Apprenticeship program resources: Harmful substances and hazardous materials
These resources are directly aligned to learning competencies defined by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) for various apprenticeable trades. For more information and resources on these topics, please visit the Health & Safety section of this website.
Click on the links below to access information on the key harmful substances and hazardous materials that carpenters may be exposed to on the jobsite.
Resources
Potential Sources of Asbestos in the Home
This image shows the potential sources of asbestos in a home.
Health Hazards of Asbestos
Describes the health hazards of asbestos.
Asbestos Removal
Illustrates where asbestos-containing materials were once commonly used in residential construction.
Asbestos in Construction: Workers
This video contrasts the naivete of a young worker in the construction industry and the experience of a worker who is dying from exposure to asbestos.
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