How do they match: Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

  • Lead Abatement Worker
  • Asbestos Handler
  • Hazard Waste Handler
  • Hazardous Materials Handler
  • Irradiated Fuel Handler
  • Material Handling Technician
  • Waste Handling Technician

  • Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials handling or a confined entry permit are generally required. May operate earth-moving equipment or trucks.

  • Identify asbestos, lead, or other hazardous materials to be removed, using monitoring devices.
  • Identify or separate waste products or materials for recycling or reuse.
  • Process e-waste, such as computer components containing lead or mercury.
  • Remove asbestos or lead from surfaces, using hand or power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, or high-pressure sprayers.