Ozone-depleting Substances


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number
Expertise Level



Overview/Description

Chlorofluorocarbons and other ozone-depleting substances (ODSs) pose a serious hazard to both people and the environment. Therefore, it is important to know how to handle them safely and in compliance with federal regulations. This course will help individuals who may come into contact with ODSs to minimize the risk of exposure to themselves, others, and the environment. It describes practices for the proper handling of ODSs, as well as federal requirements for technician certification, material labeling, recovery and recycling, recordkeeping, and reporting.

The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.



Target Audience
Employees who may be exposed to harmful ODSs; owners/operators of ODS-containing equipment with a charge of fifty pounds or more; and employees who need an awareness-level refresher course about the regulations associated with ODS-containing equipment

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
0.7

Lesson Objectives

Ozone-depleting Substances

  • Ozone-depleting Substances
  • identify health and material hazards associated with ODSs
  • identify the PPE to wear to protect against the hazards associated with ODSs
  • recognize types of work that require technician certification
  • Knowledge Check: ODS Hazards and Certification
  • identify best practices for handling ODSs
  • label ODS-containing equipment appropriately
  • Knowledge Check: Best Practices and Proper Labeling
  • determine the appropriate action in response to a leak in equipment with 50 pounds or more ODS charge
  • identify precautions to take when recovering ODSs
  • follow the correct procedure for disposing of ODS-containing equipment
  • Knowledge Check: Recordkeeping, Reporting & Disposal
  • Course Number:
    ehs_hsf_e91_sh_enus

    Expertise Level
    Everyone