Asbestos Inspector Training Course
Course Overview
The Asbestos Inspector Training Course certifies individuals to identify, assess, and report the condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in buildings. This course is required for professionals conducting asbestos surveys, material identification, condition assessments, and bulk sample collection for laboratory analysis.
Under OSHA regulations, buildings constructed before 1981 must assume that thermal system insulation, sprayed-on or troweled-on surfacing materials, and certain flooring materials contain asbestos (PACM – Presumed Asbestos-Containing Material). Only laboratory analysis of samples collected by a trained and certified asbestos inspector can confirm or rebut this assumption. Building owners and construction professionals are responsible for identifying all ACMs in construction areas through due diligence and proper inspections.
This course meets the requirements of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) of 1986, as well as the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan, ensuring compliance for K-12 schools, public buildings, and commercial properties. It is fully approved by the EPA and various state regulatory agencies.
An Asbestos Inspector must carry a valid certificate while working on any project. This course provides comprehensive training, preparing participants to immediately apply their knowledge in the field through hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, and expert instruction.
Course Topics Covered
- Types and Uses of Asbestos: Understanding common applications and risks
- Health Effects of Exposure: Recognizing asbestos-related diseases and safety measures
- Federal & State Regulations: Compliance with EPA, OSHA, AHERA, and ASHARA standards
- Inspector Qualifications & Responsibilities: Role and duties of an asbestos inspector
- Building Systems & Material Assessment: Identifying friable and non-friable ACM
- Pre-Inspection Planning: Preparing for a thorough and effective asbestos survey
- Sampling & Documentation: Proper procedures for bulk sample collection and recordkeeping
- Public & Employee Relations: Communicating asbestos risks to building occupants
- Legal Liabilities & Compliance: Understanding responsibilities under state and federal laws
- Respiratory Protection & PPE: Ensuring safety during inspections
- Hands-On Field Experience: Practical skill development in asbestos inspection and assessment
Course Structure & Requirements
Duration: 24 hrs (3 days)
Certificate Validity: 365 days (Annual refresher required)
Prerequisite: No prior certification required
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.
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