06-16-2025 - Asbestos Building Inspector Initial - Duquesne, PA
Training Provider: Professional Training Associates, Inc
Dates: MO Jun 16, TU Jun 17, WE Jun 18 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Location: Duquesne, PA
11 reviews | TICKET TYPE | PRICE | QUANTITY |
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One Workshop Ticket more info» | $725.00 | |
 | 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 | Breakfast snacks and lunch are provided for in-person classes only. |
| STATE REQUIREMENTS (Asbestos Building Inspector Initial)** | |
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| Individual Prerequisites | At least 18 years old |
| Accrediting Body | Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry |
| Individual App Requirements | $300 initial; If there are more than 6 months until expiration of training certificate, $300 renewal; if less than 6 months, $150 |
| Individual Exam And Fees | No 3rd-Party Exam |
| Company Application Requirements | $50 annually |
| Refresher Training | Applicants must successfully complete a refresher course in the same discipline as their initial course. Refresher training is annual. Refresher is a half day, 4 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 Building Inspector Initial Courses. All reviews are from people who registered for and attended the course.
Christopher G.
attended on October 19, 2023
Enjoyed this class, the instructor was very helpful. Danielle A.
attended on October 15, 2020
Great class, the instructor was very knowledgeable Melanie B.
attended on July 30, 2020
I really enjoyed the class. The instructor was vey knowledgeable, and gave great example for what to look for in the field of work. We had visited an old church as a mock inspection. This really helped me understand what to look for. Melissa H.
attended on June 25, 2020
PTA, Inc. is a great place for training. The instructor, John Curcio was very informative and had a very comprehensive lesson plan including a detailed site visit to get a more hands on experience with building inspection. I would definitely recommend this training facility and would love to go back for more training at PTA, Inc. Joel M.
attended on January 16, 2020
Very clear and concise. Harold K.
attended on May 2, 2019
Great instructors!!! Hands down the best I have ever dealt with! Derek N.
attended on May 17, 2018
Great job! justin p.
attended on May 25, 2017
BILL WAS ONE OF THE BEST INSTRUCTORS I HAVE EVER HAD. HE PRESENTED THE MATERIAL IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT WAS NOT BORING AND WAS EASY TO UNDERSTAND. ANDREW C.
attended on May 15, 2015
The instructors were extremely knowledgeable, attentive, and down to earth. The class was very interactive and I walked away with a great deal of knowledge. I would definitely recommend this class to others! Marc B.
attended on February 3, 2014
It was a great experience and I enjoyed the instructor and the class. Ronald E. C.
attended on October 28, 2013
I would definitely recommend this course to anyone.
The instructor was very knowledgeable about the course content and associated regulations, and the staff was friendly. We did complete a field training exercise which was unexpected and very helpful in learning how to apply what we learned in the classroom. The instructor also provided license applications for the states in which we wanted to apply.
46 S Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
MO Jun 16, TU Jun 17, WE Jun 18 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Founded in 1998, Professional Training Associates, Inc (PTA) is a leading provider of environmental health and safety training. We focus primarily on the Region 3 area, but we also conduct courses both nationally and internationally. Our principal areas of concentration are OSHA and EPA required courses such as those governing asbestos and lead activities. Our other subjects include HAZWOPER, RCRA, and DOT, among others.
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