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Asbestos Courses
All Asbestos courses are taught by Environmental Education Associates or Future Environmental Designs in our classrooms
Asbestos Handler/Worker Initial 4 days $600
Asbestos Handler/Worker Refresher
8 hours $175
This Asbestos Worker/Handler Initial course is designed for anyone who, within a work area, removes, encapsulates or disturbs friable asbestos, or who handles asbestos material in any manner which may result in the release of asbestos fiber on an asbestos abatement project. Asbestos Workers must be supervised by a certified Asbestos Supervisor. Training for asbestos abatement professionals is required under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), which is the authority under which EPA issued the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan. This course has been granted approval by the EPA and various States to meet AHERA and ASHARA accreditation requirements for asbestos work in K-12 schools, as well as in public and commercial buildings. An Asbestos Worker/Handler must have a valid asbestos certificate at all times while working on a project, and must work under the supervision of a certified Asbestos Supervisor. This workshop prepares you to immediately apply your knowledge to the field, with extensive hands-on training and real-world examples from experienced instructors. It combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. Topics To Be Covered Include: Background Information on Asbestos Relevant Federal, State and Local Regulatory Requirements, Procedures and Standards Health Effects of Exposure to Asbestos Purposes and Methods of Asbestos Monitoring and Testing Case Studies Personal Protection of the Worker (hands-on required) Preparation of Work Area (hands-on required) Asbestos Abatement Hazard Reduction Methods (hands-on required) Proper Clean-Up and Disposal (hands-on required) Personal Hygiene Decontamination (hands-on required) Additional Safety Hazards Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field. Most states administer their own asbestos programs, and each state's Department of Environmental Protection/Health is generally the best place to start with questions about requirements and training. Students are responsible to verify these requirements prior to registering for a course.
Why Should You Take This Asbestos Worker Refresher Course?
Do not let your Asbestos Worker license expire! The Asbestos Worker refresher training recertifies individuals to remove, encapsulate, enclose, repair or disturb friable or non-friable asbestos, and to handle asbestos material in any manner which may result in the release of asbestos fiber on an asbestos abatement project.
During this course, students will receive a regulatory review and update on new asbestos legislation pertinent to asbestos abatement work. Beneficial features of this course include real-world examples from experienced instructors, as well as an overview of OSHA, AHERA, NESHAP; acceptable work practices; workplace safety; and air monitoring techniques. You will have the opportunity to interact with your peers and course instructors for maximized learning.
An Asbestos Worker must have a valid certificate or a copy of their certificate with them at all times while working on the project, and work under the supervision of a certified Asbestos Supervisor. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of re-accreditation as an Asbestos Worker/Handler.
The Following Topics Will Be Reviewed:
*Personal Protective Equipment
*Personal Hygiene
*Work Area Preparation
*Engineering Controls
*Decontamination System
*Work Practices
*Safety Hazards
Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field. Most states administer their own asbestos programs, and each state's Department of Environmental
Asbestos Supervisor Initial
5 days $700
Asbestos Supervisor Refresher
8 hours $175
This Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Initial training course is for any individual who performs supervision of persons permitted to enter the restricted and regulated asbestos abatement work area. The supervisor is also responsible for performing the duties of the OSHA competent person for the asbestos project, consistent with current EPA and OSHA regulations.
An Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor must have completed this training, and have a valid certificate with them at all times while working on qualifying projects. This workshop prepares you to immediately apply your knowledge to the field, with extensive hands-on training and real-world examples from experienced instructors. It combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. Safe work practices, liability, and glove bag procedures are examined in detail.
Training for asbestos abatement professionals is required under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), which is the authority under which EPA issued the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan. This course has been granted full approval by the EPA and various States to meet AHERA and ASHARA accreditation requirements for asbestos work in K-12 schools, as well as in public and commercial buildings.
