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Course Description

  • CEUs: 3.0
  • FBPR Asbestos Licensing Unit: Provider #0000995; Course #FL49-0002861
  • On-Site Training Available: Cost: TBA
  • Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Course coordinator: Melissa Hamilton melissajhamilton@treeo.ufl.edu 
Phone: (352) 392-9570 or 352-294-3879

  • This is an initial four-day course for Class I and II Asbestos Workers for all removal activities in compliance with EPA and OSHA requirements
  • The course has been granted full approval by the EPA and the State of Florida to meet AHERA/ASHARA requirements for Class I and II Asbestos Workers performing work in K-12 schools and public and commercial buildings
  • The course is required for all personnel to conduct gross removal of asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM)
  • Worker accreditation is required on projects where the ACBM that is to be removed exceeds the limits of small-scale, short-duration projects, or where states require worker certification
  • Asbestos abatement worker training includes classroom lectures and discussions, demonstrations, extensive hands-on worker training and a written examination
  • Participant must be in attendance for entire course to receive continuing education credit and a Certificate of Accreditation
  • Daily breaks are scheduled. You will be allowed a one hour break for lunch. 
  • Required Exam: 50 Question Multiple-Choice/Closed Book with a 70% or higher to pass
  • An annual refresher course is required
  • Respiratory Fit Testing:  OSHA requires medical monitoring prior to fit-testing and initial use of respiratory protection. Although students will learn principles of respiratory equipment and observe a variety of respiratory protection equipment, they will not be exposed to conditions that may put them at physical risk. After training, students will be required by their employers to obtain medical clearance in accordance with OSHA if they will use respiratory protection as part of their job duties.

Learner Outcomes

This course is for persons seeking to become Asbestos Workers.  The course is for Class I and II Asbestos Workers performing work in K-12 schools and public and commercial buildings. In Florida, Asbestos Workers must work under the supervision of an Asbestos: Competent Person who is a Licensed Asbestos Contractor. 

Persons who plan to do asbestos work in other states should contact that state to verify that accreditation, licensure and other requirements are met.

Notes

Florida Board of Professional Regulation: Asbestos Licensing Unit
The Asbestos Program for the State of Florida is run by the Florida Board of Professional Regulation: Asbestos Licensing Board. UF TREEO is an approved training provider. 

You can contact the Florida Board of Professional Regulation: Asbestos Licensing Unit directly for answering questions concerning the scope of working with asbestos in the State of Florida. http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/asbestos-contractors-and-consultants

 

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