Respirable Crystalline Silica

Pre-Course Information Sheet

Course: Respirable Crystalline Silica (Online)

Course Overview

This course provides participants with an understanding of the hazards associated with respirable crystalline silica and the measures necessary to prevent or minimize exposure. Participants will learn about silica-containing materials, health effects of exposure, exposure assessment methods, regulatory requirements, engineering controls, work practices, respiratory protection, and employer and employee responsibilities.

The course emphasizes practical exposure prevention strategies and compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements to reduce the risk of silica-related illnesses.

Delivery Method

Online / LMS-Based Asynchronous Learning

Participants may complete the course at their own pace within the allotted course access period.

Course Duration

1 Contact Hours

IACET CEUs Awarded

0.1 CEU

Technical Requirements

Participants must have:

• Reliable internet access
• Current web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari)
• Audio capability for course videos and PowerPoint
• Ability to view PDF documents
• Access to the TTI Learning Management System (LMS)

Recommendation:

• Desktop or laptop computer for optimal learning experience

Criteria for Earning IACET

To receive 0.1 IACET CEU, participants must:

• Complete all required course modules
• Complete all learning activities
• Successfully complete required assessments
• Achieving a minimum passing score of 80% on course assessments
• Complete the course evaluation

Learner Support

Technical assistance is available for LMS access and navigation issues.

For support, contact:

Phone: (817) 769-6275

Email: [email protected]

Accessibility Statement

TTI is committed to providing an accessible learning environment. Course materials include accessibility features such as:

• Accessible digital content
• Adjustable screen viewing options where available

Learners requiring accommodation should contact TTI prior to beginning the course.

Important Completion Information

Participants are encouraged to complete the course within the assigned enrollment period. Progress is automatically tracked within the LMS.

Failure to complete all required activities and assessments will result in no CEU award being issued.

Acknowledgment

By beginning this course, participants acknowledge that they have reviewed and understand the course requirements, learning outcomes, participation expectations, and CEU award criteria.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define respirable crystalline silica and identify common sources of exposure.
2. Recognize work activities that generate silica-containing dust.
3. Describe the health hazards associated with silica exposure, including silica-related diseases.
4. Explain routes of exposure and factors affecting exposure risk.
5. Identify applicable occupational exposure limits and regulatory requirements.
6. Describe methods used to assess employee exposure.
7. Apply the hierarchy of controls to silica exposure prevention.
8. Identify engineering controls and safe work practices used to reduce dust generation.
9. Explain respiratory protection requirements and limitations.
10. Recognize employee rights and employer responsibilities regarding silica exposure control.
11. Interpret silica hazard communication information, including labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
12. Demonstrate knowledge of workplace procedures for controlling silica exposure.

This course is intended for:

• Construction workers
• General industry employees
• Mining and quarry personnel
• Manufacturing employees
• Maintenance personnel
• Supervisors and managers
• Safety committee members
• Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals
• Any employee who may be exposed to respirable crystalline silica during work activities   

1 hour

Participants will have access to:

• Respirable Crystalline Silica Modules
• Final Assessment
• Course Evaluation

There are no formal prerequisites for this course.

Participants should:

• Possess basic workplace safety knowledge.
• Be capable of understanding written and verbal safety instructions.
• Be familiar with their work activities involving materials that may contain crystalline silica, if applicable.