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Silica Safety

Course Code: OSH 164

$29

This course develops employees' general awareness of the risks, regulatory requirements, and protections for workers exposed to substances and materials that contain silica under OSHA requirements for the construction industry (29 CFR 1926.1153).

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Learning Objectives & Training Topics

Key Learning Objectives
  • Define crystalline silica and identify work sites where workers may be exposed
  • Describe the hazards posed by silica dust and silica dust exposure 
  • Describe common routes of exposure to silica dust and subsequent health effects
  • Explain how workers and employers can prevent silica exposure through engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment
Training Topics
  • OSHA's 2016 Rule on respirable crystalline silica 
  • What is silica? 
  • What is respirable silica?
  • Options for compliance with the Respirable Silica Standard for Construction
  • Permissible exposure limit (PEL) for construction employees

Resources Included with Training

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  • Digital training workbooks
  • Interactive exercises and examples
  • Retention boosting knowledge checks
  • Certificate of Achievement (PDF)
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About The Online Training
Course code OSH 164
Duration 1 hour
Access time 90 days
Certificate issued? Yes

Training required by 
OSHA (29 CFR 1926.1153(i)(2))

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CEUs awarded 0.10
Lion Membership 3 months

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