AHMP Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) Course, formerly the National Overview Course, and CHMM® Exam Information
The Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM), formerly known as the National Overview Course, is a key AHMP educational program. It is designed as a preparation for the CHMM® examination. Additionally, those who already have earned the CHMM® designation can take Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) to obtain annual Credential Maintenance Points (CMPs).
The EHMM is designed as a broad introduction to the industry and provides instruction about laws and regulations as well as technologies and practices. It highlights topics and information hazardous materials managers need to know to better perform their jobs. The EHMM course is hosted by AHMP chapters and taught by CHMMs. It also is available as a corporate training program.
The EHMM is endorsed by the United States Department of Energy’s National Environmental Training Office.
The following includes an EHMM Description and the Schedule of Upcoming EHMM Events. Use the find feature of your web browser (Ctrl-F) to locate a city, or other course information.
AHMP Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) Course, formerly the National Overview Course, and CHMM® Exam Information
Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) Course Description:
The Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) course is an excellent educational program for environmental, health, safety and security (EHS/S) professionals. The course, which is managed by the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP), is a cross-training tool that helps EHS/S professionals quickly and effectively obtain knowledge in new areas as well as areas that have been added to their job responsibilities. It also helps those new to the profession gain a foundation and prepare for the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager® (CHMM®) designation examination. It does not guarantee passage of the CHMM® national certification exam.
IHMM’s CHMM® program is accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Board (CESB), an independent, voluntary organization that recognizes, through specialty certification, the expertise of individuals practicing in engineering and related fields. This course provides instruction on laws and regulations as well as technologies and practices in an overview fashion that highlights and emphasizes what is important for a hazardous materials manager to know and provides essential information for the hazardous materials manager to better conduct his/her job.
Topics Covered:
- The statutory and regulatory framework of environmental and hazardous materials management.
- Compliance Standards and State-of-the-Art work practices on:
- Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage and Disposal;
- Hazardous Materials Storage;
- Radioactive materials;
- Workplace safety;
- Packaging;
- Spills;
- Cleanup; and
- Hazards assessment and communication;
- Basic and applied hazardous materials management principles, controls and concepts
- Science and technology of hazardous materials management:
- Chemical and physical characteristics;
- Sampling and analysis;
- Biological effects of hazardous materials;
- Toxicology; and
- Geology/hydrology
Topics covered will address the body of knowledge associated with identification and management of hazardous materials; impact upon and protection of human health and the environment; releases of hazardous materials to land, air, water, and groundwater; restoration of the environment from the contamination of hazardous materials; compliance with laws (environmental regulation for specific purposes); and multi-media application of environmental management that are central features of hazardous materials management topics covered in the certification examination.
Participants taking the in person offering will receive an extensive course manual and the AHMP Hazardous Materials Management Desk Reference where specified. These materials will assist participants to prepare for the CHMM® national examination as well as help them perform their job duties and responsibilities.
Who Should Attend:
Experienced individuals such as technicians, engineers, scientists, facility supervisors and managers, and or regulators, who have assigned duties or responsibilities related to management of hazardous materials and environmental, health and safety (EHS) issues.
Course Prerequisites:
While targeted for experienced professionals and technicians, there are no prerequisites to take this training course. However, there are prerequisites for qualifying to take the subsequent IHMM examination (see below).
Course Registration and Cost:
The deadline for in person course registration and cost is dependent upon the course sponsor. Contact specific course sponsor for further information and the registration form.
Important: If a sufficient number of course registrations are not received by the application deadline, the course is subject to rescheduling or cancellation.
Details vary by location and Sponsor. Interested parties are directed to contact the Overview Course Sponsor in their region or call the National AHMP Office for further assistance. See the CHMM® EHMM Course Schedule for a list of upcoming courses and sponsor contacts.
Please be advised that IHMM charges all individuals an annual Certification Maintenance Fee upon successfully passing the examination.
Course Cancellation:
Details vary by location and sponsor. Interested parties should contact the EHMM sponsor in their region or call the national AHMP office for further assistance. See the CHMM® Overview Course Calendar for a list of upcoming courses and sponsor contacts.
Continuing Education Units:
The three-day training and online courses meet the criteria for the nationally accepted Continuing-Education Units (CEU). Contact the course sponsor for additional information.
Examination Prerequisites:
IHMM applies these eligibility requirements during its review of applicants who desire to take the examination:
All candidates for CHMM certification must have a baccalaureate degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university, and pass a professional multiple-choice examination developed and administered by the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management. Eligibility to sit for the exam, and the level of certification, are determined by the candidate's education and experience. All successful candidates must sign a Code of Ethics before certification.
Examination Application Filing:
All candidates for the examination must file an application with IHMM. For full details of application deadlines, fees, and to obtain an exam application form, please contact:
Institute of Hazardous Materials Management
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 450
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 984-8969
(301) 984-1516
or visit IHMM to download application forms.
EHMM Course Description
IHMM Exam Info
Schedule of upcoming EHMM Course events.
For specific CHMM® examination information see the IHMM Exam Page
