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Asbestos (Construction) Online Course

60 minutesENHazardous Materials & HAZWOPER29 CFR 1926.1101 - Asbestos (Construction)
Quick Answer

Asbestos (Construction) is a 60-minute online course that trains construction workers on OSHA's asbestos standard under 29 CFR 1926.1101, including identification, exposure controls, and safe work practices for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM). It is designed for construction workers, supervisors, and competent persons performing Class I through Class IV asbestos work, and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.

Course Overview

Asbestos remains one of the most dangerous substances construction workers encounter on the job. Despite decades of regulation, more than 1.3 million U.S. workers still face potential asbestos exposure, particularly during renovation, demolition, and maintenance of older structures. OSHA's construction asbestos standard, 29 CFR 1926.1101, imposes strict requirements on employers whose workers may disturb asbestos-containing materials - including air monitoring, medical surveillance, respiratory protection, and detailed recordkeeping. Violations carry penalties of up to $16,550 per serious citation and $165,514 for willful violations.

This course prepares your employees to recognize asbestos-containing materials on construction sites and follow OSHA-mandated work practices for each of the four classes of asbestos work. Your team will learn about permissible exposure limits (PEL of 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter over an 8-hour TWA), regulated area requirements, decontamination procedures, and the employer's obligation to provide medical surveillance. The course also covers proper use of personal protective equipment, hazard communication requirements, and waste disposal procedures specific to construction environments.

What You'll Learn

  • Identification of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM) in construction environments
  • OSHA's four classes of asbestos work (Class I through Class IV) and the specific requirements for each
  • Permissible exposure limits under 29 CFR 1926.1101 - the 8-hour TWA PEL of 0.1 f/cc and the 30-minute excursion limit of 1.0 f/cc
  • Regulated area establishment, demarcation, and access control requirements
  • Engineering controls and prohibited work practices, including restrictions on compressed air and dry sweeping
  • Respiratory protection selection and use for each class of asbestos work
  • Medical surveillance requirements, including pre-placement and periodic examinations
  • Proper decontamination procedures and asbestos waste disposal under OSHA and EPA regulations

Who Needs This Training

  • Construction workers performing renovation, demolition, or maintenance on pre-1980 buildings where ACM or PACM may be present
  • Site supervisors and project managers overseeing construction work in buildings with known or suspected asbestos
  • Designated competent persons responsible for asbestos hazard identification and control on construction sites
  • Maintenance and custodial workers who may contact asbestos-containing materials during routine building upkeep
  • General contractors who must verify asbestos contractor compliance as required by 29 CFR 1926.1101
  • Safety managers developing asbestos exposure control plans for construction operations

Regulatory Background

OSHA's asbestos standard for construction, 29 CFR 1926.1101, regulates all construction work where asbestos exposure may occur - including demolition, renovation, repair, and maintenance of structures containing asbestos. The standard establishes a permissible exposure limit of 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter averaged over an 8-hour work shift, with an excursion limit of 1.0 f/cc over any 30-minute period. Employers must designate a competent person for all covered worksites, establish regulated areas for Class I, II, and III work, and provide medical surveillance for workers exposed at or above the PEL or excursion limit. Training is required before initial assignment and annually thereafter, with content varying by class of work performed. Violations of the asbestos standard can result in penalties of up to $16,550 per serious violation and $165,514 for willful or repeated violations, and OSHA has historically pursued criminal referrals in cases of knowing exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Under 29 CFR 1926.1101, Class I work involves removal of thermal system insulation and surfacing ACM/PACM. Class II work covers removal of other ACM such as wallboard, floor tile, roofing, and siding shingles. Class III work includes repair and maintenance operations where ACM may be disturbed. Class IV work covers maintenance and custodial activities involving contact with ACM without disturbance, plus cleanup from Class I-III activities. Each class has progressively different requirements for engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and training.
OSHA's construction asbestos standard establishes two exposure limits. The 8-hour time-weighted average permissible exposure limit (TWA PEL) is 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter of air. The excursion limit is 1.0 fiber per cubic centimeter averaged over a 30-minute sampling period. Employers must conduct exposure monitoring to determine if workers are at or above either limit, and must implement engineering controls, respiratory protection, and medical surveillance when these thresholds are met or exceeded.
OSHA's asbestos standard requires training that covers recognition of asbestos hazards, health effects, exposure controls, and work practices appropriate to the class of work performed. Online training can satisfy the awareness and knowledge components of this requirement. However, employers must ensure that all training addresses site-specific hazards and that hands-on competency is verified where required. Class I and II work requires additional training beyond awareness-level content, including training for the designated competent person.
As of 2025, OSHA can impose penalties of up to $16,550 per serious violation and up to $165,514 per willful or repeated violation of the asbestos standard. Failure to abate a cited condition can result in penalties of up to $16,550 per day. In cases where employers knowingly expose workers to asbestos hazards, OSHA may refer the matter for criminal prosecution, which can result in fines and imprisonment.
Under 29 CFR 1926.1101, thermal system insulation and surfacing material found in buildings constructed no later than 1980 are classified as presumed asbestos-containing material (PACM). This presumption requires employers to treat these materials as if they contain asbestos unless the employer has the material tested and the results show asbestos content of 1% or less. Building and facility owners are required to communicate known or presumed asbestos locations to employers and employees working in or adjacent to the building.

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Employers managing asbestos risks on construction sites often pair this course with Respiratory Protection training to ensure workers are properly fitted and trained on the respirators required during asbestos work. Lead in Construction Safety is another common companion, as older buildings frequently contain both asbestos and lead-based materials, and OSHA enforces both standards during renovation and demolition inspections.

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10 - 24$27.96
25 - 49$25.16
50 - 99$17.50
Subtotal $34.95

Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.

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