Are you responsible for protecting workers from hazardous silica exposure? Our comprehensive OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training course is specifically designed for individuals who need to understand and implement effective silica safety programs in construction industry settings. This comprehensive OSHA Silica Competent Person Training program equips learners with the knowledge and skills to ensure compliance with OSHA's strict silica standards, 29 CFR 1926.1153, and enables employers to protect their workers and avoid costly penalties.
Key topics covered in this OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training include the basics of silica and its various forms, OSHA regulations and employer responsibilities, the role of a Competent Person in assessing and controlling silica hazards, practical methods for monitoring exposure and using proper engineering and work practice controls, emergency response procedures and the correct use of PPE and respiratory protection.
Who Should Take This OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Construction supervisors and foremen,
- Safety managers and officers,
- Industrial hygienists,
- Team leads,
- Personnel designated as Competent Persons,
- Field engineers and maintenance personnel, and
- Anyone responsible for silica safety in the construction industry.
Benefits of Having a Competent Person on a Construction Site
- Reduced risk of silica-related illnesses.
- Improved workplace safety.
- Avoidance of costly OSHA citations.
- Enhanced employee morale and productivity.
Some of the benefits of HAZWOPER OSHA Online Training
You can take the final exam once you complete the required study time. Upon passing the final exam, you will receive an electronic OSHA Silica Competent Person Training certificate of course completion, which will be emailed to you immediately.
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- Email: info@HAZWOPER-OSHA.com
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- Local: (310) 498-0546
Our interactive Construction Silica Competent Person Training course adds more value for the learner by creating a two-way dialogue and enabling a personalized, user-focused experience from start to finish. We periodically update content and add new videos, graphics, and animations to make the user experience interesting, informative, and enjoyable while keeping the safety training course content fresh and as dynamic as possible.
Our OSHA Silica Competent Person Training course features clear and enthusiastic narration. We believe that presenting information in a conversational tone significantly enhances understanding and retention.
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Our OSHA Silica Standard Competent Person course can be taken entirely online. The material can be accessed anywhere, anytime from a computer, iPad®, iPhone®, or an Android® device of your choice. All you need is a fast internet connection and access to a web browser. All our training courses are built using HTML 5, making them more compatible with the browser on your smartphone or another mobile device such as a tablet.
Our cloud-based learning management system (LMS) tracks your progress, so you can seamlessly switch between different devices during your OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training without losing any progress. This means you can stop training in the middle of a lesson on your iPad® and resume your Silica Competent Person course on your iPhone® without missing a step.
As our safety training courses are self-paced, you can complete this training at your convenience, moving through training content as quickly or slowly as you like.
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Discover the Essentials of Silica Competent Person Training
Our OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training course provides essential knowledge for working in construction environments where exposure to respirable crystalline silica is a concern. The training meets and exceeds the regulatory requirements outlined in OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.1153 and emphasizes best practices for assessing silica exposure, implementing adequate silica engineering controls, and maintaining work practices that reduce silica risks, ensuring a safe and compliant worksite.
Course Objectives – Silica Competent Person Course
After completing the course, the learner will be able to:
- Define silica and distinguish between its crystalline and amorphous forms;
- Identify common construction materials and activities that generate respirable silica dust;
- Explain the health hazards of silica exposure, such as silicosis, lung cancer, and COPD;
- Interpret OSHA’s silica standard 29 CFR 1926.1153, focusing on Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL) and action levels;
- Describe employer responsibilities for silica hazard control;
- Differentiate between the roles of a Silica Competent Person and a Qualified Person in silica risk assessment;
- Conduct effective workplace exposure assessments using appropriate air monitoring techniques;
- Implement engineering controls and work practice controls to reduce silica dust exposure;
- Distinguish between OSHA Table 1 and task-specific controls to manage respirable crystalline silica on construction sites;
- Select, use, and maintain appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and NIOSH-approved respirators;
- Develop and enforce a comprehensive Silica Exposure Control Plan (ECP) as part of the Competent Person’s responsibilities;
- Recognize the symptoms of silica overexposure and apply proper emergency response procedures and first aid measures; and
- Maintain accurate recordkeeping and documentation to ensure ongoing compliance with OSHA standards.
OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training Course Syllabus
Our OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training course consists of 5 modules broken down into 14 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.
OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training: Introduction
Module 1: About Silica and Regulatory Compliance
This module covers the fundamentals of silica, key OSHA regulations, employer responsibilities, compliance requirements, and the critical role of a competent person in maintaining a safe work environment. Participants will gain insight into hazard communication, OSHA inspections, and the necessary steps to ensure regulatory compliance and worker protection.
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Silica
- Lesson 2: Regulatory Overview
- Lesson 3: Employer Responsibilities
- Lesson 4: OSHA Compliance and Inspections
- Lesson 5: Hazard Communication and Safety Data Sheet
- Lesson 6: Competent Person vs. Qualified Person
Module 2: Health Hazards and Preventive Measures
Here, we will focus on the health effects of silica exposure, highlighting both acute and chronic risks. It emphasizes the importance of medical surveillance and early detection of silica-related illnesses.
