Asbestos Awareness Training

Construction and maintenance professionals, including workers, supervisors, and safety officers, who may encounter asbestos on job sites and need to understand safe handling practices and the requirement for emergency procedures.

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1. To equip participants with knowledge in identifying asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) and understanding the associated health risks.
2. To ensure participants are aware of legal requirements and safe practices for handling, managing, and responding to asbestos-related incidents on-site.

1. Identify asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) commonly found in construction and understand the health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
2. Interpret relevant legislation and regulations related to asbestos management and apply these to workplace practices.
3. Conduct basic risk assessments to determine the presence of asbestos and follow appropriate procedures for safe handling.
4. Recognise and respond appropriately to asbestos emergencies, including immediate actions and contamination control.

• Introduction to Asbestos and Its Properties
• Relevant Legislation and Regulations
• Health Risks Associated with Asbestos Exposure
• Identification of Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs)
• Safe Handling and Risk Assessment Procedures
• Emergency Procedures and Asbestos Spill Response
• Case Studies and Practical Applications
• Summary and Key Takeaways
• Assessment and Q&A

Written assessment, 10 questions, 30 minutes to complete. Pass mark 8/10