Surveying & Sampling of Asbestos in Buildings

This course explores the knowledge and skills required to locate asbestos-containing materials in buildings. This course provides the key knowledge to reduce the risk of exposure.

Introduction and Legislative Requirements

• Legislative Requirements

Asbestos in Buildings

• Types and Uses of Asbestos in Buildings
• Surveys of Asbestos Containing Materials in Buildings

Risk Assessments and Management of Asbestos

• Risk Assessment of Asbestos Containing Materials in Buildings
• Management of Asbestos Containing Materials in Buildings

Bulk Sampling and Personal Decontamination

• Using Safety guidance
• Quality and quantity of information
• Sampling strategies
• Face fit testing
• Transit and decontamination procedures

Practical Work 

Pre-requisites

• Delegates should have a basic knowledge of asbestos surveying principles. 

Certification

• Delegates who successfully completes this course will receive an internationally recognized certificate.