01-20-2025 - Asbestos Contractor / Supervisor Initial - Syracuse, NY
Training Provider: EAST Centers of NY - Environmental Asbestos Safety Training
Dates: MO Jan 20, TU Jan 21, WE Jan 22, TH Jan 23, FR Jan 24 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Location: Syracuse, NY
6 reviews | TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $750.00 | |
 | Or call: 954-400-0595 | |
This Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Initial training course is for any individual who performs supervision of persons permitted to enter the restricted and regulated asbestos abatement work area. The supervisor is also responsible for performing the duties of the OSHA competent person for the asbestos project, consistent with current EPA and OSHA regulations.
An Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor must have completed this training, and have a valid certificate with them at all times while working on qualifying projects. This workshop prepares you to immediately apply your knowledge to the field, with extensive hands-on training and real-world examples from experienced instructors. It combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. Safe work practices, liability, and glove bag procedures are examined in detail.
Training for asbestos abatement professionals is required under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), which is the authority under which EPA issued the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan. This course has been granted full approval by the EPA and various States to meet AHERA and ASHARA accreditation requirements for asbestos work in K-12 schools, as well as in public and commercial buildings.
Topics To Be Covered Include:
- Background Information on Asbestos
- Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
- Federal and State Regulations
- Respiratory Protection Program*
- Medical Monitoring
- Insurance and Liability Considerations
- Supervisory Techniques
- Identification and Control Options
- State-of-the-Art Work Practices*
- Personal Hygiene of the Worker*
- Additional Safety Hazards
- Air Monitoring
- Pre and Post Work Activities and Safety Considerations*
- Contract Specifications
- Record-Keeping
*Denotes Hands-On Activities
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.
| COURSE LOGISTICS | |
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| Certificates | Varies depending on the class taken. |
| Parking | Parking Available |
| Food | Coffee is provided for in-person classes. |
| STATE REQUIREMENTS (Asbestos Contractor / Supervisor Initial)** | |
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| Individual Prerequisites | None |
| Accrediting Body | New York Department of Labor |
| Individual App Requirements | $100 annually |
| Individual Exam And Fees | No 3rd-Party Exam. Course exam is 100 questions and is given on the last day of training. |
| Company Application Requirements | Asbestos handling license (firm app) is $500 for initial, $300 to renew. |
| Refresher Training | Certificates (hard cards) are valid for one year. Failure to take refresher training within two years from expiration date = start over! Refresher training is a 1-day, 8 hour course. |
| ** Please note that these details are provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your local state or regulatory body to confirm your requirements for your specific situation. Nothing on this website constitutes, or is meant to constitute, advice of any kind. It is simply a database of publicly available information that is meant to assist with research on certain topics but is no way guaranteed as complete or free of error. | |
Below are the most recent student reviews for previous Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Initial Courses. All reviews are from people who registered for and attended the course.
Justin T.
attended on April 27, 2024
Trainers did a great job relaying the information and explaining in a different manner if questions were asked. Andre' D.
attended on December 23, 2023
my instruction was very organize, well rounded he took is time in making sure the whole class understood every step of the way, even when is good overwhelm for he took is time to keep explaining things step by step, i would definitely recommend other guy to take class. Overall i was happy with the result can't wait to do the refresher course. Chris W.
attended on April 9, 2022
The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and used real world applications to make the course material relevant. Overall, highly satisfied and will definitely utilize you guys again. JAMES F.
attended on December 18, 2021
Great class Dale W.
attended on December 18, 2021
Great course. Calvin M.
attended on July 17, 2021
Instructor was great. I was surprised at how knowledgeable he was. A professional. 6707 Brooklawn Parkway, Syracuse, NY 13211
MO Jan 20, TU Jan 21, WE Jan 22, TH Jan 23, FR Jan 24 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
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.
Questions? 954-400-0595
