Level 2 Asbestos Awareness

Description

This qualification is aimed at employees who work in environments where they may disturb asbestos.

Attendees typically include:

labourers,

maintenance workers and

trades such as plumbers, electricians and decorators

Asbestos awareness training is ideally suited to anyone who may encounter asbestos containing materials during the course of their work.

The aim of this course is to introduce delegates to the hazards, risks and control measures associated with asbestos.

Contents

Introduction to asbestos awareness,

What is asbestos & properties?

History of asbestos,

Health issues – related to asbestos,

Common types of ACMs & uses,

Most at risk occupations,

Asbestos registers, Asbestos surveys,

Before starting work,

What to do if you discover asbestos,

Legislation.