Wastewater Chlorine Safety Courses

Course Description:

This course is designed for employees who work with or around chlorine in water, wastewater, industrial, and other occupational settings. Students learn about the common uses of chlorine; its physical and chemical characteristics; and the hazards associated with chlorine in dry, liquid, and gaseous forms.


Topics include health effects of exposure, routes of entry into the body, exposure prevention, safe handling and storage of compressed-gas cylinders and containers, hazard recognition, leak detection, emergency response considerations, and selection and use of appropriate PPE. The course provides havds on training for the selection and proper use of Chlorine Institute Emergency Kits A and B, as applicable.

Hours:

8 Hours

Learning Outcomes:

• Students will identify the physical and chemical properties of chlorine, routes of exposure, associated health hazards, and appropriate preventive measures
• Students will demonstrate appropriate PPE selection, leak-detection practices, safe cylinder handling, and proper use of applicable Chlorine Institute Emergency Kits

Must Know:

Attendance is mandatory for the entire course to receive a Certificate of Completion.


This course includes practical instruction involving chlorine safety equipment; students should wear appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes for hands-on activities.