What does CHMM mean in CERTIFICATIONS & DIPLOMAS

A Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) is a professional designation given to those who have achieved certification by the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM). This certification is evidence that the holder has an advanced level of knowledge and experience in the management of hazardous materials and practices.

In order to become a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, applicants must possess at least a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, science-related field, or engineering. It is also required that applicants have at least 4 years of full-time professional experience in hazardous materials management. Applicants must also pass an IHMM proctored exam before they can be certified as a CHMM.

The length of time it takes to become certified as a CHMM varies depending on how quickly the applicant completes all the necessary steps, such as obtaining their education and gaining experience. Generally, it takes about two years from start to finish to obtain this certification.

Yes, there are continuing education requirements for those that are seeking (or already hold) Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certification. Each year, individuals must complete 30 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE). Out of the 30 hours, at least 3 hours should relate directly to ethics training.

Those with this certification may pursue job opportunities such as environmental engineers, safety technicians, hazardous waste managers or consultants among other roles which involve hazardous material management.

Yes, there is indeed a difference between having an OSHA certificate and being certified as a CHMM. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) provides courses designed to teach participants how to recognize workplace hazards and properly manage them within their own scope of work; however, these courses do not offer professional credentials like completing coursework or passing an exam would for someone pursuing certifications like the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).

Yes, all those individuals seeking or already holding their Certified Hazardous Materials Managers (CHMMs) credentials must pay annual renewal fees and complete required Continuing Professional Education credits every year. Renewal fee amounts vary based upon eligibility status but usually range between $150-$200 USD per year.

Yes, experience is an important part of taking the exam for becoming certified as a CHMMs; applicants must have at least four years’ worth of verifiable full-time professional experience in hazardous materials management prior to applying.

While exact timelines will vary depending on individual circumstances and exam availability/demand at any given time; typically speaking results should be received within 8-14 weeks after submission all application documents.

{Applicants who do not renew their existing certification definitions during expiration date will have initiate new re-certification process which includes completion fresh examination plus meeting current educational/experience criteria set by IHMM.}