The goal of this lesson is to improve the health and safety of employees by providing required training regarding the awareness of asbestos hazards.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the health effects associated with asbestos exposure, including the relationship between smoking and exposure to asbestos in the development of lung disease.
- Identify the control measures and appropriate actions to minimize the possibility of being exposed to or inhaling asbestos fibers.
- Identify his/her rights and responsibilities when working with asbestos-containing materials.
Applicable Regulation:
- 29 CFR 1910.1001 - Asbestos Standard for General Industry
- 29 CFR 1926.1101 - Asbestos Standard for the Construction Industry
