Asbestos Awareness Training

This training will provide delegates with a basic knowledge of asbestos awareness, the risks and the legal requirements under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.

• General maintenance staff, electricians, heating, ventilation and telecommunications engineers and IT installers together with their supervisors (including cleaning supervisors) and laboratory managers
• College staff can make a provisional booking which will be confirmed 14 days ahead of the training date if places are available
• Further details regarding OHSS’ eligibility criteria are available

Number of sessions: 1

This course will include the following areas:

• What asbestos is
• Where it was used
• Examples within buildings
• Regulatory framework
• Explanation of the Regulations and where they apply
• Managing – surveys, risk assessment and the Asbestos Management Plan
• An overview of programmed removal or remediation works
• What to do in an emergency

Having attended the course delegates should:

• Understand the basic legal requirements in order to comply with CAR 2012
• Understand the health hazards and risks relating to asbestos exposure and what precautions need to be taken
• Have an insight into the types of asbestos containing materials, its usage and where it can be found in premises
• Have an understanding of the types of asbestos surveys and where they apply
• Know where to obtain information on asbestos in premises prior to commencing work
• What to do if suspicious materials are found
• Have a basic understanding of the process involved in remediation work

Presentations

College staff will be charged £30.00 per participant, see charging for further information

Delegates will receive a comprehensive training pack. Delegates who successfully complete the training will be issued with a UKATA Certificate.

One half day session

A number of times per year