Health Hazards in Construction
Course Overview
This course will help educate and make the construction manager/worker aware of some typical occupational health hazards and potential health effects that are associated with the construction trade industry. This half-day course is designed to give the student an overview of the basics of industrial hygiene, as well as health issues that may be encountered in the construction industry. Topics covered include lead, silica, cadmium, isocyanates, hexavalent chromium, and asbestos. Students will be able to recognize potential problems with exposures and how to protect themselves with the use of engineering controls and personal protective equipment.
Agenda:
- Industrial Hygiene Principles
- Asbestos
- Lead
- Cadmium
- Silica
- Isocyanates
- Carbon Monoxide
- Chromium VI
- Noise
Course Details
Format/Location:
Virtual via Zoom
Duration:
Half day
Date(s):
November 18, 2026
Time:
9:00am - 12:00pm
Cost:
$94.00
Prerequisite:
N/A
Instructor:
Jennifer Clark-Denson M.B.A
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