Safe Management of Asbestos in Buildings Training Course
Increase your knowledge and protect yourself and fellow colleagues
All those who work in or with asbestos. This course is aimed at those
involved in the management of asbestos in buildings
and other facilities. It will enable an understanding of the problems
relating to asbestos bearing materials and a knowledge of the relevant
legislation. It will also emphasise the health risk posed by asbestos
and the methods used to identify, remove and replace it under controlled
conditions. The implications for managing asbestos in work are fully
discussed, the final session can address the clients in-house procedures
for asbestos management or deal with the process of asbestos in buildings
COURSE CONTENTS
Course Introduction
The nature of asbestos, sources type and uses
Typical uses of asbestos in construction materials.
Asbestos related health effects and diseases.
Legislative Framework
Overview with detailed study of the Asbestos (Licensing) Regulations
1983, (as amended), and the Control of Asbestos at Work
Regulations 2002.
Discussion
Lunch
Managing Asbestos in Workplace Buildings
The new Legislation and HSE Guidance
The Safe Management of Asbestos Removal
Projects
General Guidance
Discussion and close
