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Silica AwarenessOnline Training

This Silica Awareness course covers the risks of respirable crystalline silica exposure, long-term complications, safe work practices, and protective equipment to prevent harmful exposures. Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 and 29 CFR 1910.1053.

4.9 from 4,800+ learners
Individual Enrollment
$39.97one-time
Course Length
1.5 hr
  • Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 & 1910.1053
  • Unlimited free exam retakes
  • Instant Certificate of Completion
  • 90 days of course access, any device
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100% Online Training & Licensing
~90 Min Average Completion
Covers Silica Hazards & Controls
OSHA 1926.1153 & 1910.1053 Aligned
Unlimited Exam Attempts
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Course Overview

Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 and 1910.1053 for silica safety training.

Exposure to crystalline silica in the workplace can lead to severe health issues such as lung cancer, silicosis, and other chronic illnesses. This course will educate you on the dangers associated with inhaling silica dust, preventive measures to minimize exposure, and appropriate responses in case of exposure incidents.

Aligned with OSHA training standards, our Silica Awareness course comprehensively addresses exposure risks, control measures, utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE), and additional relevant topics. Each class contains intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare students for the final written exam.

Silica Hazard Recognition
Identify crystalline silica and recognize the materials and processes that can expose workers to harmful respirable silica dust.
Exposure Control Plans
Understand how to develop and implement exposure control plans, including Table 1 specified control methods.
PPE & Safe Work Practices
Learn to select, use, and maintain respiratory protection and other PPE designed to minimize silica exposure.
Medical Surveillance
Know the requirements for medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and appropriate first aid following silica exposure.
OSHA Standards Covered
  • 29 CFR 1926.1153 — Construction Silica
  • 29 CFR 1910.1053 — General Industry Silica
  • Appendix A — Medical Surveillance
  • Appendix B — Specified Controls / Table 1
  • General Duty Clause 5(a)(1)
  • OSH Act of 1970 / 29 CFR 1926.21
Who It's For

If silica dust is on your job site, this is your course.

This course is designed for employees and supervisors who work in environments where respirable crystalline silica may be present. It provides the foundation needed to recognize hazards, implement controls, and protect yourself and your crew.

Construction Workers
Concrete Cutters & Masons
Demolition Crews
Foundry Workers
Stone Countertop Fabricators
Abrasive Blasting Operators
Site Supervisors
Safety Coordinators
Stay Compliant

One training program. Nationwide compliance.

Our Silica Awareness course is aligned with OSHA's construction and general industry silica requirements in every state. We update the material as standards evolve — so your team stays compliant and current on the regulations that protect them.

4.8k+
Learners certified
98%
First-attempt pass rate
~90 min
Average completion
29 CFR 1926.1153
Construction industry respirable crystalline silica standard — Table 1 controls and exposure limits.
29 CFR 1910.1053
General industry respirable crystalline silica standard — hazard communication and controls.
Appendix A & B
Medical surveillance requirements and specified exposure control methods.
General Duty Clause
Employer obligation to furnish a workplace free from recognized silica hazards.
From the field

Trusted by the people doing the work.

4.9 average · 9,800+ reviews
"I cut and grind concrete every day. This course opened my eyes to how much silica I was actually breathing. Now I use wet methods and respirators religiously."
Carlos M.
Mason · Phoenix, AZ
"We needed documented silica training for our entire concrete crew. This course was comprehensive, affordable, and gave us certificates we can show OSHA inspectors."
Jennifer T.
Safety Manager · Denver, CO
"The exposure control plan section was exactly what we needed to update our site safety plan. Worth every penny for the peace of mind."
Derek H.
Demolition Foreman · Detroit, MI
"Our shop fabricates granite and quartz countertops. This training helped us understand Table 1 controls and when respiratory protection is required."
Lisa R.
Stone Fabricator · Raleigh, NC
"Affordable, mobile-friendly, and covers everything from hazard recognition to PPE selection. My crews knocked it out on their lunch breaks."
Robert K.
General Contractor · Austin, TX
"The medical surveillance and recordkeeping sections are detailed and practical. This is the best silica awareness course I've found for our workforce."
Angela P.
Safety Director · Seattle, WA
"Working underground with silica dust is no joke. This course taught me how to protect myself and my crew with proper controls and monitoring."
James W.
Tunnel Worker · Pittsburgh, PA
"I cut and grind concrete every day. This course opened my eyes to how much silica I was actually breathing. Now I use wet methods and respirators religiously."
Carlos M.
Mason · Phoenix, AZ
Frequently Asked

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Yes. The training is aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 (Respirable Crystalline Silica, Construction), 29 CFR 1910.1053 (Respirable Crystalline Silica, General Industry), and the General Duty Clause 5(a)(1). It covers Appendix A (Medical Surveillance) and Appendix B (Specified Exposure Control Methods / Table 1).

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