Asbestos
Designed for Class I & II workers. This course covers the basics of asbestos removal and control. It is a comprehensive four-day course, which follows the Model Accreditation Plan as outlined by EPA. Topics covered are personal protective equipment, health & safety, work practices, and state & federal regulations. Course includes extensive hands-on exercises.
32 hour course.
Asbestos Abatement Contractor/Supervisor
Designed for Class I & II Supervisors and Competent Persons. This course is designed for contractors and supervisors who will be managing abatement projects and supervising workers. It is a comprehensive five-day course which follows the Model Accreditation Plan which is outlined by the EPA. Topics include personal protective equipment, work practices, safety & health, state & federal regulations, legal & insurance considerations, and sampling procedures. Tabletop exercises include a "pre-bid walkthrough" utilizing specification books and blueprint. Course includes extensive hands-on exercises.
40 hour course
Operations & Maintenance
Designed for Class III repair and maintenance operations where Asbestos Containing Material is likely to be disturbed.
16 hour course.
Asbestos Building Inspector
This course covers techniques for inspection of ACM in buildings. Topics include identification procedures, building systems, air monitoring, inspection procedures and reports, legal considerations, and regulations.
24 hour course.
Air Sampling Professional: Niosh 582 Equivalency
This course is for those who will be collection and analyzing air samples. Topics include rules & regulations, air sampling procedures and laboratory technique. Students receive hands-on experience with sampling equipment and the phase contrast microscope.
4 day course.
Occupational Training Service, 12601 S. Springfield Ave., Alsip, IL 60803. Tel: 708-385-1325; Fax: 708-385-1751.