This comprehensive 3-week training course equips delegates with essential knowledge and skills to perform the role of Hazardous Materials Advisor with confidence.

The Hazardous Materials Advisor training course is accredited by the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE); The only regulated Awarding Organisation in the UK that specialises entirely in the fire sector.

The training enables delegates to develop a systematic approach to all Hazmat incidents ensuring that the required safety measures are in place and risks minimised.

Although the training is practical with useful techniques, methods and checklists, there is also an emphasis on building an understanding of the theory and current legislation, ensuring that activities are evidenced correctly.

Exposure and contamination are key issues in the Hazmat industry and the course includes an overview of different Personal Protective Equipment in use, enabling delegates to get more confidence in PPE selection and decontamination options when it matters the most.

The handling of commonly-encountered substances such as asbestos is reviewed to give an essential grounding in procedures of dealing with these substances in the field.

Our training facilities provide supportive and safe learning environment offering the opportunity for delegates to ask all types of questions to highly knowledgeable and experienced trainers.

Our training facilities provide all-weather training and realistic interactive scenarios to provide close-to-incident conditions.

The course is structured in a way that sees delegates progress through each section, building on their skills and knowledge to deal with more complex scenarios as they progress.

The booking is secured on the receipt of a Purchase Order. To enquire about the course email info@tacticalhazmat.com or call +44 (0)1386 257999 and one of our account managers will contact you shortly.

This 5-day interactive course combines theory with scenario-based practical training. It enables delegates to gain the skills required to recognise and deal with the hazards posed by the process, precursors and manufacture of drugs.

An overview of the current situation and emerging trends in drug manufacture prepares delegates to deal with incidents involving a variety of chemical substances.

The course features a varied selection of hands-on sessions which increase in complexity, helping utilise the skills learned throughout the week.

Evidence recovery and dismantling are reviewed to give an essential grounding in procedures required to deal with illicit drug laboratories.

Our training facilities provide all-weather training and realistic interactive scenarios to provide close-to-incident conditions.

The course is structured in a way that sees delegates progress through each section, building on their skills and knowledge to deal with more complex scenarios as they progress.

The booking is secured on the receipt of a Purchase Order. To enquire about the course email info@tacticalhazmat.com or call +44 (0)1386 257999 and one of our account managers will contact you shortly.

Course Overview

The Hazardous Materials Advisor Refresher is recommended to all HMAs every 3 years.

The course is structured in a way to maximize learning opportunities through student engagement, group discussions, scenarios and practical demonstrations.

Some of the modules covered include – hazard categorisation, risk assessment, Emergency Response Guidebook and how to apply the information to a scene, field chemistry techniques, exposure vs contamination, gas monitoring options and many more.

Duration

The duration is 5 days.

Accreditation

The Hazardous Materials Advisor Refresher training course is accredited by the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE); The only regulated Awarding Organisation in the UK that specialises entirely in the fire sector.

Accommodation Options

We understand the importance in course bonding and we can now offer all our courses with optional bed & breakfast accommodation.

To book or express interest, please email the Tactical Hazmat team on info@tacticalhazmat.com or call (0)1386 257 999.