Asbestos Awareness – Basic
Sub-Title:
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Asbestos standard includes General Industry (29 CFR 1910) 1910 Subpart Z, Toxic and hazardous substances 1910.1001 and Safety and Health for Construction (29 CFR 1910) 1926.1101.
Government Regulations:
1910
1926
Who Needs this Training?
The employer must train each employee who is likely to be exposed more than a PEL, and each employee who performs class I through class IV asbestos operations.
Dangers of Remaining Uncertified
By remaining uncertified workers increase their exposure to asbestos danger by being unaware of safety precautions.
Included Topics
Intro – 0:23
Topic 1: Introduction to Asbestos – 2:05
Topic 2: Hazards Associated with Asbestos – 3:36
Topic 3: Identifying Asbestos-Containing Material – 5:24
Topic 4: Preventing Exposure – 6:41
Topic 5: Working Near Asbestos – 4:21
Summary – 0:19
Course Layout
Course format consists of video instruction, intermediate quizzes, and Final Knowledge Check.
Course Duration
A minimum of 30 minutes is required to complete this course.
Recertification
OSHA requires annual recertification for workers where occupational exposure takes place.
