Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Initial - Virtual

This Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Initial - Virtual course is designed for any individual who performing supervisor duties on an asbestos abatement work area. 

This class will be conducted as a live, instructor-led webinar during the dates and times listed on the registration EXCEPT for the last day of class, when students will need to go to the onsite facility to complete the required hands-on and final exam. Students must be available for the full duration of the class dates and times listed. Onsite training will be limited in size and extra precautions will be taken for student and instructor safety.

How does Virtual Initial Training work?

1. Select your location where you will complete the hands-on training and exam.

2. Select the dates that work with your schedule 

  i) The first days will be conducted via an Instructor-led Webinar training. 

 ii) The LAST day listed for the course will be the day you must go in to the training facility in-person to finish the course.

3. After registering, you will receive additional information by email for how to access the online training segments.

4. After successfully completing the last day in-person and passing the exam your training certificate will be issued.

Students should have a webcam or built in camera. Virtual training can be accessed via computer, smartphone, or tablet.

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

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.