Topics To Be Covered Include:
*Background Information on Asbestos
*Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
*Federal and State Regulations
*Respiratory Protection Program
*Medical Monitoring
*Insurance and Liability Considerations
*Supervisory Techniques
*Identification and Control Options
*State-of-the-Art Work Practices*
*Personal Hygiene of the Worker*
*Additional Safety Hazards
*Air Monitoring
*Pre and Post Work Activities and Safety Considerations+
*Contract Specifications
*Record-Keeping
+Denotes Hands-On Activities
Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field. Most states administer their own asbestos programs, and each state's Department of Environmental Protection/Health is generally the best place to start with questions about requirements and training. Students are responsible to verify these requirements prior to registering for a course.
Why Should You Take This Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Refresher Course?
Do not let your Asbestos Contractor Supervisor license expire! The Asbestos Supervisor refresher training re-certifies individuals to supervise and direct asbestos workers performing abatement activities. An Asbestos Supervisor must have completed this training, and have a valid Supervisor certificate with them at all times while working on qualifying projects. The supervisor is also responsible for performing the duties of the OSHA competent person for the asbestos project, consistent with current EPA and OSHA regulations.
During this course, students will receive a regulatory review and update on new asbestos legislation pertinent to asbestos abatement work. Beneficial features of this course include real-world examples from experienced instructors, as well as an overview of OSHA, AHERA, NESHAP; acceptable work practices; workplace safety; and air monitoring techniques. You will have the opportunity to interact with your peers and course instructors for maximized learning.
An Asbestos Supervisor must have completed this training, and have a valid Supervisor certificate with them at all times while working on qualifying projects. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of re-accreditation as an Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor.
The Following Topics Will Be Reviewed:
*Introduction to Asbestos
*Health Effects of Asbestos
*Asbestos Abatement Regulations and Worker Legal Rights
*Personal Protective Equipment
*Site Safety
*Air Sampling and Monitoring
*Work Area Preparation
*Contract Specifications
*Insurance and Legal Issues
*Asbestos Abatement Techniques
*Supervisory Skills and Recordkeeping
Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field. Most states administer their own asbestos programs, and each state's Department of Environmental Protection/Health is generally the best place to start with questions about requirements and training. Students are responsible to verify these requirements prior to registering for a course.
IMPORTANT: You are required to bring your most current training certificate with you to the refresher course!
Asbestos Building Inspector Initial
3 days $475
Asbestos Building Inspector Refresher
4 hours $175
This Asbestos Building Inspector Initial training course accredits individuals to assess the condition of asbestos material and report the results. Any person who performs the tasks involved in the asbestos survey, identification and assessment of the condition of asbestos and asbestos material, or who is involved in the collection of bulk samples of asbestos material for laboratory analysis, needs this training.
Training for asbestos abatement professionals is required under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), which is the authority under which EPA issued the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan. This course has been granted full approval by the EPA and various States to meet AHERA and ASHARA accreditation requirements for asbestos work in K-12 schools, as well as in public and commercial buildings.
OSHA requires that all surfacing material - (i.e. sprayed-on or trowled-on materials) and all thermal systems insulation must be presumed to be asbestos containing materials (PACM) in buildings constructed before 1981. OSHA also requires that in these same buildings, all vinyl, resilient, and asphaltic flooring, and the associated mastics and backings must be assumed to be asbestos containing. Only laboratory analysis of samples obtained by a trained and certified asbestos building inspector can rebut OSHAs position on PACM or flooring in buildings constructed before 1981. Building owners, and those involved with construction activities, must identify all asbestos containing materials in the areas of construction via due diligence.
An Asbestos Inspector must possess a valid Inspector certificate and have a copy of their certificate with them at all times while working on the project. This workshop prepares you to immediately apply your knowledge to the field, with extensive hands-on training and real-world examples from experienced instructors. It combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations.
Topics To Be Covered Include:
*Types and Uses of Asbestos
*Potential Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
*Federal and State Regulatory Framework
*Function, Qualifications, and Role of Inspectors
*Building Systems
*Public/Employee/Building Occupant Relations
*Pre-Inspection Planning
*Physical Assessment of Friable and Non-Friable ACM
*Respiratory Protection and Personal Protective Equipment
*Legal Liabilities
*Bulk Sampling Documentation and Recordkeeping
*Field Experiences and Hands-On Skill Sets
Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field. Most states administer their own asbestos programs, and each state's Department of Environmental Protection/Health is generally the best place to start with questions about requirements and training. Students are responsible to verify these requirements prior to registering for a course.