- Lesson 7: Health Effects of Silica Exposure
- Lesson 8: Silica Illness Awareness and Prevention
Module 3: Exposure Control Measures
This module covers essential strategies for controlling silica exposure in construction. Participants will learn how to apply OSHA Table 1 task-specific controls and implement alternative exposure control methods. Air monitoring procedures will be discussed to assess exposure levels and protect workers.
- Lesson 9: OSHA Table 1 and Task-Specific Controls
- Lesson 10: Engineering and Work Practices Control
- Lesson 11: Air Monitoring
Module 4: Personal Protective Equipment and Respiratory Protection
This module addresses the proper selection, use, and maintenance of PPE and respiratory protection to prevent silica exposure. It covers NIOSH-approved equipment and best practices to safeguard workers.
- Lesson 12: Personal Protective Equipment
- Lesson 13: Respiratory Protection
Module 5: Emergency Response
This module covers emergency response procedures and medical protocols for accidental releases and incidents involving respirable crystalline silica.
- Lesson 14: Emergency Procedures and Medical Response
Final Examination
Our OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training course is designed by OSHA-Certified Outreach Trainers and is updated and reviewed as soon as new requirements or regulations are issued by OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other regulatory agencies. This Construction Silica Competent Person Training course meets the compliance requirements of OSHA standard 29 CFR 1926.1153.
IACET-Accredited Trainer
The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) originated the Continuing Education Unit (CEU) and currently ensures that continuing education and training providers uphold high-quality standards by adhering to the ANSI/IACET Standard for Continuing Education and Training through a rigorous accreditation process.
HAZWOPER OSHA Training LLC, provider No. #5660391-1, is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). We adhere to the globally recognized ANSI/IACET Standard for excellence in instructional practices. This accreditation enables HAZWOPER OSHA Training to issue the IACET CEU, validating the quality of our educational offerings.
Those enrolled in this OSHA Silica Competent Person Training course will receive 0.8 CEUs.
Certification
Once the course is completed, you can download, save, or print your Course Completion Certificate in PDF format.
Training Requirements
There are no prerequisites for this course.
A Final Note
It is important to remember that attending a training course on its own will not make a worker competent. Competence is developed over time by implementing the knowledge acquired through a training course to on-the-job work processes. Therefore, you must receive additional on-site training from your employer in addition to this online course.
As an employer, do you want to train your employees as a team? Do your employees want to learn from a qualified instructor?
HAZWOPER OSHA offers customized group instructor-led training (ILT). We facilitate virtual/remote and in-person client-site training for groups of all sizes, led by OSHA-authorized trainers who guide individuals through the key topics of the Silica Competent Person course as specified in 29 CFR 1926.1153.
We can customize this OSHA Silica Standard Competent Person course with your workplace-specific requirements so you can quickly and efficiently meet your workplace safety and health training goals.
Virtual Instructor-Led Group Training
Rates for the virtual/remote group ILT training courses depend on the number of participants and changes required (if any) to the course content. To get a quote, email (info@hazwoper-osha.com) or call (1-866-429-6742) with the:
- Course(s) of your choice,
- Preferred date for scheduling the training, and
- Number of employees expected to be trained.
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In-Person Client-Site Instructor-Led Group Training
To get a quote for in-person client-site ILT group safety training, email (info@hazwoper-osha.com) or call (1-866-429-6742) with the following details:
- Course(s) of your choice,
- Preferred date(s) for the training,
- Location for the training, and
- Number of expected participants.
We will get you a quote within 24 Hours!
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- Enhances Safety Awareness: This course educates construction professionals on the risks of respirable crystalline silica and teaches effective methods for identifying and mitigating silica dust hazards.
- Ensures Regulatory Compliance: Aligned with 29 CFR 1926.1153, the course provides the essential guidelines and best practices required to meet regulatory standards and maintain a safe worksite.
- Improves Hazard Control: It offers practical strategies for exposure assessment, the implementation of engineering controls and work practices, and the proper use of PPE to minimize silica exposure on construction sites.
- OSHA Compliance: Our course aligns with the latest OSHA standards for respirable crystalline silica, ensuring your worksite meets all regulatory requirements.
- Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of silica hazards and control methods.
- Certification: Upon successful completion, receive a certificate demonstrating your competency as an OSHA Competent Person for Silica.
- Flexible Learning Options: Employers can choose from online, in-person, or virtual training formats to fit their employees' schedules and the organization’s preferred learning methodology.
However, retraining may be required more often in the following instances.
- Changes in the Workplace: If work processes, equipment, or control measures change, requiring different silica hazard management, retraining is necessary.
- New Tasks: When a Competent Person is assigned a new task with potential silica exposure, additional training focused on those specific hazards is needed.
- New Protective Measures/Equipment: The introduction of new protective equipment or control methods necessitates training on their proper use.
- Observed Deficiencies: If an employer has reason to believe a Competent Person lacks the necessary knowledge or skills, retraining is mandatory.
- Regulatory Updates: When OSHA and other regulatory bodies update or change regulation.
- Construction site supervisors and managers,
- Designated competent persons,
- Safety managers,
- Team leads,
- Trainers and safety consultants, and
- Field engineers and maintenance personnel.
Validity: The Construction Silica Competent Person Training course certificate is valid for three years.
Renewal: Competent Persons must renew/retake the course every three years to maintain compliance and stay current on best practices.
