Course
Management of Asbestos
$334.00
Taking part in this course can help you to protect yourself and others from the dangers of asbestos exposure. With an estimated 5000 annual deaths from past exposure, asbestos remains the top cause of work related deaths in the UK. This course is specifically designed for those in property or facilities management and contractors, teaching you how to identify asbestos risks and comply with the law, manage projects safely to avoid exposure, and respond in emergency situations. Gain the necessary skills and knowledge to protect yourself and others from the dangers of asbestos.
By the end of the course, you should be confident to put in place the right processes and procedures to safely complete projects.
Event Details
Course Delivery:
- Online Teams session, the links for which shall be provided 1 week prior the sessions initiation date.
Accordion Closed
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Objectives & Assessment
- Understand the different types of asbestos and associated risks
- Know the diseases caused by exposure
- Determine where asbestos is likely to be located in buildings
- Arrange and manage the appropriate surveys and records
- Write a policy and procedures for dealing with asbestos
- Assess risks to all parties posed by the type and condition of building materials containing asbestos
- Handle an emergency or asbestos ‘scare’
- Select and manage specialist contractors to carry out asbestos removal operations
- Recognise when to use air monitoring and bulk sampling services and be able to explain the results to others
- Interpret the law relating to asbestos in premises.
Suitability
This course will benefit not only those involved in Property or Facilities Management but also Managers and Directors of Contractors who carry out any work that may disturb the fabric of existing buildings.