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Radiofrequency (RF) Awareness (OSHA)
The Radiofrequency (RF) Awareness (OSHA) is a safety instruction course designed to educate telecommunication workers and others in close proximity to RF emitters. The course curriculum covers a range of topics including RF terminology, emitters, detection tools, exposure, site safety, control measures, and personal protective equipment (PPE). This course satisfies the classroom training prerequisite for occupational safety and includes a proficiency checklist for employers to conduct practical evaluations. Upon completion, participants can download and print a certificate or wallet card as proof of their Radiofrequency (RF) Awareness training. Note: Only an employer has the authority to certify an employee. Certification prerequisites may vary by state or province. Please verify any additional local occupational training requirements.
The Radiofrequency (RF) Awareness course offered by us is in compliance with OSHA standards and fulfills the in-class training requirement stipulated by OSHA.
This course includes periodic practice quiz questions to prepare participants for the final written exam. Along with a written test, the course incorporates an employer checklist for conducting a practical exam as mandated by OSHA.
- Terminology
- RF Emitters
- Antennas
- RF Fields
- Detection Devices
- Exposure
- Exposure Limits
- RF Radiation Effects
- Emergency Response
- Site Safety
- Standard Operating Procedures
- RF Categories
- RF Safety Signs
- Controls
- Elimination & Substitution
- Engineering Controls
- Administrative Controls
- PPE
Course Goals:
- Understand the significance of RF radiation and its impact on you
- Equip you for working in proximity to RF radiation
- Ensure safe work practices on telecommunication towers or rooftops
Estimated Training Length: This training is tailored to individual learning pace, however, it is estimated to take between 2.5 and 3 hours.
Intended Audience:
- Employees
Prerequisites:
- None
CEUs:
- This course is equivalent to 0.3 CEUs.
- To earn CEUs, course completion and passing the final exam with a minimum score of 80% is compulsory.
Compliance:
While it is essential to familiarize yourself with all other relevant federal, state, and local standards, this training covers the following laws and regulations:
- 29 CFR 1910.97 - Occupational Health and Environmental Control
- 29 CFR 1910.147 - General Environmental Controls
- 29 CFR 1910.268 Special Industries – Telecommunications
- 29 CFR 1926.54 - Nonionizing Radiation
- 29 CFR 1926.29 - PPE
- 47 CFR 1.1307(b)
- 47 CFR 1.1310
- IEE Std C95.7 – 2014
- IEE Std C95.2 – 2018
- IEE Std C95.1 – 2019/Cor2-2020
- IEE Std C95.1 – 2019
Course topics:
- Terminology
- RF Emitters
- Detection Devices
- Exposure
- Site Safety
- Controls
- PPE
Approximately 120 minutes
A minimum score of 80% is required to pass this course, with two chances provided to clear the test.
A certificate will be available for download and print upon successful completion of the Radiofrequency (RF) Awareness course.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 120 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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