Monday, September 7, 2009

Becoming a Certified Asbestos Worker

There are usually always job openings in the industry for those who are interested in becoming a certified asbestos worker. Asbestos abatement workers remove asbestos containing material (ACM) from school buildings, commercial and/or industrial facilities. Under the direction of a certified site supervisor working alongside with a licensed asbestos contractor, they will devise and implement a plan of action.An action plan includes detail of containment construction at the work site that must meet or exceed government rules and regulations; the type of facemasks to be used, what type of ACM is to be removed, and to point out any dangerous locations.

The safety of the workers is the site supervisors primary concern. Work conditions involving the combined usage of electricity, water, and chemicals can be hazardous. There is a possible exposure to asbestos fibers lingering mid air should the worker accidentally become unmasked while performing a task.

Education requirements–

A high school diploma is required to become a certified asbestos abatement worker.

There are specific types of training a potential asbestos worker must complete.

The primary function of the program is to assure that the people working with asbestos are properly trained. Workers must comply with rules that are designed to protect not only the employee performing asbestos abatement work but also the general public that lives or works in the area where the work is taking place.

A certified asbestos worker must complete and pass a fifty question, multiple-choice examination with a passing grade of 70% or higher.

One cannot abate ACM without being certified. This certificate contains the workers name and social security number so there will be no chance of mistaken identity. The certification must be on file, present at the job site, and re-certified annually to continue work in this field.

Construction trades are being made aware of a new initiative being implemented by the Asbestos Program. This initiative addresses exposure to asbestos-containing materials. The goal is to increase awareness through asbestos safety training.


Source: http://www.mesothelioma-website.us/asbestos/canada-exports-asbestos-danger/



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