OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8) requires an 8-hour refresher every 12 months for HAZWOPER-trained workers.
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What it costs
Issuer fees change yearly. LifeSafetyWiki never republishes a fee we can’t verify against the source — when in doubt, the issuer’s portal is the source of truth.
Course cost varies by provider — typically $50-200 for the 8-hour online refresher.
How to renew
Complete 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher
- Select an OSHA-accepted HAZWOPER refresher provider
- Complete the 8-hour refresher course before the 12-month deadline
- Save the completion certificate (employer must keep on file per 1910.120(e)(8))
- Log the date in LifeSafetyWiki so next year`s reminder is accurate
Classes that help you prepare
OSHA authorises a national network of Education Centers that deliver HAZWOPER training. Find the centre nearest you and its schedule here.
Dates and pricing are published and kept current by OSHA Training Institute Education Centers — we link rather than copy them, so nothing here goes out of date.
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Issuer resources
- Primary site: https://www.osha.gov ↗
- Complete 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher: https://www.osha.gov/hazwoper ↗
Related on LifeSafetyWiki
LifeSafetyWiki is not affiliated with OSHA 1910.120. Renewal requirements, fees, and procedures are paraphrased from the issuer’s published policy as of 2026-04; always confirm current details on the issuer’s portal before relying on this guide for budgeting or planning.



