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HAZWOPER Visual Library

Technical Illustrations • Training Graphics • Videos • Field References

 

The OSHACode® HAZWOPER Visual Library provides technical illustrations, diagrams, cross-sections, infographics and videos designed to make complex hazardous-material concepts easier to understand. Explore visual resources covering PPE, respiratory protection, air monitoring, chemical properties, toxicology, site characterization, decontamination, emergency response and more.

Images

Detailed diagram of Level A suit

Level A Cross Sectional View

A Level A PPE ensemble for conventional types of HAZWOPER work.
Respiratory mask with heads-up display

SCBA Mask With Heads Up Display (HUD)

SCBA with heads up display (HUD) on the lens of the face-piece.
Wind direction and speed data visualization

Prevailing Wind Direction

A map showing the prevailing wind direction for a chemical plant.
HAZWOPER Site Drum Staging

Drum Staging

Drum staging of hazardous waste containers at a HAZWOPER site.
Flashpoint explanation with a beaker

Chemical Flashpoint

The flashpoint of a chemical is the lowest temperature at which a liquid produces enough vapor to ignite.
Chemical Permeation thru Protective Suit and Into Skin

Chemical Permeation

Chemical permeation passes through the protective chemical suit and can cause damage to the skin.
Neural Synapse

Neural Synapse

The synapse is the communication junction between neurons.
Protective suit for hazardous environments

Level C Cross Sectional

A cross section look at Level C PPE.
CBRN Level A

CBRN Level A Cross Sectional

A CBRN Level A PPE ensemble.
Vapor Density

Vapor Density

Vapor density is one of the physical properties HAZWOPER workers need to understand prior to work.
APR Canister Diagram

APR Canister Diagram

A look at the inside contents of a conventional APR filter/canister.
LD50 toxicity measurement in animals

LD50

A LD50 chart and illustration showing when 50% of the test population dies.
Yellow full-face respirator illustration

Full-face Air Purifying Respirator

APR respirator for Level C PPE.
Decontamination zone layout diagram

Level A PPE Decon

Maximum decon layout for Level A PPE.
Decontamination layout for protective gear

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Drum Staging HAZWOPER Site

Drum Staging HAZWOPER Site

An overview of proper drum staging at a HAZWOPER site.
Flammability range with explosive limits explained

Flammability Range For Hazardous Substances

A flammability range diagram showing when a substance it too lean to burn, too rich to burn and the explosive range.
Graph showing dose-response relationship.

Dose Response Curve

The dose response curve for various chemicals
Training requirements for HAZWOPER courses

HAZWOPER Hands-on Training Requirements

A look at what is required for site-specific hands-on training for HAZWOPER certification.
Triangle illustrating fire's essential components

Fire Triangle

The fire triangle needs three things to start a fire. It needs heat, oxygen and fuel.
Diagram of redox reaction process

Redox

A redox reaction showing the electron transfer between two species.
Layers of insulation materials displayed

Insulation Layers

A cross section illustrating the protective layers for a chemical protective suit.
Futuristic eye with digital interface

Smart PPE

Smart PPE will undoubtedly help to prevent injuries and save lives.
Yellow radioactive warning sign design

Radioactive Placard

A DOT radioactive placard showing class 7.
HAZWOPER acronym meaning breakdown and context

HAZWOPER Acronym

HAZWOPER acronym spelled out with its meaning.
Water Molecule

Water Molecule

A water molecule with key explanations on how it relates to HAZWOPER work.
Neoprene Glove Cross Section

Neoprene Glove

A cutaway look at an industrial neoprene glove.
HAZMAT Placard

HAZMAT Placard

A unique HAZMAT placard with a rusty background.
SCBA Cross Section

SCBA Cross Section

A cross section view of a conventional SCBA.
NIOSH Cartridges for CBRN APR

NIOSH Cartridges for CBRN APR

An illustration showing different cartridges needed in response to a particular CBRN event.
SCBA with Heads Up Display (HUD)

SCBA with Heads Up Display (HUD)

SCBA face-piece with a heads up display (HUD) showing critical readouts of air supply.
Illustration of skin cancer cells

Skin Cancer

A microscopic view of melanoma skin cancer.
Old diethyl-ether can with explosive peroxide crystals

Diethyl-ether

An old can of Diethyl - ether exhibiting crystal peroxides which can be shock sensitive.

Videos

Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA) Explained

Why Nuclear Reactors Glow Blue | Cherenkov Radiation Explained

Prevailing Wind Direction at HAZWOPER Sites

How TCE Contaminates Groundwater

How Neoprene Chemical-Resistant Gloves Work

Four Routes of Chemical Exposure

Water Molecule – Structure, Polarity and Hydrogen Bonding

How a Geiger Counter Detects Radiation

How a Neural Synapse Works: Chemical Signaling in the Nervous System

Chemical Permeation Through Protective Clothing

How Organic Vapor and Acid Gas Respirator Cartridges Work

Maximum HAZWOPER Decontamination Layout – Level C Protection

Dose-Response Relationship in Toxicology

BLEVE – Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Exposion

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