Respirable Crystalline Silica for Competent Person Construction Industry – 4 Hours
Michelle McIntyre, MPH, CIH, CSP one of GFA's Industrial Hygienists will provide 4 hours of training on the new OSHA Crystalline Silica Regulation which requires that companies who are required to comply with the regulation establish a "Silica Competent Person". Competency is established by training and authorization from the employer.
This course is designed for employees who will be designated by their employer as the silica competent person and who will be implementing the silica exposure control plan on the jobsites. This course is taught by a Board Certified Industrial Hygienist/Certified Safety Professional. The four-hour class will cover:
Identifying the materials, products and tasks that can create silica hazards
Reviewing safety data sheets and product information
Respirable crystalline silica health risks
The medical surveillance program
Proper personal protective equipment, and appropriate hygiene practices
Detailed review of OSHA regulation on respirable crystalline silica including the applicability of Table 1
The responsibilities of the competent person
Writing the Silica Exposure Control Plan
Other OSHA regulations that are impacted by silica requirements
Exposure Monitoring and reviewing laboratory data
Attendees will receive a certificate of training after attending the course which can be applied toward the competency requirement. Breakfast will be provided.
RSVP by January 25th, 2018
For additional information or if you have any questions, please contact Michelle McIntyre at mmcintyre@teamgfa.com or (941)374-8030