Asbestos Worker Initial 32 Hour Louisiana
Course Overview
The 32-hour Asbestos Worker Initial Training course is required for individuals who will be performing the removal, encapsulation, or disturbance of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in the state of Louisiana. This hands-on course complies with EPA AHERA, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101, and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) regulations, and prepares workers to safely and effectively handle asbestos in a variety of settings.
Topics Covered
Health effects of asbestos exposure
Federal, state, and local asbestos regulations (EPA, OSHA, LDEQ)
Identification of asbestos materials
Proper work practices for asbestos removal and repair
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper use
Respiratory protection and fit testing
Decontamination procedures
Waste handling and disposal
Emergency response procedures
Air monitoring and containment setup
Hands-on training and practical exercises
Who Should Attend
Individuals who will be directly handling asbestos-containing materials
Workers employed by asbestos abatement contractors
Construction, renovation, and demolition personnel working in buildings with asbestos
Anyone seeking LDEQ licensing as an Asbestos Worker
Course Completion
Participants must attend all sessions and pass a written exam and hands-on performance evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. This certificate is required to apply for state licensing as an Asbestos Worker in Louisiana.
Refresher Training
A one-day (8-hour) refresher course is required annually to maintain certification and licensing.
Course Overview
The 32-hour Asbestos Worker Initial Training course is required for individuals who will be performing the removal, encapsulation, or disturbance of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in the state of Louisiana. This hands-on course complies with EPA AHERA, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101, and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) regulations, and prepares workers to safely and effectively handle asbestos in a variety of settings.
Topics Covered
Health effects of asbestos exposure
Federal, state, and local asbestos regulations (EPA, OSHA, LDEQ)
Identification of asbestos materials
Proper work practices for asbestos removal and repair
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper use
Respiratory protection and fit testing
Decontamination procedures
Waste handling and disposal
Emergency response procedures
Air monitoring and containment setup
Hands-on training and practical exercises
Who Should Attend
Individuals who will be directly handling asbestos-containing materials
Workers employed by asbestos abatement contractors
Construction, renovation, and demolition personnel working in buildings with asbestos
Anyone seeking LDEQ licensing as an Asbestos Worker
Course Completion
Participants must attend all sessions and pass a written exam and hands-on performance evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. This certificate is required to apply for state licensing as an Asbestos Worker in Louisiana.
Refresher Training
A one-day (8-hour) refresher course is required annually to maintain certification and licensing.
Course Overview
The 32-hour Asbestos Worker Initial Training course is required for individuals who will be performing the removal, encapsulation, or disturbance of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in the state of Louisiana. This hands-on course complies with EPA AHERA, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101, and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) regulations, and prepares workers to safely and effectively handle asbestos in a variety of settings.
Topics Covered
Health effects of asbestos exposure
Federal, state, and local asbestos regulations (EPA, OSHA, LDEQ)
Identification of asbestos materials
Proper work practices for asbestos removal and repair
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper use
Respiratory protection and fit testing
Decontamination procedures
Waste handling and disposal
Emergency response procedures
Air monitoring and containment setup
Hands-on training and practical exercises
Who Should Attend
Individuals who will be directly handling asbestos-containing materials
Workers employed by asbestos abatement contractors
Construction, renovation, and demolition personnel working in buildings with asbestos
Anyone seeking LDEQ licensing as an Asbestos Worker
Course Completion
Participants must attend all sessions and pass a written exam and hands-on performance evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. This certificate is required to apply for state licensing as an Asbestos Worker in Louisiana.
Refresher Training
A one-day (8-hour) refresher course is required annually to maintain certification and licensing.