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Establishing and Running a National Authority Fundamentals
Establishing and Running a National Authority

In this module you'll learn about establishing/designating and running a National Authority and the specific tasks and obligations they deal with. A pass grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a ...

ENG
45-60 min
History of Chemical Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention and Introduction to the OPCW Fundamentals
History of Chemical Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention and Introduction to the OPCW

In this module you will learn about the history of chemical weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and the implementing body of the CWC: the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). A pass ...

ENG
45-60 min
The Chemical Weapons Convention Article by Article Fundamentals
The Chemical Weapons Convention Article by Article

In this module you will get an insight into the provisions of the Convention starting with the Preamble, and covering the 24 Articles, and three Annexes of the Chemical Weapons Convention. A pass grade of 80% in the ...

ENG
45-60 min
Set of three introductory modules on the OPCW and its mission Fundamentals
Set of three introductory modules on the OPCW and its mission

This is a set of introductory modules on the OPCW and its mission, history of chemical weapons and chemical safety and security.

ENG
A Guide for National Authorities on Submissions under Article X via the Online Platform PAD Advanced
A Guide for National Authorities on Submissions under Article X via the Online Platform PAD

This module introduces the Protection and Assistance Databank (PAD) and provides practical information on the use of PAD. A pass grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate.

ENG
45-60 min
Article XI - An Introduction to Chemical Safety and Security Management Advanced
Article XI - An Introduction to Chemical Safety and Security Management

In this module you will learn about the chemical safety and security management principles. It will provide you with tools and knowledge on mitigation of risks arising from chemical accidents and the potential misuse ...

ENG
45-60 min
Chemical Risk Management Frameworks and Chemical Security Risk Assessment Advanced
Chemical Risk Management Frameworks and Chemical Security Risk Assessment

In this module you will be introduced to chemical risk management frameworks and the steps of a chemical security risk assessment.

ENG
60 min
Implementation of Article X: Assistance and Protection Advanced
Implementation of Article X: Assistance and Protection

In this module you'll learn how the OPCW and States Parties implement Article X of the Chemical Weapons Convention, which addresses assistance and protection against chemical weapons. A pass grade of 80% in the Final ...

ENG
45-60 min
National Implementing Legislation Advanced
National Implementing Legislation

This module covers the obligation to enact National Implementing Legislation to allow the enforcement of the Chemical Weapons Convention at a national level. A pass grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain...

ENG
45-60 min
National Implementing Legislation: Initial Measures Advanced
National Implementing Legislation: Initial Measures

This module will provide you with the knowledge and support necessary for effective implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention at a national level. A pass grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a ...

ENG
60-90 min
Physical Security - Design and Evaluation Advanced
Physical Security - Design and Evaluation

This module concerns the importance of the design and evaluation process of a physical protection system (PPS).

ENG
60 min
Chemical Weapons Convention and the Role of Customs in its Implementation Advanced
Chemical Weapons Convention and the Role of Customs in its Implementation

In this module you'll learn about chemical weapons, key CWC provisions, and the OPCW Verification Regime. It will explore the role of National Authorities in CWC implementation and their cooperation with other ...

ENG
45-60 min
2026 Regional Training Cycle on Assistance and Protection for Asia - Online Course Invitation-only
2026 Regional Training Cycle on Assistance and Protection for Asia - Online Course

Welcome to the 2026 Regional Training Cycle on Assistance and Protection for Asia! The online foundation course will offer basic theoretical knowledge for all participants about the OPCW, the Convention, chemical ...

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Curso avançado integrado online e exercício sobre assistência e proteção. Invitation-only
Curso avançado integrado online e exercício sobre assistência e proteção.

O Curso Online de Fundamentos proporcionará aos participantes conhecimentos teóricos básicos que abrangem áreas-chave relevantes para a resposta a emergências químicas. Os tópicos incluem uma introdução à Organização ...

Online course on the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), the CAMEO (Computer-Aided Management of Emergency Operations) Chemicals database and the Incident Command System (ICS) - Assistance and Protection Training Cycle Invitation-only
Online course on the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), the CAMEO (Computer-Aided Management of Emergency Operations) Chemicals database and the Incident Command System (ICS) - Assistance and Protection Training Cycle

This course corresponds to the third segment of the Assistance and Protection training Cycle and serves as the basis for the advanced combined face-to-face course + exercise (fourth segment of the regional APB cycle)....

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Online foundation Course - Assistance and Protection Training Cycle Invitation-only
Online foundation Course - Assistance and Protection Training Cycle

The Technical Secretariat of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and the Assistance and Protection Branch (APB) welcome you to the Foundation Course on Assistance and Protection against ...

ENG
Online Integrated Advanced Course and Exercise in Assistance and Protection Against Chemical Warfare Agents and Toxic Industrial Chemicals – (Investigation Course) Invitation-only
Online Integrated Advanced Course and Exercise in Assistance and Protection Against Chemical Warfare Agents and Toxic Industrial Chemicals – (Investigation Course)

ENG
Online Integrated Advanced course and Exercise on Assistance and Protection Invitation-only
Online Integrated Advanced course and Exercise on Assistance and Protection

ENG
Training of Trainers for First Responders - Foundational Course Invitation-only
Training of Trainers for First Responders - Foundational Course

This training-of-trainers (ToT) programme is organised by the Assistance and Protection Branch, within the framework of Article X of the Chemical Weapons Convention. The purpose of this course is to support the ...

ENG
ONLINE BASIC ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY COURSE  SECOND EDITION 2026 Invitation-only
ONLINE BASIC ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY COURSE SECOND EDITION 2026

Online Basic Analytical Chemistry Course Second Edition 2026 14 – 25 September 2026 Background 1. The OPCW Technical Secretariat (the Secretariat) wishes to inform Member States that an online basic analytical ...

ENG
2 weeks

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