In the Asbestos Awareness course, you will be presented with information on asbestos-related hazards, PPE requirements, air monitoring methods, and abatement methods for different risk levels. Asbestos is a fibrous material used in many industrial applications. Unfortunately, asbestos is also a dangerous substance that increases the risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. This course will help you meet regulatory and government requirements.

This is a two-hour online course.

• Identify the health risks associated with asbestos
• Describe some materials that contain asbestos
• Describe the required respiratory protection when dealing with asbestos
• Describe the protective clothing requirements for asbestos
• Describe abatement in relation to asbestos
• Identify procedures used in asbestos abatement work
• Describe air monitoring requirements for abatement work
• Describe the techniques used for air monitoring
• Describe how to respond to medical and fire emergencies
• Describe where to find more information on competency profiles for asbestos projects