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Asbestos Hazards: Characteristics and Health Effects

If you saw asbestos, would you know what it was? Take this course to learn about asbestos characteristics and health effects. Being able to recognize asbestos and its health effects is the first step to working safely around it. This course is ideal for people who work in hazardous environments that contain or have the potential to contain asbestos as well as their supervisors.

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Course Details
Duration
12 min
Language
English
Price
$29.95
Format
Online
Certificate
Included

Why This Training Matters

Hazard Communication violations are among OSHA's Top 10 most-cited standards every year. In FY2024, failure to comply led to thousands of citations. Proper training prevents chemical burns, respiratory illness, and toxic exposure.

Who Needs This Training?

This course is designed for workers who handle, store, or are exposed to hazardous chemicals — including manufacturing workers, lab technicians, maintenance staff, cleaners, and construction workers.

Learning Objectives

What You’ll Learn

After completing this course, you will be able to:

01 Recall the physical characteristics of asbestos
02 Recall what friable asbestos is and why it is dangerous
03 Recall the health effects of asbestos
04 including asbestosis
05 lung cancer and mesothelioma
OSHA Compliance Context

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires employers to inform workers about chemical hazards through labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and training. This is consistently one of OSHA's most-cited standards.

Standards Covered

Regulations & Standards

This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:

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OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1001- Subpart Z
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Toxic and Hazardous Substances
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Asbestos
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OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101- Subpart Z
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Toxic and Hazardous Substances
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Asbestos
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OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134- Subpart I
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Personal Protective Equipment
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Respiratory Protection
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OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 App B- Subpart H
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Hazardous Materials
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EPA 40 CFR Parts 9 and 721- Restrictions on Discontinued Uses of Asbestos
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EPA 40 CFR Part 763
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Subpart G- Asbestos Worker Protection
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EPA 40 CFR 61.145- Standard for Demolition and Renovation
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EPA 40 CFR 61.150- Standard for Waste Disposal
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Asbestos Hazards: Characteristics and Health Effects course take?

This course takes approximately 12 minutes to complete. It is 100% online and self-paced, so you can start, stop, and resume at any time. Your progress is saved between sessions.

Do I receive a certificate after completing this course?

Yes. Upon successful completion of Asbestos Hazards: Characteristics and Health Effects, you will receive a downloadable certificate of completion. This certificate serves as proof that you have completed safety training on this topic and can be presented to employers.

Is this training required by OSHA?

This course covers requirements under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1001- Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances. Whether this specific training is required depends on your job duties and employer policies. Many employers require this training as part of their safety program to maintain OSHA compliance.

Is this course available in other languages?

Yes. This course is available in English, Spanish. Select your preferred language when browsing our course catalog.

How much does this course cost?

This course is $29.95 (regularly $34.95). The price includes full course access, all learning materials, and your certificate of completion. Group discounts are available for organizations enrolling 5 or more workers.
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