Asbestos Awareness

Heat and chemical resistant, asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material once commonplace in the construction industry. Its import, supply and use have been banned in the UK since 1999, but it is still found in residential and commercial buildings and sites built pre-ban across the country.

Highly toxic when mishandled and disturbed, asbestos is a primary cause of Asbestosis and Mesothelioma - severe and long-term lung conditions resulting from inhaling asbestos fibres. With estimates in the millions of people disturbing asbestos regularly and without the critical knowledge to do so safely, it is essential to have access to high-quality training to work safely and avoid exposure.

This Citrus Certified Asbestos Awareness certification delivers the necessary skills, knowledge, and understanding of what asbestos is, the typical locations where it is found and how to work safely with it. It is specifically aimed at Supervisors and site-based and trades personnel working in residential and commercial builds, including maintenance, refurbishment and building work.

Course Outline

Classroom based with a mix of practical and theory-based exercises and tutorials, delegates will cover general knowledge and awareness of asbestos and ACMs. They will participate in practical activities to learn best practices and operating methods for handling asbestos appropriately.

The course reflects national standards and industry best practices and is fully accredited in line with regulations. In addition, choose to learn with Citrus, and delegates benefit from our custom-built training facilities and customer-first approach.
 
Our occupationally and technically-experienced trainers coach delegates on this course, completing the session with a multiple-choice exam. They must pass the assessment to qualify for the Citrus Asbestos Awareness accredited certificate and ID card, valid for three years.

Course Programme

This training is essential for workers to learn how to manage asbestos and ACMs safely and correctly. Delegates will review legal requirements, ensure safety compliance, and understand procedures, appropriate documentation and classifications.

The course content includes:

• What is Asbestos? - The main properties of asbestos and its effects on health.

• The types and likely occurrences of asbestos and asbestos-containing material in premises and plant

• General procedures to be followed in the event of the release of asbestos

• How to avoid the risks from asbestos.

On Completion

At the end of the training, successful delegates will:

• Understand what asbestos is

• Identify the different types of asbestos

• Understand and implement procedures to follow

• Confidently know how to avoid the risks of asbestos

On successfully completing the course, delegates receive their Citrus accredited certificate and ID card, valid for three years.

Who Should Attend?

This Citrus Asbestos Awareness certification is for Supervisors and site-based and trades personnel, including maintenance, refurbishment, and building work. The course will also benefit:

• Electricians

• Plumbers & Gas Fitters

• Painters

• Decorators

• Joiners

• Plasterers

• Demolition Workers

• Construction Workers

• Roofers

• Heating & Ventilation Engineers

• Telecommunication Engineers

• Burglar & Fire Alarm Installers

• Architects

• Building Surveyors

Course Duration

• This half-day course trains delegates to recognise and appreciate asbestos in the workplace.