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How to become a licensed asbestos inspector, contractor, or worker in Montana. EPA AHERA/NESHAP compliance required. Total initial fees: $625-$1,575. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Asbestos Inspector / Contractor / Worker
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License Categories
$50
Inspector Fee
$25
Worker Fee
$75
Contractor Fee
Required
Annual Renewal
$625-$1,575
Total Initial Fees
All asbestos professionals must comply with these federal requirements regardless of state
VerifiedEPA AHERA
Accredited Training Required
EPA AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, 40 CFR Part 763 Subpart E) requires accredited training for all persons who inspect for asbestos in schools, develop management plans, or design abatement projects. Training must follow the EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP).
EPA NESHAP
Demolition/Renovation Regulated
EPA NESHAP (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants, 40 CFR Part 61 Subpart M) regulates the demolition and renovation of all structures containing asbestos. Requires proper notification, work practices, and disposal procedures.
OSHA Standards
PEL: 0.1 f/cc (8-hr TWA)
OSHA standards 29 CFR 1926.1101 (construction) and 29 CFR 1910.1001 (general industry) set permissible exposure limits (PEL: 0.1 f/cc 8-hr TWA), require exposure monitoring, medical surveillance, regulated areas, and worker training.
Accredited Training
Required
All asbestos workers must complete EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) compliant training
Medical Surveillance
Required
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 requires medical exams including chest X-rays and pulmonary function tests
Asbestos work is regulated at the federal level by EPA (AHERA and NESHAP) and OSHA. EPA AHERA requires accredited training for asbestos work in schools. EPA NESHAP regulates demolition and renovation projects involving asbestos. OSHA sets permissible exposure limits and requires medical surveillance, exposure monitoring, and worker protection. These requirements apply uniformly across all 50 states.
Montana offers 6 asbestos license categories
Mostly verifiedInspector
AvailableWorker / Handler
AvailableContractor / Supervisor
AvailableProject Monitor
AvailableManagement Planner
AvailableProject Designer
AvailableMost states license asbestos professionals in multiple categories based on the EPA Model Accreditation Plan (MAP). Each discipline requires separate training, examination, and licensing. Management Planner certification typically requires Inspector certification first. Training hours shown are the EPA MAP minimums; some states require additional hours.
EPA-Accredited Training & State Requirements
VerifiedInitial Training Hours
Inspector: 24 hrs (3 days), Worker: 32 hrs (4 days), Contractor/Supervisor: 40 hrs (5 days), Project Monitor: 24 hrs, Management Planner: 24 hrs (add-on to Inspector), Project Designer: 40 hrs
Refresher Training
8 hours annually for each discipline held
Refresher Interval
Annual (every 12 months from date of initial training or last refresher)
EPA MAP Compliant
Yes
All asbestos training must be provided by EPA-accredited training providers following the Model Accreditation Plan (MAP). Training covers asbestos identification, health effects, regulations, work practices, and safety procedures. Each discipline requires its own initial training course and annual 8-hour refresher. Training providers must administer a written exam at the end of each course.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Inspector License Fee State licensing fee for asbestos inspector | $50 |
Worker/Handler License Fee State licensing fee for asbestos worker/handler | $25 |
Contractor/Supervisor License Fee State licensing fee for asbestos contractor/supervisor | $75 |
Initial Training Course Cost for EPA-accredited initial training course; varies by discipline and provider | $600-$1,500 |
Annual Refresher Course Cost for annual 8-hour refresher course; varies by discipline and provider | $150-$400 |
Total Initial Fees Includes training course cost and state licensing fee for one discipline. Multiple disciplines increase total cost. | $625-$1,575 |
Renewal Requirements & Ongoing Obligations
Mostly verifiedAnnual
License Renewal
8 hrs/yr
Refresher Training
Required
Medical Surveillance
Medical Surveillance Details
Annual medical exam required per OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101, including chest X-ray (as frequently as medically appropriate) and pulmonary function test
Renewal Fee (per discipline)
$25
Regulatory Board
Asbestos licenses must be renewed annually. Renewal requires completion of an 8-hour refresher course for each discipline held. OSHA also requires ongoing medical surveillance including chest X-rays and pulmonary function tests. Failure to complete refresher training before the license expiration date may require retaking the full initial training course.
Montana DEQ oversees asbestos regulation. Libby, Montana was the site of one of the worst asbestos contamination events in US history from the W.R. Grace vermiculite mine.
All asbestos workers must complete EPA-accredited training following the Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) before performing any asbestos-related work.
OSHA requires medical surveillance for asbestos workers including chest X-rays and pulmonary function tests, both before initial exposure and annually thereafter.
EPA AHERA requires accredited professionals for all asbestos inspections, management planning, and abatement in school buildings (K-12).
EPA NESHAP requires proper notification to state/EPA before demolition or renovation of structures containing asbestos.
Annual 8-hour refresher training is required for each discipline to maintain certification.
Licensing in Montana is administered by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
There is no interstate compact for asbestos workers. EPA AHERA sets federal minimum training requirements; states may exceed.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Salary
#36 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers (SOC 47-4041)
Entry Level
N/A
25th percentile
Median
$44,200
-9% vs. national avg ($48,550)Experienced
N/A
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
Source: BLS OEWS - Hazardous Materials Removal Workers (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2022-2032
Projected Growth
+5%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
N/A
over 10 years
Annual Openings
N/A
per year (avg.)
N/A currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2022-2032 (September 2023)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
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Montana requires EPA-accredited training and state licensing for all asbestos professionals. The state follows federal EPA MAP training standards. OSHA medical surveillance is mandatory. Licensing is managed through the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority and the EPA.