OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training
- In accordance with Federal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1926.1153
- Ideal for personnel designated as a Competent Person by their employer
- Flexible, self-paced mobile learning module
- Get your official certificate as soon as you’re done
- Listen to the entire course read aloud
- SCORM-ready, on-demand digital, virtual instructor sessions, or on-site course offerings
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I found this course both practical and clear. It gave straightforward guidance on using protective gear and controlling silica dust. A useful training that helps me work more safely.
The training is well-organized and informative. It covers OSHA rules and silica dust risks in a way that's easy to understand. I now feel better equipped to manage safety on our worksite.
This course helped me understand the dangers of silica dust and taught me how to protect myself. The information was easy to follow and really makes a difference on the job.
This OSHA Competent Person for Silica Training course was exactly what our team needed. It clearly explained silica risks and gave simple, practical safety tips that we can use right away. I feel more confident managing job site safety now.
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Anyone who's spent time on a jobsite knows that crystalline silica shows up just about everywhere, and left unchecked it can lead to serious lung damage, silicosis, or even cancer. Our OSHA Silica Competent Person Training was created to equip site supervisors and appointed safety reps with the know-how to keep workers safe from harmful dust.
This self-paced online class meets OSHA's Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard for Construction (29 CFR 1926.1153) and walks you through spotting hazards, putting controls in place, and staying compliant from start to finish. Whether you run the crew, schedule the work, or wear the competent-person hat, the course helps lock in worker protection and keeps your site clear of costly citations.
Why Choose Our OSHA Competent Person for Silica Awareness Training?
Our program helps workers and companies meet key safety rules and cut the chances of falls and injuries. It sticks closely to OSHA rules in 29 CFR 1926.1053 and 29 CFR 1910.23, so you stay in step with federal requirements. Offered in a convenient online format, the course lets employees move through the material at their own speed from any connected device. Created by seasoned safety pros, the lessons mix everyday job stories with clear tips on spotting hazards, picking the right ladder, using it correctly, and keeping it in good shape.
At the end you receive a certificate that proves the training was done and supports any OSHA record-keeping. Whether you work on the floor or help run safety, this course gives you the skills and confidence to make your workplace safer for everyone.
What You Will Learn
- A clear picture of respirable crystalline silica and the places it hides on-site
- The health issues that come with breathing in silica and how they show up years later
- An overview of OSHAs silica standards and the knowledge Competent Persons must carry
- Simple ways to spot, track, and curb silica dangers before they escalate
- The role of engineering fixes and everyday safe habits in cutting exposure
- Choosing the right personal protective gear and wearing it correctly
- Steps for solid air sampling and practical, ongoing exposure checks
- Quick actions to take when a silica incident flares up on the job
- The duties and legal lines a Competent Person must not cross
- Proven tips for staying in lockstep with 29 CFR 1926.1153 year after year
Who Needs This Course?
This OSHA Silica Competent Person Training is aimed at:
- Construction supervisors and forepersons who set the pace
- Safety officers and managers who keep rules sharp
- Industrial hygienists and environmental engineers who study air quality
- Team leads and site coordinators who direct daily work
- Field engineers and facility maintenance staff who spot hazards on the move
- Any worker tagged as a Competent Person under OSHAs silica rule
- Anyone charged with rolling out or fine-tuning a silica safety program
Our OSHA Silica Competent Person class gives construction workers the core know-how they need to spot silica dust risks, curb exposure, and keep crews healthy on every site. Built around OSHA rule 29 CFR 1926.1153, the course tackles hands-on tactics for hazard checks, dust control, and staying in step with the law. Attendees walk away ready to put engineering fixes in place, back solid safety habits, and carry out the Competent Person duties that turn good plans into safer, fully compliant job sites.
Course Objectives
After completing the course, the learner will be able to:
- Clearly define silica and tell how crystalline and amorphous types differ.
- Spot common construction tasks and materials that kick up fine silica dust.
- Outline health problems tied to silica, from silicosis and lung cancer to COPD.
- Explain and apply OSHA's silica rule (29 CFR 1926.1153), including PELs and action levels.
- Describe what employers must do to find, control, and limit silica hazards.
- Tell how a Competent Person role differs from a Qualified Person role under OSHA.
- Carry out job-site exposure checks using reliable air-monitoring tools.
- Put effective engineering fixes and safe work habits in place to cut dust.
- Read, follow, and adapt controls listed in OSHA Table 1 for specific tasks.
- Select, fit, and use NIOSH-approved masks and other PPE properly.
- Write, update, and run a clear Silica Exposure Control Plan (ECP).
- Notice signs of overexposure and act quickly with emergency steps and first aid.
- Keep neat records and logs that prove ongoing compliance with OSHA rules. stops, and ensuring compliance with vehicle dimensions and weight restrictions.
OSHA Competent Person for Silica Awareness
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
Frequently Asked Questions
- Completing this course is crucial for the following reasons:
- Encourages Safety: It trains personnel to recognize hazards associated with respirable crystalline silica and exposure control measures.
- Helps With Compliance: OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1926.1153 is observed, thus assisting employers in fulfilling their legal obligations.
Fully Compliant with OSHA Standards: Fully aligned with OSHA’s silica regulations.
Experts Deliver Training: The people who teach the course have worked in those industries.
Certificate Granted: Completion indicates competency and this is verified through certification issued upon achieving all milestones set out.
Tailored Structure: The learning format may be online, in-person, or virtual sessions to optimize flexibility.
Yes, refresher training is always needed every three years. The following additional retraining criteria may apply:
- Changes to the processes or equipment used in the work.
- A different role with a possibility of silica exposure is undertaken.
- Changes protective measures or control strategies are implemented.
- The employer identifies gaps between expected and actual performance competencies.
- Relevant policies are changed by OSHA.
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