Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Asbestos Air Sampling Technician Refresher

Why Should You Take This Asbestos Air Sampling Technician Refresher Course?

Do not let your Asbestos Air Sampling Technician license expire! Asbestos Air Sampling Technician refresher training reaccredits individuals to perform indoor air sampling before, during and after asbestos abatement projects. This course includes information on methodology for representative quality assurance for both personal and area sampling for phase contrast microscopy (PCM) and transmission electron microscopy analysis (TEM).

During this course, students will receive a regulatory review and update on new asbestos legislation pertinent to asbestos abatement work. Beneficial features of this course include real-world examples from experienced instructors, as well as an overview of OSHA, AHERA, NESHAP; acceptable work practices; workplace safety; and air monitoring techniques. You will have the opportunity to interact with your peers and course instructors for maximized learning. 

An Air Sampling Technician must have a valid certificate and have a copy of their certificate in his/her possession at all times while working on the project. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of re-accreditation as an Air Sampling Technician.

The Following Topics Will Be Reviewed:

• Background and Overview of Asbestos
• Health Effects of Asbestos Exposure
• Overview of Abatement Construction Projects
• Federal and State Regulatory Overview
• Principles of Asbestos Abatement Procedures and Practices
• Personal protective Equipment and Personal Hygiene
• Decontamination Systems
• Safety and Health Hazards
• Principles of Air Monitoring
• Representative Quality Assurance for Personal and Area Sampling
• Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) Analysis
• Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Analysis

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.

IMPORTANT: You are required to bring your most current training certificate with you to the refresher course!