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Worker Training Program
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The HAZMAT Disaster Preparedness Training Program (HDPTP) was established in 2005 in response to lessons learned from national disasters, including the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The program supports the development and delivery of disaster-specific training to prepare workers to respond to hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disasters, as well as man-made disasters and chemical incidents.
For more information, WTP has developed materials detailing worker safety and health following a disaster,
Ensuring Worker Safety and Health in the Aftermath of Disasters
(2MB)
.
Training provided under the HDPTP:
Augments prevention and preparedness efforts in a wide variety of high-risk settings.
Enhances the safety and health training of hazardous materials workers, emergency responders, and skilled support personnel.
Ensures responders are aware of site-specific hazards and mitigation techniques prior to and during response activities.
HDPTP Award Recipients
The following organizations are currently funded for the HDPTP.
Alabama Fire College
Atlantic Center for Occupational Health and Safety Training
Community College Consortium for Health and Safety Training
CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training
International Association of Fire Fighters
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
International Chemical Workers Union Council Center for Worker Health and Safety Education
Nova Southeastern University
Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (PR2) Consortium
Sustainable Workplace Alliance
The New England Consortium-Civil Service Employees Association
The Steelworkers Charitable and Educational Organization
Western Region Universities Consortium
Related Links
The Importance of Disaster Response and Recovery Training – NIEHS Worker Training Program
National Clearinghouse for Worker Safety & Health Training
NIEHS Hurricane Sandy Response Report
Oil Spills
Building Local Capacity and Bridging Training Gaps in Disaster Preparedness and Response for Workers and Communities: Summary Report
(7MB)
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Last Reviewed: January 06, 2026
Skip Navigation
HAZMAT Disaster Preparedness Training Program
Close the left navigation
Worker Training Program
(Photo courtesy of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters)
The HAZMAT Disaster Preparedness Training Program (HDPTP) was established in 2005 in response to lessons learned from national disasters, including the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The program supports the development and delivery of disaster-specific training to prepare workers to respond to hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disasters, as well as man-made disasters and chemical incidents.
For more information, WTP has developed materials detailing worker safety and health following a disaster,
Ensuring Worker Safety and Health in the Aftermath of Disasters
(2MB)
.
Training provided under the HDPTP:
Augments prevention and preparedness efforts in a wide variety of high-risk settings.
Enhances the safety and health training of hazardous materials workers, emergency responders, and skilled support personnel.
Ensures responders are aware of site-specific hazards and mitigation techniques prior to and during response activities.
HDPTP Award Recipients
The following organizations are currently funded for the HDPTP.
Alabama Fire College
Atlantic Center for Occupational Health and Safety Training
Community College Consortium for Health and Safety Training
CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training
International Association of Fire Fighters
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
International Chemical Workers Union Council Center for Worker Health and Safety Education
Nova Southeastern University
Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (PR2) Consortium
Sustainable Workplace Alliance
The New England Consortium-Civil Service Employees Association
The Steelworkers Charitable and Educational Organization
Western Region Universities Consortium
Related Links
The Importance of Disaster Response and Recovery Training – NIEHS Worker Training Program
National Clearinghouse for Worker Safety & Health Training
NIEHS Hurricane Sandy Response Report
Oil Spills
Building Local Capacity and Bridging Training Gaps in Disaster Preparedness and Response for Workers and Communities: Summary Report
(7MB)
Back
to Top
Last Reviewed: January 06, 2026