Environmental Specialist (ENS)

Course Information

courses: 1
hours: 13
CEUs: 1.3
Narration: No

Description

This course is designed for the busy environmental or safety professional who desires to improve their knowledge and credentials but has little time for classroom training. Understanding the quagmire of EPA and other applicable regulations can be an overwhelming task. This course provides a thorough review of the various regulations that may impact your facility. This includes hazardous waste management, SPCC and SWP3 Plans.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to:

Develop and implement environmental strategies and action plans.
Coordinate all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, and environmental health.
Lead the implementation of environmental policies and practices.
Conduct environmental assessments and inspections.
Determine solid waste types, generator specifications, transporter requirements, and choose a reputable TSDF.
Create a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and Spill Control and Countermeasures, if applicable.
Ensure compliance with current environmental laws and regulations.
Understand the implications that not following environmental laws and regulations can have on health and the environment.

Prerequisites

The Environmental Specialist (ENS) Course is a foundational course that requires no prerequisites.

Learning Objectives

Introduction to the Environmental Protection Agency RCRA, CERCLA, SARA
Introduction to Hazardous Materials
Air, Water and Waste Permits
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
Hazardous Waste Management and Minimization
Spill Control and Containment Plans and Programs and used oil
Universal Wastes

Continuing Education Units

(1.3) CEUs are offered for this course. As an IACET Accredited Provider, NASP offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. CEUs will be reflected on the Certificate upon successful completion of the course and passing the exam. Partial credit or adjusted CEUs will not be awarded for individuals who do not successfully meet the criteria for achievement of CEUs.

Online Exams

The student will take a comprehensive online exam at the end of the course. You must score 80% to receive certification. You have two opportunities to pass the exam.

Recertification

A refresher course and exam will be required every three (3) years. The cost of this recertification is $150.

Non-discrimination Policy

NASP is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free of all forms of discrimination. View the full document here.

Proprietary Interest Disclosure

The instructor(s) has no financial interest in any course documents, products, tools, or instruments. View the full document here.

Minimum System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 7 (32 bit) and above, Linux, MacOS
Processor Speed: 2.5 GHz
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Browser: Google Chrome (Active internet service is needed)

Tablets and smartphones cannot be used to complete LMS courses.

Course Access Instructions

You can access this course with a few simple steps:

Click the "Add to Cart" button, this will redirect you to the LMS catalog page.
Log in to your existing LMS account or create a new one.
At checkout, fill out a payment method. Add coupon codes if applicable. Premium membership discounts will be automatically applied.
After payment, check your email for confirmation. Your course will be immediately available on your LMS Learning Page.