CHMM — Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
ExpertCertification · formal examActiveEstablished
- Industry
- Safety, Health & Environment
- Level
- Expert
- Type
- Certification · formal exam
- Exam fee
- $535 — verified 2026-10-14 · official price
Requirements
- Experience
- Bachelor's degree (science/environmental disciplines preferred) plus 4 years of relevant hazardous materials management experience
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 5 years, 200 CMPs credits per cycle, $160/yr maintenance fee. Renew by earning CPE credits.
Annual maintenance fee USD 160 (single credential); 200 certification maintenance points every 5 years (100 from current job, 100+ from other activities); or recertify by exam (USD 360)
Recognition
IHMM's flagship credential; recognised by US EPA as meeting the 'Environmental Professional' definition (40 CFR 312.10)
Career paths that include CHMM
- Environmental & Hazmat Specialist — Advanced phase
- Occupational Hygiene & Hazmat Technician — Advanced phase