INSTRUCTIONS AND CLARIFICATION "APPLICATION TO CONDUCT ASBESTOS ACTIVITIES - INDIVIDUAL"
Refer to Chapter Rule 1200-01-20 for complete accreditation requirements:
http://www.state.tn.us/sos/rules/1200/1200-01/1200-01-20.20090623.pdf
REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
1)Complete all sections of the application in ink including the education and work sections;
2)Complete and attach ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION FOR ENTITLEMENTS ACT (EVEA) - Form CN-1497 and include legible copies (front and back) of valid identification documents (refer to "EVEA" Instructions);
3)Training Certificate(s) - First-time Tennessee applicant: From a Commissioner accredited training program, provide a current copy of an initial course completion certificate in the applied for discipline(s); OR refresher course completion certificate(s) from a Commissioner accredit- ed training program and refresher course completion certificate(s) from the previous year from a recognized training program.
Re-accreditation applicant: From a Commissioner accredited training program, provide a current copy of a refresher course completion certificate in the applied for discipline(s);
4)Documentation of education and/or work experience - First-time Tennessee applicant: Include copy of official academic transcripts or diploma as evidence of meeting the education requirements when applicable. Include resumes, letters of reference, or documentation of work experience as evidence of meeting the work experience requirements when applicable. Refer below to "INDIVIDUAL DISCIPLINE EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS" for additional guidance. Re-accreditation applicant: Complete all sections of the application including the education and work sections. Education and/or work experience documents are not required if applying for re-accreditation in the same discipline(s) within 60 days prior to or 30 days after the expiration date of the current accreditation;
5)Include a 2" x 2" color passport photo;
6)Include the appropriate fees for each discipline or attach a copy of the online payment receipt.
INDIVIDUAL DISCIPLINE EDUCATION AND/OR WORK REQUIREMENTS: (Attach supporting documentation to application.)
WORKER: A formal education and work experience are not required for this discipline. Complete all sections of the application including the education and work sections.
SUPERVISOR: A formal education is not required for this discipline. Must have one year experience as an accredited asbestos worker or have two years of experience in a related field (e.g., environmental remediation work, asbestos, lead) or in the building construction trades. Complete all sections of the application including the education and work sections.
PROJECT MONITOR: Currently hold credentials as a registered architect, certified industrial hygienist, licensed professional engineer and/or certification in a related engineering/health/environmental field (e.g., safety professional, environmental scientist); or a bachelor's de- gree and one year experience in a related field (e.g., asbestos, lead, environmental remediation work, or building construction); or an associ- ate's degree and two years experience in a related field (e.g., asbestos, lead, environmental remediation work, or building construction); or a high school diploma and four years experience in a related field (e.g., environmental remediation work, asbestos, lead) or in the building con- struction trades.
INSPECTOR: Have a high school diploma or the equivalent. Work experience not required for this discipline. Complete all sections of the application.
MANAGEMENT PLANNER: Currently hold credentials as a registered architect, certified industrial hygienist, licensed professional engi- neer and/or certification in a related engineering/health/environmental field (e.g., safety professional, environmental scientist); or a bachelor's degree and one year experience in a related field (e.g., asbestos, lead, or environmental remediation work or building construction); or an associate's degree and two years experience in a related field (e.g., asbestos, lead, or environmental remediation work or building construc- tion); or a high school diploma and four years experience in a related field (e.g., environmental remediation work, asbestos, lead) or in the building construction trades.
*First-time Tennessee applicant for Management Planner: From a Commissioner accredited training program, must also provide a current copy of an initial course completion certificate in the inspector discipline; OR from a Commissioner accredited training program, must provide a current copy of a refresher course completion certificate in the inspector discipline; and from an accredited training program, must also provide a copy of a course completion certificate from the previous year in the inspector discipline.
*Re-accreditation Management Planner applicant: From a Commissioner accredited asbestos training program, must provide a current copy of a refresher course completion certificate in the inspector discipline.
PROJECT DESIGNER: Currently hold credentials as a registered architect, certified industrial hygienist, licensed professional engineer and/or certification in a related engineering/health/environmental field (e.g., safety professional, environmental scientist); or a bachelor's de- gree and one year experience in a related field (e.g., asbestos, lead, environmental remediation work, or building construction); or an associ- ate's degree and two years experience in a related field (e.g., asbestos, lead, environmental remediation work, or building construction.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
When an applicant receives their Tennessee asbestos accreditation card, the application process is complete pursuant to Rule 1200-01-20, and the Individual may then conduct asbestos activities under the accredited discipline(s).
Accredited individuals are required to have their Tennessee asbestos accreditation card with them at the work site at all times.
Individuals should be aware that training requirements under the NESHAP and OSHA regulations may differ.
Local Education Agency (LEA) employees who receive accreditation with an LEA fee exemption can only use their credentials to conduct asbestos activities for the specific LEA named on the application.