Overview
‘There is no legal requirement to repeat a formal refresher awareness training course every 12 months. However, some form of refresher awareness should be given, as necessary’ CAR 2012 – ACoP (L143 second edition)
Asbestos Awareness training is legally required for anyone who may be exposed to asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) during their work and those that supervise their activities. Employees who have conducted initial awareness training within the previous prescribed time period (12-18 months) and can satisfy the requirements of the training needs analysis (TNA) are not required to attend a full asbestos awareness training course, however, it is advised that some form of refresher training is conducted.
Who needs this qualification?
Asbestos Awareness Refresher training is designed for employees whose work could expose them to asbestos and have a valid Asbestos Awareness certificate they need to refresh.
Occupations that may require Asbestos Awareness training include (but are not limited to):
Construction workers
Demolition workers
Roofers
Heating engineers
Plasterers
Carpenters
Plumbers
Painters and decorators
Why is this training important?
Asbestos Awareness training helps promote a safe work environment and enables participants to recognise and report potential hazards, ensuring that appropriate precautions are taken to prevent exposure and protect workers’ health.
Course content
Module 1a: History and properties of asbestos
Module 1b: Health effects of asbestos
Module 2: Types, uses and likely occurrences of ACMs
Module 3: Avoiding the risk of exposure
Module 4: Legislation
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, learners will have:
An understanding of the legislation relating to asbestos
An understanding of how asbestos can damage your health
Knowledge on how to decipher the types, uses and likely occurrences of asbestos
An understanding of the use of management plans to prevent asbestos fibre disturbance
Knowledge of emergency procedures
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