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Asbestos Handler Supervisor Certification

 
- General Information
- Links
- Prerequisites
- Process Steps
- Fees, Tax Rates, and Payment Information
- Additional Notes
- Contact Information
- Disclaimer
General information [back to top]  
Agency:
Environmental Protection, Department of (CITY)
Description:
An asbestos handler supervisor is an individual paid to direct and coordinate the removal, repair, or enclosure of asbestos-containing materials. The Asbestos Handler Supervisor Certification is issued to applicants who are specially trained at any of the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) approved training outlets, and certified by the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to perform this supervisory work.

NYSDOL and DEP issue Asbestos Handler Supervisor Certification in the form of photo identification cards. The DEP certificate is valid for two years, and the NYSDOL certificate is valid for one year only.

An individual may not engage in the supervision of workers on an asbestos project or in asbestos abatement activities unless that individual has the “Asbestos Handler Supervisor Certification” issued by NYSDOL and DEP.
Links [back to top]  
Prerequisites [back to top]  
1.  NYS DMV driver’s license, non-driver identification card, or the FS-6T receipt. Please check the link to Request for Photo Image from DMV under Links to Additional Information, above.
2.  Social Security Card
3.  Current NYSDOL and DEP issued asbestos license(s) and/or certificate(s).
4.  Two (2) identical passport type color photographs with a white background.
 
Process Steps [back to top]  
Steps to Apply Online:
  • No online process available
    •  
    Steps to Apply Offline:
    1.  Select a course to become an Asbestos Handler Supervisor from the list of Accredited NYS Asbestos Training Providers linked above under Links to Additional Information.
    2.  Register for and complete the course. Upon completion of the course, the applicant will receive a NYSDOH Certificate of Asbestos Safety Training for Asbestos Handler Supervisors.
    3.  Download and print the Asbestos Handler Supervisor application and Child Support Certification Form linked above. Please note that the Child Support Certification Form will need to be notarized.
    4.  Complete the application forms, and submit it with all of the documents listed above under Prerequisites, the Certificate issued by the NYSDOH training course, and the required fee, listed below.
    5.  Mail or hand-deliver all materials to the DEP address below under Contact Information.
    6.  Applicant will receive notification by mail confirming time and location to report for the certification examination. Please call DEP at the number below - under Contact Information if no confirmation is received within two weeks after submitting the application package.
    7.  Bring a photo ID card and appointment letter to the certification examination.
     
    Fees, Tax Rates, and Payment Information [back to top]  
    Fees:
  • Asbestos Handler Supervisor Application Fee: $100
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    Payment Types Accepted:
  • Personal Check (Made payable to the New York City Department of Environmental Protection)
  • Money Order (Made payable to the New York City Department of Environmental Protection)
    • Additional notes [back to top]  
    All applicants for an Asbestos Handler Supervisor Certification are required to submit a notarized Child Support Certification Form whether or not they have children.
     
    Contact Information [back to top]  
    Department of Environmental Protection
    59-17 Junction Boulevard
    Flushing, NY 11373
    For further assistance please call 311 and ask for: Asbestos Handler Supervisor Application
    Website: /html/dep/html/home/home.shtml
    Disclaimer [back to top]  
    This page provides general information only. The information does not address all relevant regulatory requirements of City, State or Federal Agencies, nor does it address requirements with which the business must comply on an ongoing basis. It is the business owner's responsibility to meet all City, State and Federal requirements. Failure to comply with all applicable laws and regulations may result in fines or in the suspension and/or revocation of licenses or permits, or other penalties as allowed by law.

    Please note that this information is not legal advice; you can only obtain legal advice from a lawyer. For more information or assistance, please contact the issuing Agency, using the contact information above, or call 311 (or 212-NEW-YORK if outside of New York City).
     


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