By the end of this training course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the regulatory requirements for hazardous waste management.
• Identify and classify different types of hazardous waste.
• Implement effective pollution prevention strategies.
• Develop and manage hazardous waste management plans.
• Utilize best practices for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Conduct risk assessments and apply risk management principles.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders about hazardous waste management issues.

This course is designed for:

• Environmental, health and safety professionals.
• Waste management specialists.
• Facility Supervisors, Team Leaders & Managers.
• Laboratory Specialists & Technicians.
• Regulatory compliance officers.
• Environmental consultants.
• Anyone involved in the handling, storage, or disposal of hazardous waste.

The training will be delivered through a combination of:

• Interactive lectures and presentations.
• Case studies and real-world examples.
• Group discussions, open questions and practical activities.
• Hands-on exercises and functional applications.
• Site visits to hazardous waste management facilities (if applicable, based on the client facility).
• Assessments and feedback sessions.

Course Structure & Deliverables:

This course is structured into five comprehensive modules, each focusing on key aspects of HWM & Pollution Prevention. It includes:

• 70 % Lectures, PowerPoint presentations, case studies & group discussions.
• 30% on practical groups and individual assignments.
• Comprehensive course handout, resources, and reference materials.
• Written pre-training and post-training assessments.
• Continuous verbal and practical assessments throughout the training program.
• Post-training Evaluation/Feedback conducted by participants.
• Post-training Outcomes and Insights Report conducted by the trainer.

Module One: Introduction to Hazardous Waste Management

• Overview of hazardous waste regulations.
• Key regulatory bodies and their roles.
• Compliance requirements and penalties.
• Global Environmental issues and historical case studies.
• Case study: Regulatory compliance in action.

Module Two: Hazardous Waste Identification and Classification

• Characteristics of hazardous waste.
• Waste classification systems.
• Hazardous waste listings and determinations.
• Practical exercise: Identifying hazardous waste in a facility.

Module Three: Safe Handling, Storage, and Disposal of Hazardous Waste

• Best practices for handling and transporting hazardous waste.
• Life Cycle Management of hazardous waste.
• Storage requirements and safety measures.
• Disposal methods and technologies.
• Case study: Safe disposal of hazardous waste.

Module Four: Pollution Prevention and Risk Management

• Principles of pollution prevention.
• Source reduction and recycling strategies.
• Risk assessment and management techniques.
• Practical exercise: Developing a pollution prevention plan.

Module Five: Implementation and Continuous Improvement

• Developing and managing hazardous waste management plans.
• Monitoring and reporting requirements.
• Continuous improvement strategies.
• Group activity: Creating a hazardous waste management plan for a hypothetical facility.

CDGA attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.