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
# | Date | Time | Venue | Trainer | |
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1 | Wed 22 Apr 2020 09:00 - 12:30 | 09:00 - 12:30 | Greenwich House, Minsk Room | map | Thames Laboratories |
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
Booking / availability