Virginia

Virginia Safety Training Online & On-site

Virginia is a state of many wonders, from its historical significance to its sandy beaches and forests. The state was home to the first colony established by the English in North America. Visitors can soak up historical settings in Williamsburg, as well as First Landing State Park, and Jamestown, Virginia.

Hazwoper Center’s online trainings meet OSHA standards and will teach your employees about hazardous materials and safe working conditions. Students can download, save or print their course certificates immediately upon completing their courses. We are a nationwide training provider who offers online courses as well as on-site courses in various cities. Contact us today for more information about our exciting programs or to schedule an on-site training in your city at (866) 265-5813 or at info@osha-pros.com.

We also bring on-site and live, instructor-led training to locations in Virginia and across the United States including but not limited to:

  • Virginia Beach
  • Chesapeake
  • Arlington
  • Norfolk
  • Richmond
  • Newport News
  • Alexandria
  • Hampton
  • Roanoke
  • Portsmouth
  • Suffolk
  • Lynchburg
  • Centreville
  • Dale City
  • Reston
  • Harrisonburg
  • McLean
  • Leesburg
  • Tuckahoe
  • Charlottesville
  • Ashburn
  • Lake Ridge
  • Blacksburg
  • Woodbridge
  • Annandale
  • Manassas
  • Danville
  • Burke
  • Linton Hall
  • Mechanicsville
  • Marumsco
  • Oakton
  • Fair Oaks
  • South Riding
  • Petersburg


(Others not listed)

Hazwoper Center Headquarters

2088 Estero Blvd 3E
Ft Myers Beach, FL 33931

7805 Shady Oaks Drive
North Richland Hills, TX 76182

Virginia State Plan

The Virginia State Plan applies to all public and private sector places of employment in the state, with the exception of federal employees and some other exceptions and some unique standards. Federal OSHA covers most issues not covered by the Virginia State Plan.

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry

Main Street Centre
600 East Main Street, Suite 207
Richmond, Virginia 23219
(804) 371-2327

C. Ray Davenport, Commissioner
(804) 786-2377

William Burge, Assistant Commissioner
(804) 371-2377

Ronald L. Graham, VOSH Health Director
(804) 786-0574

Marta Fernandes, VOSH Safety Compliance Director
(804) 371-2316

Jay Withrow, Director, Division of Legal Support
(804) 371-2327

Virginia State Plan Offices

Headquarters State Plan Office – VA
Main Street Centre
600 East Main Street, Suite 207
Richmond, VA 23219

Business Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm ET

Phone: (804) 371-2327

Abingdon Field State Plan Office

The Johnson Center
468 East Main Street, Suite 114
Abingdon, VA 24210

Phone: (276) 676-5465

Lynchburg Field State Plan Office

3704 Old Forest Road, Suite B
Lynchburg, VA 24501

Business Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm ET

Phone: (434) 385-0806

Manassas State Plan Office

9400 Innovation Drive, Suite 120
Manassas, Virginia 20110

Phone: (703) 392-0900

Norfolk State Plan Office

Interstate Corporate Center
Building 6
6363 Center Drive, Suite 101
Norfolk, VA 23502

Business Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm ET

Phone: (757) 455-0891

Richmond State Plan Office

Northrun Office Park
1570 East Parham Road
Richmond, VA 23228

Phone: (804) 371-3104

Roanoke Field State Plan Office

Brammer Village
3013 Peters Creek Road
Roanoke, VA 24019

Business Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm ET

Phone: (540) 562-3580

Verona State Plan Office

201 Lee Highway
Verona, VA 24482

Business Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm ET

Phone: (540) 248-9280

OSHA Area Office

Norfolk Area Office
Federal Office Building, Room 614
200 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23510-1811

Phone: (757) 441-3820

Hazwoper Center’s Safety Training for Virginia Employees and Contractors

OSHA, HAZWOPER training, and other safety trainings are necessary to prepare your employees for the state of Virginia. Additional training may be necessary for state-specific training. 

This includes but is not limited to:

  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER Training – During the OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training course, you will learn best practices for dealing with emergencies involving handling hazardous waste. You will also continue to learn about OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3) standards.
  • 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training – Our online HAZWOPER training course provides 24 hours of Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response training required by OSHA standard 29 CFR Part 1910.120.
  • An 8-hour refresher course – The 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher course meets all of the requirements outlined in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 for eight hours of HAZWOPER annual refresher training for workers who remove waste and could potentially be exposed to hazardous substances.
  • Confined Space Course for Construction – Entry Supervisors & The Competent Person – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations require all employer-designated confined space entry supervisors and competent persons receive applicable training required in the Confined Spaces in Construction standard found at 29 CFR 1926, Subpart AA. This course is designed to provide training and information about Federal OSHA’s Confined Spaces in Construction standard to affected personnel, their managers, and interested individuals.
  • Confined Space Course for Construction – Entrants & Attendants – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations require all employer-designated confined space entrants and attendants receive applicable training required in the Confined Spaces in Construction standard found at 29 CFR 1926, Subpart AA. This course is designed to provide training and information about Federal OSHA’s Confined Spaces in Construction standard to affected personnel, their managers, and interested individuals.
  • Identifying Permit Required Confined Spaces at Construction Sites – This course is designed to assist the student who is only interested in knowing if they have any permit-required confined spaces at construction sites. It is based on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for the Confined Spaces in Construction standard found at 29 CFR 1926, Subpart AA. This course is NOT recommended for confined space entrants, attendants, entry supervisors, or the competent person. We have more suitable courses available for those individuals (see above).
  • Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness Training – This online Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Awareness Certification course explains how to recognize, evaluate, and control exposure to Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S). Students will learn about the properties of this gas that can make it extremely dangerous when not handled properly. This training is geared towards those who work in any industry with a high potential for exposure to H2S. The course aligns with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.143 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120. The course includes several sections containing information on how to identify hazards, prepare for emergencies before they happen, respond appropriately during emergencies, and protect yourself from the physical effects of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S).
  • Hydrogen Sulfide Annual Refresher Training – This online Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Awareness Annual Refresher Certification course provides a refresher on how to recognize, evaluate, and control exposure to Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S). Students will learn about the properties of this gas that can make it extremely dangerous when not handled properly. This training is geared towards those who work in any industry with a high potential for exposure to H2S. The course aligns with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.143 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120. The course includes several sections containing information on how to identify hazards, prepare for emergencies before they happen, respond appropriately during emergencies, and protect yourself from the physical effects of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S).

Undergraduate Programs in Virginia

There are several undergraduate safety programs available in Virginia. They include but are not limited to:

Northern Virginia Community College: Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology

Northern Virginia Community College’s program is geared to prepare students for entry or advancement in the fire service or a related field by providing them with knowledge of the fire protection profession and along with a well-rounded education.

 

Tidewater Community College: Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology

Tidewater Community College’s fire science program strengthens employment for career firefighters and other fire safety professionals who want to improve their job skills.