Additional training and certifications are required in Ohio to conduct asbestos inspections, bulk (material) sampling, and air sampling. Asbestos contractors and other organizations who want to have their personnel perform these activities will need to certify these individuals as Asbestos Hazard Evaluation Specialists.
It does not include information regarding medical monitoring, personal protective equipment, and other equipment needed for asbestos abatement. Insurance to perform asbestos abatement work is also usually required and more costly than regular general liability insurance.
The following certification and licensing costs are based on a company with 1 supervisor and 3 workers.
Item | Initial Cost Estimate | Annual Renewal Cost Estimate |
|---|---|---|
Personnel Training | $2,696 - $2,996 - Supervisor @ $749 - 3 Workers @ $649 - $749 | $826 - $916 - Supervisor @ $229 - 3 Workers @ $199 - $229 |
Ohio EPA Personnel Certifications | $350 - AHAS (Supervisor) $200 x 1 - AHAW (Workers) $50 x 3 | $350 - AHAS (Supervisor) $200 x 1 - AHAW (Workers) $50 x 3 |
Ohio EPA Asbestos Contractor License | $750 | $750 |
Contractor Compliance Program | $350 - Optional | None |
Totals | $3,796 - $4,446 - Based on 2023 fees | $1,926 - $2,016 - Based on 2023 fees |
The following costs are based on a company with 1 supervisor and a varying number of workers.
Item | Initial Cost Estimate | Annual Renewal Cost Estimate |
|---|---|---|
Personnel Training | Supervisor $749 x 1 - Workers are quoted as a group class | Supervisor $229 x 1 - Workers are quoted as a group class |
Ohio EPA Personnel Certifications | None | None |
Ohio EPA Asbestos Contractor License | None | None |
Contractor Compliance Program | None | None |
In order to conduct any sampling or perform pre-demolition asbestos surveys, any person involved in performing these is required to be an Asbestos Hazard Evaluation Specialist (AHES). An AHES needs to take 2 courses which are usually both offered during the same work week. These courses include the Asbestos Building Inspector (3-days) and the Asbestos Management Planner (2-days). Once both of these classes have been completed the individual can apply to the Ohio EPA to become an AHES.
Ohio EPA requires the asbestos abatement contractors initially applying for an Asbestos Contractor’s license to submit a written copy of their company’s Asbestos Abatement Compliance Program. This program includes asbestos work practices, medical monitoring, and a respiratory protection program. TSI is available to provide these 3 programs for you to include with your company’s application. By providing us the requested information and purchasing the program, we will provide you a pdf document for you to include with your submittal.
$350.00