03-24-2025 - Asbestos Building Inspector Initial - Romulus, MI
Training Provider: ETC Training Services Group
Dates: MO Mar 24, TU Mar 25, WE Mar 26 from 8:30am to 5:00pm
Location: Romulus, MI
14 reviews | TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $550.00 | |
 | Or call: 954-400-0595 | |
This Asbestos Building Inspector Initial training course accredits individuals to assess the condition of asbestos material and report the results. Any person who performs the tasks involved in the asbestos survey, identification and assessment of the condition of asbestos and asbestos material, or who is involved in the collection of bulk samples of asbestos material for laboratory analysis, needs this training.
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.
OSHA requires that all surfacing material - (i.e. sprayed-on or trowled-on materials) and all thermal systems insulation must be presumed to be asbestos containing materials (PACM) in buildings constructed before 1981. OSHA also requires that in these same buildings, all vinyl, resilient, and asphaltic flooring, and the associated mastics and backings must be assumed to be asbestos containing. Only laboratory analysis of samples obtained by a trained and certified asbestos building inspector can rebut OSHAs position on PACM or flooring in buildings constructed before 1981. Building owners, and those involved with construction activities, must identify all asbestos containing materials in the areas of construction via due diligence.
An Asbestos Inspector must possess a valid Inspector certificate and have a copy of their certificate with them at all times while working on the project. 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.
Topics To Be Covered Include:
- Types and Uses of Asbestos
- Potential Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
- Federal and State Regulatory Framework
- Function, Qualifications, and Role of Inspectors
- Building Systems
- Public/Employee/Building Occupant Relations
- Pre-Inspection Planning
- Physical Assessment of Friable and Non-Friable ACM
- Respiratory Protection and Personal Protective Equipment
- Legal Liabilities
- Bulk Sampling Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Field Experiences and Hands-On Skill Sets
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 | Same day as course completion |
| Parking | Free parking available on site |
| Food | Coffee provided |
| STATE REQUIREMENTS (Asbestos Building Inspector Initial)** | |
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| Individual Prerequisites | -High School degree or equivalent -1 year of experience in asbestos-related work; OR -1 year of experience in general building inspections related to environmental and health concerns; OR -At least 5 years of supervisory experience in general building operations and maintenance. |
| Accrediting Body | Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth |
| Individual App Requirements | $150 initial, $25 annual renewal |
| Individual Exam And Fees | No 3rd-Party Exam |
| Company Application Requirements | Type I 1-4 employees $200.00 initial, $100.00 renewal Type II 5+ employees $400.00 initial, $300.00 renewal |
| Refresher Training | Renewal applications must be received in the Asbestos Program office 30 days prior to the expiration date of the current accreditation card or it will be treated as an initial application, which requires the initial fee. All renewal applicants must successfully complete a refresher course in the same discipline as their initial course. |
| Reciprocity | Michigan accepts training course certificates from all U.S. EPA approved training providers. All training courses conducted in Michigan must be Michigan approved. Initial Inspectors, Management Planners, and Project Designers must submit a resume complete with the following information: (1) name of employer; (2) type of asbestos-related work performed; (3) percentage of total job that was asbestos-related; (4) period of employment (beginning and ending dates of employment). Contact the department regarding contractor licensure requirements and training provider approval. |
| ** 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 Building Inspector Initial Courses. All reviews are from people who registered for and attended the course.
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Jason H.
attended on July 8, 2023
Good instructor. Good pacing. Answers questions. Cody M.
attended on October 28, 2021
great class very informative Eric M.
attended on September 23, 2021
Brian Thurston was a great instructor. Kurtis S.
attended on March 5, 2020
Brian was outstanding. Great class I recommend this class to anyone seeking asbestos knowledge. Aaron W.
attended on April 18, 2019
Instructor was very knowledgeable. The materials were a little disorganized but very helpful. Maureen F.
attended on December 20, 2018
The facility and instructor at ETC were excellent. Kristen S.
attended on June 2, 2018
This was a great class! Brian has real-world experience that he was able to share with us, giving us a better understanding of the material. We were also able to go into the lab and see how they process samples and perform sample analysis, which will help us in our own work in the field. I will definitely recommend this facility to anyone needing training and I will be back for my own future needs. Jason D.
attended on February 4, 2016
Very thorough and easy to listen to. Erika A.
attended on November 9, 2015
Great class and instructor Kimberly W.
attended on May 5, 2015
Definitely knowledgeable on the subject, would have liked to see more interaction with the class. Don H.
attended on May 3, 2015
Brian was a great instructor Emmett B.
attended on November 3, 2014
He did a very good job of getting the important information across. Mark S.
attended on October 24, 2014
The class what want I expected and was very informative Dan K.
attended on February 24, 2014
The class could have had more, class participation
Durring the exam there seemed to be a lot of unnessasary noise.
The instructor was good and knew the material. 38900 W. Huron River Drive, Romulus, MI 48174
MO Mar 24, TU Mar 25, WE Mar 26 from 8:30am to 5:00pm
Established in 1989 as a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm, the ETC family of companies now offers a full range of professional, technical and training services, with offices located throughout Michigan. Our clients include industrial corporations, commercial businesses, law offices, lending institutions, government agencies, schools, and homeowners, among others. ETC specializes in providing cost effective solutions to environmental problems, as well as comprehensive site evaluations and development of programs for complying with government regulations. The company's unique blend of technical expertise and regulatory experience allows us to provide services which focus clearly on minimizing your environmental liabilities.
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