Asbestos <1% and Lead Work Practices Refresher
This course refreshes learners’ knowledge of procedures to reduce exposure to wallboard systems containing <1% asbestos and/or lead-containing materials during disturbance or cleanup. It covers types of regulated materials, health impacts, work practices, personal protective equipment, and waste disposal. This course addresses PCB regulations but not removal. Abatement or cleanup of other asbestos-containing materials is not included.
To schedule training, please email our training office.
Accommodations and language services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations to individuals who need them.
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To request a disability accommodation, please contact the UW Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (V), 206-543-6452(TTY), or email at dso@uw.edu.
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To request safety training in a language other than English, please contact EH&S training at ehstrain@uw.edu and notify your supervisor. EH&S will work with you and your supervisor to arrange for interpretation or translation services.
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For other accommodation requests, please contact EH&S Training at ehstrain@uw.edu.
This refresher is required annually for employees who perform maintenance and alterations work on building materials that contain lead or <1% asbestos.