Asbestos Awareness

Course contents

• Introduction & Course Objectives
• Relevant legal requirements
• The properties of asbestos and its effects on health
• The types, uses and likely occurrence of asbestos and asbestos materials in structures and plant
• How to make suitable and sufficient assessments about the risk of exposure to asbestos
• How to avoid the risk of exposure to asbestos
• Safe work practices and control measures, including an explanation on the correct use of control measures, protective equipment and work methods
• Selection and appropriate use of protective equipment
• Waste handling procedures
• The general procedures to deal with an emergency, e.g. an uncontrolled release of asbestos dust into the workplace
• Q&A
• Conclude & Follow Up Process

Product Description

This half day Asbestos Awareness course will provide attendees with basic, general awareness of the dangers associated with asbestos and measures required to protect their safety. This awareness day, if required, would also give safe working knowledge of the appropriate actions to take upon encountering asbestos or for planned minor asbestos works.

Awarding Body: Optima Training & Consulting Ltd

National Framework of Qualifications Level: N/a

Certification: Optima Training & Consulting Ltd Certificate of Completion

Renewal: N/a

Entry Requirements:
Minimum age- 18 years old

Minimum English requirements: Leaners must be able to understand and convey the concepts contained in the programme content.

Assessment Details: Class Interaction

Cost Per Person:
The fee is inclusive of all training courseware materials, certificate of completion and 3 months after training support.

Progression Opportunities: Please see related courses

Protection for Enrolled Students: N/A

Should a course not proceed, any payment received will be refunded within 48 hours