Cal/OSHA Cadmium Safety

Online Training Certification Course

Title 8 CCR, Section 5207,1532

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This online certification course meets the requirements set forth by the Department of Safety and Health (DOSH), more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, for cadmium safety training in the state of California. The course contents include how workers may be exposed to cadmium, the symptoms of exposure, equipment that can isolate or remove the hazard from the workplace, and practices to reduce the likelihood of exposure.

Cadmium is a heavy metal that can be inhaled or swallowed. Cadmium exposure, even in small amounts, can result in kidney damage, lung damage, cancer, and even death. Workers who may be exposed to cadmium dust or fumes include those who work in drilling, blasting, sanding, incineration, recycling, demolition, and construction. Because overexposure to cadmium is preventable, workers must understand the applicable California regulations that govern their safety and the safety measures that prevent exposure.

This course is for:
Those most at risk for cadmium exposure work in shipyards, construction, waste management, and other general industries. Some work situations can expose workers to cadmium dust or fumes. Workers involved in demolition could be exposed to cadmium dust in paint or on metal components when blasting, drilling, or sanding.

Case Study: Five men were working on the top of a tower to take apart a frame of girders. One man was the burner, and the other four were steel erectors. While working, the men decided to take apart the structure by melting the cadmium-plated nuts, bolts, and washers. They were unaware of the toxicity of the cadmium. None of the men were wearing respirators, and they were in an enclosed environment lacking in ventilation. One of the men died and the other four were admitted to the hospital with symptoms ranging from gastrointestinal discomfort to difficult respiration and insomnia.

Key Takeaways: Being aware of cadmium sources and having appropriate protective equipment and ventilation is key in protecting yourself from cadmium poisoning. If the area had been properly ventilated and if the men had been wearing protective clothing and respirators, those safety measures could have prevented one man's death and four others from getting ill.

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Governing Regulations: California's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), more commonly known as Cal/OSHA, sets and enforces standards pertaining to cadmium exposure. Cadmium regulation can be found in Title 8 of California's Code of Regulations (CCR), Section 5207.

What You'll Learn

Introduction to Cadmium Safety Training

Key Terms
Sources of Cadmium
High Risk Jobs
Modes of Exposure
Exposure Statistics

Cadmium Exposure

Smoking
Symptoms of Cadmium Poisoning
Symptoms of Short-term Exposure
Symptoms of Long-term Exposure
Pregnant or Nursing Women, Babies, and Children
Applicable Regulations

Responsibilities

Employer Responsibilities
Competent Person
Training
Communication of Hazards
Permissible Exposure Levels (PEL)
Separate Engineering Control Airborne Limits (SECALs)
Exposure Assessment
Record Keeping
Written Compliance Program
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Medical Monitoring
Medical Surveillance
Initial Examination
Reassessment
Periodic Medical Examinations
Medical Examinations Due to Emergencies
Employee Exposure and Medical Records
Employee Responsibilities
Biological Monitoring Advisor

Preventative Measures and Best Practices

Mechanical Ventilation
Regulated Areas
Warning Labels for Cadmium
Hygiene Provisions
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory Protection
Respirator Components
Types of Respirators
Respirator Requirements for Cadmium Exposure
Best Practices

Summary

Additional Resources

Exam

It will take a MINIMUM of 2 hours to complete this online course. The student may log on and off as needed. A bookmark will be set so when they log back in they will return to where they left off.

We have no restrictions on how long a person takes to complete a course. Likewise, if you are purchasing for others, we have no time limit on assigning courses, so you can purchase a larger quantity than you currently need and take advantage of volume discounts.

Employers must provide training at the time of initial assignment to tasks where occupational exposure may take place. This online certification meets the initial training requirements. According to Title 8 CCR, retraining must be provided at least annually following the completion of initial training.

Each student will receive 0.2 CEUs (or 2 CMEs) from Compliance Training Online® for completing this course.