Environmental Response Training Program (ERTP) - Small

The primary purpose of this task order will be to conduct Health & Safety training courses under EPA's Environmental Response Training Program. The training program is designed to train personnel from federal, state and local government agencies in techniques and methods for preventing and mitigating chemical releases while protecting the health and safety of response personnel and the public. The courses provide participants with fundamental information about the subjects covered, providing a foundation for developing knowledge and skills in a variety of response activities. The contractor will be responsible for conducting, as currently delivered, the health and safety course which include the EPA version of the 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the 8-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER). Periodically over the term of the contract, the contractor will be responsible for updating the training materials.