NIPSTA’s Hazardous Materials First Responder - Operations program is designed to exceed the requirements outlined by the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal “OSFM”, and provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to respond to hazardous materials/weapons of mass destruction “WMD” incidents for the purpose of implementing or supporting actions to protect nearby persons, the environment, or property from the effects of a hazardous material release. The curriculum is designed to fulfill the standards as set forth by NFPA 470, Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Standard for Responders, 2022 Edition, and as outlined by the Code of Federal Regulations “CFR” 1910.120 (HAZWOPER) Standards.
2025 Dates
November 17 - November 21, 2025
2026 Dates
February 23 - February 27, 2026
May 18 - May 22, 2026
August 24 - August 28, 2026
November 16 - November 20, 2026
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