During this 138 hour training program, participants that graduate receive 6 nationally recognized certifications including:
- HAZWOPER 40 Hour
- OSHA 15 Hour Site Disaster Worker
- OSHA 10 Hour in Construction
- Water and Soil Sampling
- HAZMAT Awareness, Recognition and Communication
- Forklift / Powered Industrial Truck
- First Aid and CPR
Additionally, participants receive training in the following areas:
- Introduction to Environmental Justice
- Life Skills and Goal Setting
- Job Search Strategies and Resume Building
- How to Succeed at the Job Interview
These certifications and new skills help participants obtain jobs in the environmental services industry. SWA helps graduates find and start their new career by working closely with the Community Outreach Manager to make that happen. Most students start interviewing for jobs during the 3.5 week training, and many start their new job shortly after graduation!
BDG is happy to be a part of this program, and we look forward to continuing our work with SWA to make a difference in the environmental and hazmat industry.