Asbestos
U.S. Safety offers two types of training on Asbestos, Basic Awareness and NESHAP. We do not offer abatement certifications.
Basic Awareness Training
This training is for maintenance and custodial staff involved in cleaning and minor maintenance tasks where Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) may be accidentally disturbed, and for construction workers where the potential for accidental exposure may be in the work environment.
One-hour Asbestos Awareness for Construction. Training includes the following:
• Background information on asbestos
• Health effects of asbestos
• Worker recognition and avoidance
• Asbestos survey requirements
Two-hour Asbestos Awareness for Maintenance & Custodial. Training includes the following:
• Background information on asbestos
• Health effects of asbestos
• Worker recognition and protection
• Locations of ACM in the building
• Recognition of ACM damage and deterioration
• The O&M program for that building (R&R)