Training Provider: EAST Centers of NY - Environmental Asbestos Safety Training
Date: Friday, November 15, 2024 from 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Location: Rochester, NY
TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $175.00 | |
Or call: 954-400-0595 |
Why Should You Take This Asbestos Allied Trades - Restricted Handler course?
Please Note: Annual refresher training is required to maintain the Asbestos Restricted Handler license, and workers must re-register with the state DOL every year. If working in New York City, you must also renew with the NYC DEP every two years.
Any person performing any limited or special tasks in preparation for an ancillary to an asbestos project, such as a carpenter, electrician, plumber or similar occupation, or any other person who may incidentally disturb asbestos during the course of any employment, shall possess a valid Asbestos Allied Trades - Restricted Handler certificate and shall have such certificate or a copy thereof in his/her possession at all times while working on the project.
This 4-Hour Asbestos Allied Trades Restricted Handler refresher course is designed for carpenters, electricians, plumbers that may disturb asbestos and need to renew their certificate. This annual refresher training is required for performing tasks in preparation for an asbestos project as a Restricted Handler.
The Following Topics Will Be Covered In Detail:
Certification Fees:
The NYSDOL and NYC DEP registration fees are not included with registration. After attending the class, you must register for certification with the state NYSDOL ($50), and if applicable, with New York City DEP ($50). Certified Restricted Asbestos Handlers must be employed by a NYS certified company with an Asbestos Handling License as well ($500 intial fee, $300 for renewals).
Renewal Requirements:
Annual refresher training is required to maintain the Asbestos Restricted Handler license, and workers must re-register with the state DOL every year. If working in New York City, you must also renew with the NYC DEP every two years.
More information from the NYC Department of Environmental Protection:
The Restricted Asbestos Handler Certification is issued to a worker who has completed this training course and is certified by the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to perform construction work during the preparation of or during asbestos abatement work.
The Restricted Asbestos Handler may perform electrical work, carpentry, and other specialized tasks (i.e., lighting, ventilation, enclosing the work area, etc.) necessary for the proper containment of a work area. They are allowed to enter the contained work area for a limited period of time to perform the specific tasks mentioned above in preparation for the actual abatement work. They may only perform those particular job functions specified in their application for certification (i.e. electrical work, carpentry, etc.), and they may not engage in an asbestos project before obtaining a “Restricted Asbestos Handler Certificate” issued by NYSDOL and DEP.
NYSDOL issues a Restricted Asbestos Handler Certificate/Allied Trades Certificate and DEP issues an Asbestos Handler Certificates. Both certificates are issued in the form of photo identification cards. The DEP certificate is valid for two years, and the NYSDOL certificate is valid for one year.
COURSE LOGISTICS | |
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Certificates | Varies depending on the class taken. |
Parking | Available |
Food | Coffee is provided for in-person classes. |
1555 Lyell Ave Suite 122, Rochester, NY 14606
Friday, November 15, 2024 from 12:30pm to 4:30pm
EAST's training is a student-focused method to allow for an engaging experience. Our trainers concentrate on how a safe workplace is obtainable and how it benefits workers and their employers. Over the past ten years, thousands of students have benefited from the experience of our trainers. EAST is a New York State Department of Health accredited asbestos training provider and a New York State Department of Labor Mold training provider. We offer OSHA Outreach training for both Construction and General Industries as well as HAZWOPER and OSHA health & safety programs.