objectivesThe Asbestos Awareness for General Industry online training from OSHA Education School covers the essential properties of asbestos and hazards of asbestos exposure in the workplace. Participants will learn how asbestos exposure may occur during demolition and renovation, as well as learn about OSHA Standard Subpart Z 29 CFR 1910.1001 for General Industry. Additionally, participants can expect a broad overview of how workers can protect themselves and prevent asbestos exposure in the workplace.
OSHA Education School’s Asbestos Awareness for General Industry online training discusses the properties and primary uses of asbestos, routes of exposure, OSHA’s permissible exposure limits (PEL), and the recommended exposure controls. Specific course topics include the following:
Introduction to asbestos
Properties and exposure to asbestos
Requirements for using asbestos in the workplace
Conclusion and summation of asbestos in general industry
Specific industry terms covered throughout the course include the following:
OSHA Asbestos Standard
Recordkeeping
Asbestos awareness
PEL
descriptionThe most common way for asbestos fibers to enter the body is through breathing. In fact, asbestos containing material is not generally considered to be harmful unless it is releasing dust or fibers into the air where they can be inhaled or ingested. The Asbestos Awareness for General Industry online course from addresses the fundamental characteristics of asbestos and the risks associated with workplace asbestos exposure. Participants will understand how asbestos exposure may occur during demolition and remodelling, as well as about OSHA Standard Subpart Z for General Industry 29 CFR 1910.1001. Additionally, attendees may anticipate a comprehensive overview of worker protection and prevention of asbestos exposure in the workplace. The online training course Asbestos Awareness for General Industry addresses the characteristics and major applications of asbestos, exposure pathways, OSHA's permitted exposure limits (PEL), and suggested exposure controls.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Asbestos Awareness For General Industry and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline2. Properties/Uses
What Is Asbestos?
Asbestos Danger
Who’s Exposed?
3. Requirements
OSHA Standards
PELs
Exposure Monitoring?
Regulated Areas
Exposure Controls
Respiratory Protection
Protective Clothing
Hygiene Facilities
Training
Medical Surveillance
Recordkeeping
4. Conclusion/Summary
Sources of Information
Summary
Benefits OSHA Education School’s Asbestos Awareness for General Industry online training is designed to teach participants the importance of OSHA’s regulations and standards governing asbestos. Upon successful completion of this course, participants can expect to:
Understand the importance and requirements for training, exposure monitoring, hygiene facilities, medical surveillance, and recordkeeping
Know the general properties of asbestos and exposure levels