Mercury Awareness Training

IRWIN'S Safety offers a comprehensive Mercury Awareness Training course designed to educate individuals on the hazards associated with mercury exposure and the necessary safety precautions to mitigate these risks. This training is essential for employees performing demolition, construction, or renovation activities where mercury may be present, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Course Overview:

The Mercury Awareness Training course provides participants with an understanding of mercury's properties, potential health effects, and safe handling practices. The curriculum covers regulatory requirements, hazard identification, exposure limits, and emergency response procedures related to mercury.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will:

Understand the regulatory requirements for mercury exposure and ensure compliance with OSHA standards for general industry and construction.
Learn about the health risks associated with mercury exposure, including effects on the respiratory, nervous, and digestive systems.
Identify the exposure limits of mercury and describe the control measures used to limit and control the effects of mercury exposure.
Explain what to do in the event of mercury exposure or contamination.

Course Content:

The training includes:

Regulatory Compliance: Overview of OSHA standards for mercury exposure in general industry and construction.
Health Hazards: Detailed examination of the health risks associated with mercury exposure.
Exposure Limits: Identification of permissible exposure limits and guidelines for mercury.
Control Measures: Instruction on control measures to limit and control the effects of mercury exposure.
Emergency Response: Procedures to follow in the event of mercury exposure or contamination.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a Mercury Awareness Training certificate from IRWIN'S Safety, valid for three years