Asbestos Safety
Learning objectives
- Define what asbestos is and where it is commonly found.
- Understand the health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
- Recognize potential asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in the workplace.
- Know what to do if asbestos is suspected or disturbed.
- Identify key control measures used to prevent exposure.
Course overview
Asbestos exposure remains one of the most serious workplace health hazards, even decades after its widespread use ended. This course explains what asbestos is, how to recognize materials that may contain it, and what actions to take if it’s disturbed. You’ll learn the safety standards, protective measures, and reporting steps needed to prevent exposure and stay compliant with OSHA regulations.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 11 minutes
- Format: Video
- Tier: 2
- Course ID: 7179
English
Course Outline
- Health Risk of Asbestos
- Recognizing Asbestos-Containing Materials
- Mitigating Asbestos Exposure
- Control Measures to Prevent Exposure
- Classes of Asbestos Work
Regulations
- 29 CFR 1910.1001
- 29 CFR 1926.1101