Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
7471
Course Name
How To Work Safely With AC Pipe Overview
Contact Hours
3.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Rural Water Association
Primary Contact
Joel Jordan
jjordan@prwa.com
8143539302 Ext. 201
Website
Description
This course will discuss why Asbestos Cement (AC) Pipes found in municipal water and wastewater systems may pose a health risk to workers when the pipes are being disturbed during maintenance, repair and pipe removal activities. This program will present information on the types of asbestos found in AC Pipes, asbestos health effects, federal and state regulatory compliance and “do’s and do nots” when working on AC Pipes during emergencies and planned maintenance activities.
Course Level
Intermediate thru Advanced
Course Content
Physical Characteristics of Asbestos:
Health Effects
Federal and State Regulations
AC Pipe Work Practices
Final Visual Inspection Procedures
Course Review and Examination
Target Audience
Water and wastewater operators and other personnel that work on distribution or collection systems. Managers that oversee such work.
Training Format
Classroom