NFPA-472 Exam Information and Outline
Hazardous Materials (Operations / Technician)
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 10, 2026
NFPA-472 Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
NFPA.
Below are complete topics detail with latest syllabus and course outline, that will help you good knowledge about exam objectives and topics that you have to prepare. These contents are covered in questions and answers pool of exam.
- Exam Format
- Written and practical examinations
- Hazmat Recognition and Identification
- DOT ERG, placards, SDS
- Hazard and Risk Assessment
- PPE Selection and Use
- Isolation, Protective Actions and Zones
- Product Control
- Containment and confinement
- Decontamination
- Technician Level
- Monitoring, mitigation and incident command integration