Silica Hazard Awareness Training
Training NYC
Protecting Your Health & Staying OSHA Compliant
Respirable Crystalline Silica is a silent killer. Protect your lungs and stay OSHA 1926.1153 Compliant with our 2-Hour DOB Training Connect verified course.
What is Crystalline Silica? Respirable Crystalline Silica?
Silica is a natural mineral found in concrete, mortar, brick, tile, stone, and sand.
When these materials are jackhammered, sawn, or blasted, they release tiny particles that travel deep into the lungs, causing permanent damage.
The Health Risks: Silicosis Prevention
Silicosis is a progressive and incurable lung disease. Over time, the dust causes scar tissue to form in the lungs.
OSHA 1926.1153 Compliance: The Rules You Must Know
OSHA's standard for construction requires employers to protect workers from silica exposure.
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) Training
OSHA set a PEL of 50 micrograms of silica per cubic meter of air, averaged over an 8-hour day.
If exposure exceeds the Action Level of 25 micrograms per cubic meter, employers must implement specific protective measures.
Understanding OSHA Table 1 Tasks
Table 1 is a list of 18 common construction tasks and their required dust control methods (e.g., wet methods for saws, HEPA vacuums for jackhammers).
The Written Exposure Control Plan (ECP)
Every employer must have an ECP documenting tasks, engineering controls, housekeeping, and restricted access zones.
The Role of the Competent Person
Each job site must have a Competent Person authorized to stop work if silica hazards are not managed.
Learn How to Identify Silica Hazards ProperlyDOB Training Connect Verified
Your 2-hour Silica Hazard Awareness credit is instantly synced with your digital SST Card profile for seamless job site verification.
Instant Verification
No more carrying around paper certificates that get lost or worn.
Audit-Proof
When a DOB inspector scans your QR code, your Silica Awareness status appears immediately.
Seamless Integration
This course is a vital part of our beginner 5-card program, ensuring you have a complete safety profile.
PPE & Respiratory Protection NYC
While engineering controls are the first line of defense, respirators are sometimes required. We teach fit testing, N95/Half-Mask selection, and medical surveillance rules.
Your Silica Certification Partner
Fast Track Training & Learning Group Inc. is a Latino-owned, DOB-approved training center that understands the unique needs of the NYC workforce. We don't just teach from a book; we teach from experience.
Part of Our 5-Card Program for Beginners
Silica Hazard Awareness is one of the five essential cards every new NYC construction worker should have. By bundling this with your OSHA 30, SST Card, Scaffold User, and Flagger training, you position yourself as a top-tier, safety-conscious professional ready for any project in the city.
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While OSHA does not set a hard expiration date, most NYC contractors and the DOB require workers to refresh their awareness training every 3 to 4 years to stay current with new Exposure Control Plan updates.
While not one of the "prescribed" 8-hour courses, Silica Awareness is a highly recommended elective that many site managers require before allowing you to perform masonry or concrete work.
The Action Level is 25 micrograms per cubic meter. If dust levels reach this point, your employer must begin air monitoring and medical surveillance.
Breathe Easy on the Job Site With Our Help
Silica dust doesn't have to be a death sentence. With the right training and the proper use of OSHA Table 1 controls, you can work with concrete and stone safely for decades. Join the thousands of NYC workers who have trusted Fast Track Training to protect their lungs and careers.