This is a training program specifically for asbestos supervisors and contractors. It is AHERA/EPA approved under Section 206 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 15 U.S.C. 2646.

Designed to meet the OSHA requirements for a “competent person” and/or a “certified supervisor” and the EPA requirement for an “accredited supervisor”. OSHA requires this course for asbestos consultants and site surveillance technician certification. EPA requires at least one person with this training to be present during any renovation or demolition work that disturbs asbestos (small maintenance jobs may be exempted).

COURSE CONTENTS

A comprehensive discussion of the practices and procedures used in asbestos abatement work is provided in this course which includes three days of lecture and 2 days of hands-on workshops. It is designed to provide the attendee with the ability to understand the importance of regulations, recognize asbestos applications, comprehend the health hazard potential and understand the principals of work practices to work safely and efficiently with asbestos in a manner that will safeguard personal and public exposure.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Initially designed for the accreditation of abatement contractors, this course also provides building owners, health and safety professionals and regulatory agency personnel with the basic information needed to interact successfully with experienced industrial hygienist/consultants and abatement firms.

ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION

NAETI will give a 100 question final exam. Upon successful completion of the AHERA Asbestos Supervisor course and passing the exam, an official NAETI Certificate of Completion will be provided.