Asbestos & Lead Awareness Training

Participants will receive instruction on the applicable legislation and standards in regards to asbestos and lead exposure in the workplace.   They will learn what asbestos and lead are, where these substances can be found and the health risks associated with exposure.   Participants will be able to recognize where asbestos and lead may be found at jobsites and in the workplace, including work that could lead to exposure.   They will learn the appropriate steps to protect themselves. Additionally, they will learn the requirements for respiratory protection and for work involving class I, II, and III asbestos and lead operations.

The course breakdown is as follows:

• What is Asbestos and Lead
• Uses of Asbestos and Lead in Buildings, Structures and Equipment/Materials
• Applicable Regulations
• Health effects of Asbestos & Lead Exposure
• Types of Asbestos
• Operations that Increase Exposure To Asbestos and Lead
• Asbestos & Lead Hazard Controls
• Respiratory Protection
• Test

Course Duration: 4 hours

Course Deliverables: Participants will receive a detailed course manual.