12-12-2016 - NIOSH 582 - Sampling and Evaluating Airborne Asbestos Fibers - Nashville, TN
Training Provider: Resolution, Incorporated
Dates: MO Dec 12, TU Dec 13, WE Dec 14, TH Dec 15, FR Dec 16 from 8:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Nashville, TN
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Why Should You Take This NIOSH 582 - Sampling and Evaluating Airborne Asbestos Fibers course?
Federal and state regulations require specific training for personnel involved in asbestos management. This NIOSH 582 Equivalent course covers the OSHA and AHERA training and licensing requirements for Asbestos Air Monitors. Students will learn NIOSH-approved methods of collecting and evaluating airborne asbestos samples in occupational settings.
Please Note: This course includes statistics and sampling-related mathematics, calibration of air sampling equipment, and set-up and use of the phase contrast microscope. It is helpful if students have a good background in basic algebra and the ability to use a calculator with square and square-root functions. Hands-on exercises complement the practical instruction on asbestos air sample analysis. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a certificate that may be used for licensing purposes.
Who Should Attend This Course?
Microscopists, air sampling technicians, and industrial hygienists whose jobs include sampling and analyzing for asbestos fibers, fiberglass and man-made mineral fibers will benefit most from this course. This course is OSHA approved for asbestos abatement training. This course requires notification to state regulatory authorities and may be used for licensing as an asbestos abatement professional.
Topics To Be Covered Include:
- Federal, State, and Local Regulations Related to Air Monitoring
- Overview of NIOSH Method #7400 and OSHA Reference Method
- Characteristics and Uses of Asbestos Fibers
- Health Hazards of Asbestos Exposure
- PCM vs. TEM Comparison
- PCM Microscope Components and Their Function
- Fibercounting Techniques
- Microscope Set-Up and Calibration
- Airflow Calibration
- Sample Collection Techniques
- Filter Mounting
- Asbestos Counting
Please Note: Students learn methods for the collection and quantitation of ambient air samples and personnel exposure. Students must pass the written final exam; complete in-class practical projects and quizzes; evaluate the required number of samples; and demonstrate proficiency in microscope alignment, calibration, and use.
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| Certificates | Same day as course completion or 1-3 days after course completion |
| Parking | Free parking available on site |
| Food | Snacks and drinks provided |
1101A Darbytown Drive, Nashville, TN 37207
MO Dec 12, TU Dec 13, WE Dec 14, TH Dec 15, FR Dec 16 from 8:00am to 5:00pm
Resolution, Inc. is a Nashville based environmental firm, specializing in consulting, laboratory and training services to the community, both public and private. Since 1986, we have served as consultants to the government municipalities, commercial, industrial, local administrations and homeowners. Our specialized staff is highly trained and regularly participates, both as students and trainers, in all environmental training courses. Our safety trainers have over 50 years of combined industry experience and we are certified in all Asbestos and Lead disciplines, as well as all EPA, OSHA, HAZWOPER, HAZMAT, AHERA, Confined Space Entry and Respiratory Protection safety courses. In addition to our in-house safety trainers, Resolution utilizes industry professionals to help us meet the needs of our clients. Resolution, Inc. holds State accreditation in our asbestos disciplines with the States of Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Georgia, Alabama and Arkansas. We hold reciprocity with the majority of all additional States. Additionally, Resolution holds State accreditation in our lead disciplines with the State of Tennessee and the State of Kentucky, and hold reciprocity with the majority of all additional States.
Questions? 954-400-0595
