Overview

Any building or workplace built or refurbished before 2000 may have asbestos in it, if you own or manage a premise where people work the law requires an assessment of asbestos to be undertaken. Over twenty tradesmen die every week from asbestos related illness, it is important to ensure that you are not putting your employees or contractors at risk from potential exposure to asbestos. It is important not only as the Duty Holder, but also as an employee or contractor to understand the potential hazards associated with asbestos and attached levels of risk. This is why you need to consider our Asbestos Awareness Course.

This e – learning module provides the essential requirements of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, it identifies Duty Holders responsibilities in addition to the practical application of managing asbestos in the work place.

This module provides a systematic approach with the identification of what your responsibilities are, and what is required to assist you manage asbestos within your premise.

The consequences of not providing suitable training can be disastrous in terms of human suffering, legal costs and business interruption. This is why more and more businesses are using e-learning to easily communicate the essential knowledge required when it comes to the management of asbestos. We are the trusted e-learning provider to a wide range of companies and organisations from SMEs through to national brands and UK government agencies who all love the ease-of-use of our online training courses. E-learning is fast to deploy and all learners can be tracked through our intuitive learning management system

Objectives

By the end of this course you will have learned about:

• Know what is required to demonstrate statutory compliance with the legislation
• Have a basic knowledge of the different types and typical locations of asbestos
• Understand employers & employees responsibilities, including the role of Duty Holders
• Identify what is required to effectively identify and manage asbestos

Who should complete this course

The course is designed for all employees with little or no knowledge of Asbestos awareness issues, so is ideal for induction and refresher training.