materials Regulations training hosted by OTA, on Wednesday, April 23, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at our Westerville headquarters.

Led by Tad Rumas, a Hazardous Material Specialist from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO), this training will equip you with essential knowledge for the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials. Our comprehensive program covers various crucial topics, including:

• Understanding Hazardous Material Regulations
• Meeting training requirements for both employers and employees
• Proper packaging, marking, and labeling techniques
• Navigating shipping documents with confidence
• Being prepared with emergency response information
• Complying with placarding requirements
• Recognizing and addressing security threats

Attending this training costs $319 for OTA members and $419 for non-members. Your registration includes the training, a continental breakfast, and lunch. Additionally, you'll receive valuable course materials, including the current Hazmat Regulations Book (49 CFR) and the latest DOT 17 chart. To top it off, successfully completing a brief written exam will earn you a Certificate of Completion.

Training Schedule: 
8:30 AM        Training Begins
12:00 PM      Lunch
4:30 PM        Training Concludes

About the Trainer:
The instructor for the session is Tad Rumas, Hazardous Material Specialist with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio. Mr. Rumas is a North American Certified Inspector in Level 1 Driver/Vehicle inspections, Hazardous Materials, Cargo tank and other bulk packages, Level VI radioactive inspections, and maintains his HM Technician certification. He currently supervises HM Specialists and Safety Investigators responsible for conducting investigations of motor carriers and other entities that offer and/or transport Hazardous Materials on our public highways. Prior to joining the PUCO, Mr. Rumas served as a Nuclear, Biological, Chemical warfare Instructor in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Refund Policy:
Our refund policy is as follows:

• You will receive a 100% refund if you cancel more than 10 days before the training.
• You will receive a 75% refund if you cancel more than 3 days before the training.
• You will receive no refund if you cancel less than 3 days before the training.
• No shows are responsible for paying 100% of the registration fees.