Ensuring Worker Safety and Health First and foremost, HAZWOPER standards are about safeguarding those on the frontline. Workers who are potentially exposed to hazardous substances, including those involved in hazardous waste site cleanups and emergency response, face significant risks. HAZWOPER provides a comprehensive framework to mitigate these dangers, ensuring a...
CDPH 2024 Lead Exam Dates Now Available
CPS HR Consulting has released the 2024 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention exams for the following: Inspector/Assessor Supervisor Project Monitor The future exam dates are: 11/11/2023 - 11/19/2023 - Registration deadline 10/20/2023 02/17/2024 - 02/25/2024 - Registration deadline 01/26/2024 05/11/2024 - 05/19/2024 - Registration deadline 04/19/2024 How to Register Select the...
Final California CAC/CSST Exam Dates for 2023 and Exam Dates for 2024
The Asbestos Consultant and Site Surveillance Technician Certification Examinations are currently administered online by a third-party vendor, CPS HR. Applications are processed in the order they are received, and admission to an exam depends on meeting all application requirements and the availability of exam slots. You must email in your...
The Evolution of RRP Legislation in California: Change is on the Horizon – What You Need to Know
The CDPH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch (Branch) is set to conduct the first significant update to the existing Title 17 lead-based paint regulations of the California Code of Regulations since 2008. Part of this update will harmonize new RRP regulations with the existing Title 17 lead-based paint regulations. Additionally,...
Understanding the Critical Importance of Asbestos Awareness Training
Asbestos, a fibrous mineral once extensively utilized for its heat resistance and insulating properties, has left a lasting legacy on human health and safety. Consequently, Asbestos Awareness Training has emerged as a pivotal tool for mitigating its harmful impact. This training imparts essential knowledge about the risks and precautions tied...
Obtaining Asbestos Abatement Certification in California
Introduction Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral once extensively used in construction materials, poses severe health risks such as lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Recognizing these dangers, California strictly regulates asbestos-related work, making it illegal to handle asbestos-containing materials without proper certification. This blog post aims to provide valuable information on...
Understanding California’s Sexual Harassment Training Requirements
Introduction: California has implemented mandatory sexual harassment prevention training for all employees in an effort to create a safe and respectful workplace environment. It is crucial for employers to understand these training requirements and ensure compliance. This article will provide an overview of California's sexual harassment training law, answer frequently...
California Lead Regulatory Reminder and Notice of Grace Period
Dear Certified Lead Professionals and Accredited Training Providers, The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) – Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch (CLPPB) is providing this notice in response to questions about the timing-related requirements for the lead-related construction certification refresher/continuing education (CE) course for certification renewal. These requirements are imposed...
Upcoming CAC/CSST Exam Dates Released
The State of California's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)'s applications are now open. The Asbestos Consultant and Site Surveillance Technician Certification Examinations are now given ONLINE. Applications are reviewed in the order that they are received. Admission to an exam is dependent on successful completion of all application requirements...
NATEC International, Inc. Expands Services Nationally with its Lead and Asbestos Training Programs
NATEC International, Inc, the accredited institution supplying comprehensive asbestos-related and lead-related courses, is now launching national online and virtual programs to support and protect businesses and workers across the country. Based in California, where the offered training began, NATEC International Inc. now looks forward to adding value and safety to...