Asbestos' high resistance to heat or fire has provided it with a history of many practical uses. The improper maintenance, removal or demolition of asbestos materials or products, though, can pose serious health problems. This course will enable participants to:

• Have a better understanding of asbestos
• Know the common types of asbestos
• Understand the classifications of asbestos
• Become familiar with the health risks of asbestos
• Be aware of the exposure risks
• Know common locations of asbestos
• Understand the general concepts of Type 1, 2, and 3 asbestos operations
• Be familiar with certain control measures
• Understand the asbestos work report and worker's registry, and
• Be aware of asbestos surveys/inventory in the workplace

*See also Recongizing Asbestos Hazards