OSHA Asbestos Awareness Training
- Continuing education credit hours 0.30
- Mobile-Friendly, Self-Paced Format
- Nationally-Accredited, Regulatory-Approved
Course Objectives
Upon completing the OSHA Asbestos Awareness Training course, participants will be able to:
Grasp EPA and OSHA regulations concerning the utilization of asbestos-containing materials (ACM).
Define the mineral "asbestos" and enumerate its different types.
Identify products and materials containing asbestos.
Provide an overview of the physical and chemical properties of asbestos.
Compile a list of various diseases resulting from exposure to asbestos fibers.
Articulate why lung cancer is more prevalent in smokers exposed to asbestos fibers compared to non-smokers.
Summarize the fundamental components of an asbestos control program.
Comprehend the safe work practices employed to minimize exposure to asbestos fibers.
Course Description
29 CFR 1910.1001 for general industry and 29 CFR 1926.1101 for the construction industry. This course is designed to equip workers with vital information and guidelines for handling situations where asbestos-containing materials (ACM) might be accidentally disturbed during routine operations.
Both OSHA and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) require training for all employees who may be exposed to asbestos fibers at or above the permissible exposure limit (PEL), ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.Industrial Training and OSHA Compliance Solutions: Your one-stop shop for workplace safety and compliance.