Do not let your asbestos license expire! This Asbestos Inspector Refresher training course is essential for recertification as an Asbestos Inspector. The Asbestos Inspector refresher training recertifies individuals to survey, identify and assess the condition of asbestos and asbestos material and record and report the results. It also accredits any individual handling the collection of bulk samples of asbestos material or suspected asbestos material for laboratory analysis.
8 Hours — All asbestos certificates must be renewed annually under NYSDOH and USEPA requirements. Attendees must provide proof of eligibility to attend.
Asbestos Operations &
Maintenance Initial
2 days $350
Asbestos Operations &
Maintenance Refresher
4 hours $175
Why Should You Take This Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Initial Course?
This Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Initial training accredits individuals to perform operations, maintenance and repair activities which may disturb minor quantities of ACM, PACM or asbestos material. This course is designed primarily for custodial and maintenance personnel and individuals in the building trades. Operation and Maintenance certification permits the holder to perform OSHA Class III & IV asbestos work only on minor asbestos projects. Minor asbestos projects must be associated with repairs required in the performance of emergency or routine maintenance activity, and is not intended solely as asbestos abatement.
Class III Asbestos Work – repair and maintenance operations, where ACM, including TSI and surfacing ACM and PACM is likely to be disturbed.
Class IV Asbestos Work – maintenance and custodial activities during which employee contact, but do not disturb, ACM or PACM , and activities to clean up dust, waste and debris resulting
from Class I, II, and III Activities.
Training for asbestos abatement professionals is required under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), which is the authority under which EPA issued the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan. This course has been granted full approval by the EPA and various States to meet AHERA and ASHARA accreditation requirements for asbestos work in K-12 schools, as well as in public and commercial buildings.
An Operations & Maintenance worker shall have a valid Operations & Maintenance certificate and must have their certificate or a copy of their certificate with them at all times while working on the project. This workshop prepares you to immediately apply your knowledge to the field, with extensive hands-on training and real-world examples from experienced instructors. It combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations.
The Following Topics Will Be Covered:
*Background Information on Asbestos
*Potential Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
*Identification and Location of Asbestos
*Federal and State Regulatory Review
*Personal Protective Equipment
*Personal Hygiene
*Work Area Preparation
*Decontamination Systems
*Work Practice Standards
*Safety and Health Hazards
*Occupant Relations/Safety
*Glovebag Techniques
Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field.
Do not let your asbestos license expire! This Asbestos Operations and Maintenance refresher training reaccredits individuals to perform operations, maintenance and repair activities which may disturb minor quantities of ACM, PACM or asbestos material. This refresher course is designed primarily for custodial and maintenance personnel and individuals in the building trades. Operation and Maintenance certification permits the holder to perform OSHA Class III & IV asbestos work only on minor asbestos projects. Minor asbestos projects must be associated with repairs required in the performance of emergency or routine maintenance activity, and is not intended solely as asbestos abatement.
During this course, students will receive a regulatory review and update on new asbestos legislation pertinent to asbestos work. Beneficial features of this course include real-world examples from experienced instructors, as well as an overview of OSHA, AHERA, NESHAP; acceptable work practices; workplace safety; and air monitoring techniques. You will have the opportunity to interact with your peers and course instructors for maximized learning.
The Following Topics Will Be Reviewed:
*Background Information on Asbestos
*Potential Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
*Identification and Location of Asbestos
*Federal and State Regulatory Review
*Personal Protective Equipment
*Personal Hygiene
*Work Area Preparation
*Decontamination Systems
*Work Practice Standards
*Safety and Health Hazards
*Occupant Relations/Safety
*Glovebag Techniques
Please Note: Your state has detailed education, experience and application processing requirements to qualify for licensing in the Asbestos field. Most states administer their own asbestos programs, and each state's Department of Environmental Protection/Health is generally the best place to start with questions about requirements and training. Students are responsible to verify these requirements prior to registering for a course.
IMPORTANT: You are required to bring your most current training certificate.