Frequently Asked Questions about CHMM
Q: WHY SEEK THE CHMM CERTIFICATION?
A: There are other accreditations for engineering, safety,
etc. - but this is one of the only hazardous materials management
accreditations that is nationally recognized. It is an invaluable
achievement for EHS professionals. By becoming a CHMM Professional,
you join a local and national network of CHMM professionals
for education, continued professional development and shared
resources.
Q. Who does this accreditation benefit?
A: Environmental and safety professionals who seek recognition
for their high level of experience, competence and education
in the diverse field of HAZMAT.
Q. Do I need to be approved
to sit for the CHMM Exam prior to taking this review course?
A: Absolutely not! Some attend just for a good overview
of EHS regulations. Others take the review course 1-2 months
prior to their exam date.
Q. Who is the instructor?
A: On behalf of the Mid-Atlantic CHMM Chapter, PTP Consulting,
Inc. provides the scheduling and arrangements to attend
this training program. Carol Brozosky, CHMM CET is a
dynamic, experienced instructor, who was certified in 1991.
She
focused
this training
program on the goal of helping attendees pass the exam.
She is also a certified EHS Instructor through NESHTA,
and comes
highly recommended. References provided upon request.
Q.
How successful are students who take this class in passing
for the exam?
A: We have been providing this class since 1997, and
have a lengthy history of successes. We constantly
improve our
class
based on feedback from participants. Call for references.
Q.
Do I need to purchase the CHMM HAZMAT Manual?
A: No - this manual is sold separately through the
Academy of CHMM's (go to www.achmm.org ). It is useful,
and can
serve to augment the training manual that we will
provide to you
in this training class.
Q. How do I arrange to sit
for the exam?
A: This is independent process and must be handled
separately through the IHMM, at www.ihmm.org.
Or call them at (301)
984-8969. Please do not send applications or exam
fees to PTP Consulting.
Q. Once approved, where
and when do I sit for the exam?
A: There are over 200 test centers through-out
the country - and several in NJ, DE and PA. You
will
be approved
to sit for the exam at a location of your choice.
Exams are
offered
the last two weeks of every odd month.
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