Asbestos Awareness online video course

3 points

65 minutes

100%

£35 + VAT

approved by IIRSM, Gatehouse Awards, CPD & IATP
Only 65 minutes

Asbestos Awareness online course description

Asbestos is probably the most dangerous building material ever used. Every year thousands of people fall ill and die because of exposure to asbestos and the construction industry widely used it right up until the year 2000.

The Control of Asbestos Regulations (CAR) apply to employers, employees, self-employed persons and duty holders and cover all work with asbestos-containing materials. Regulation 10 of CAR states that every employer must ensure that adequate information, instruction and training is given to employees who are liable to be exposed to asbestos. This includes maintenance workers and others who may come into contact with or disturb asbestos.

As well as informing candidates about the risks of working with asbestos, this Asbestos Awareness E-learning Course will deliver content to help them recognise asbestos-containing materials, make them aware of where it was used, including steps they can take to minimise the risks and discuss the legislation that applies to working with asbestos.

Asbestos Awareness online course Target audience

Construction workers, contractors, and tradespeople
Facility managers, maintenance staff, and building inspectors
Environmental health and safety professionals
Anyone who may encounter asbestos in their work environment

Asbestos Awareness online course objectives

By the end of this asbestos awareness training, participants will be able to:

Explain the history, health effects, and regulations surrounding asbestos exposure.
Recognize the different types of asbestos-containing materials and accurately identify their presence.
Implement effective engineering controls and work practices to minimize the risk of asbestos exposure.
Demonstrate proper decontamination, containment, and disposal procedures for asbestos-containing materials.
Maintain detailed records and documentation in compliance with OSHA's Asbestos Standard.
Train and educate co-workers on asbestos hazard identification and safe work practices.
Stay up-to-date on the latest OSHA regulations and industry best practices for asbestos awareness.
Assess asbestos-related risks and make informed decisions to protect worker health and safety.
Develop a comprehensive asbestos management plan for their workplace or job site.
Train other employees to become asbestos competent persons within their organization.