CPD - Awareness of Asbestos course syllabus.

Category: Asbestos

Level: Beginner

The Asbestos Awareness Training Course meets the expectations of the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2006 and ACOP (Approved Code of Practice) L143, this form of training is suitable for all employees whose work could foreseably expose them to asbestos (Regulation 10 Control of Asbestos At Work Regulations 2006).

The CPD Awareness of Asbestos course certificate has 1 year validity.

It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on CPD - Awareness of Asbestos refresher courses and their recommended frequency or the next step qualification.

The basic asbestos safety awareness training course is ideal for and tailored to the requirements of the following tradesmen, building contractors or developers who are involved in refurbishment, maintenance, repair and/or demolition.

Introduction to asbestos nature and origin

Types of asbestos

Properties and benefits (use of asbestos)

Health hazards

Possible locations of asbestos in buildings

Current legislation and guidance

Legal limitations on work liable to disturb asbestos

Working safely/duty holders responsibilities

Safe working in areas where asbestos is present

Safe and correct use of RPE/PPE (personal protective equipment)

Decontamination

Emergency procedures/accidental damage/general procedures

Self-assessment test

Structured CPD / active learning involves interactive and participation-based study. It is typically proactive and can include attending a training course, conference, workshop, seminar, lecture, e-learning course or CPD certified event. CPD active learning also applies to when professionals take career orientated exams and assessments.