Health & Safety
HAZWOPER
8-Hour HAZWOPER Annual Refresher
8 hours to complete
SCORM
Last updated 04/2025
About this course
This course satisfies OSHA's requirement for eight hours of annual HAZWOPER refresher training. This training is designed for workers and managers at uncontrolled hazardous waste operations who previously completed 40- or 24-hour HAZWOPER training.
This course satisfies training requirements outlined in OSHA standards 29 CFR 1910.120 and 1926.65.
The goal of refresher training is to ensure workers stay competent and up to date on safety practices related to operations involving hazardous substances.
Course outline
2 modules
8 hours to complete
1 minutes
of video lectures
Module 1 • 2 assignments
8-Hour HAZWOPER Annual Refresher
Module 1 • 2 assignments
8-Hour HAZWOPER Annual Refresher
This 100% online course satisfies OSHA's 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher training requirement at a low price. Students can instantly download a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of their training.
The eight-module course takes at least eight hours to complete, and you have 180 days to finish the course after purchase. Modules end with a brief quiz, and there is a 15-question final exam. You have an unlimited number of attempts to pass quizzes and the final exam, which require a score of at least 70%.
- How this course works (it's a little different from other HeatSpring courses) (01:31 minutes)
- 8-Hour HAZWOPER Annual Refresher Training
Author
OSHA Education Center is HeatSpring's official provider for OSHA training. Since 2012, OSHA Education Center has been delivering the training and regulatory expertise that professionals and employers need to stay up to date with industry training requirements. HeatSpring partners with OSHA Education Center to deliver 10- and 30-hour OSHA Outreach training, including...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
You can begin this online course instantly upon enrollment. This course is delivered entirely online. Pre-order courses are available on launch date. The lecture video and other materials are available any time. After successfully completing the course, you will be able to generate a certificate of completion.
How long do I have access to the materials?
The eight-module course takes at least eight hours to complete, and you have 180 days to finish the course after you begin.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes, when you complete this course you are eligible for a certificate of completion from HeatSpring. You can download your certificate as soon as you have completed all of the course requirements. Students can easily share their verified certificates on their LinkedIn profiles using our LinkedIn integration.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, please visit our For Teams page to get a group discount.
How Long Does HAZWOPER 8 Certification Last?
The certification from an 8-hour HAZWOPER course is valid for up to 12 months. You'll be required to retake the HAZWOPER Refresher course every 12 months to keep your certification. If you miss the deadline, you may be required to complete your original 40-hour or 24-hour HAZWOPER training again.
Who Needs 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Training?
Workers at uncontrolled hazardous waste operations and those involved in emergency response actions must receive eight hours of HAZWOPER refresher training each year.
If you completed 40-hour HAZWOPER training or 24-hour HAZWOPER training, you must take the 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher course annually as required by OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.120.
Roles at HAZWOPER sites that require refresher training include:
- - Equipment operators
- - General laborers
- - Hazardous materials technicians
- - Hazardous materials specialists
- - Hazardous materials supervisors
- - On-scene incident commanders
- - Other general site workers
- - On-site management and supervisory personnel
Workers must complete eight hours of HAZWOPER Refresher training within 12 months of the anniversary date of their previous HAZWOPER training. Employees who fail to meet this requirement may need to repeat their initial training.
