Asbestos Awareness

AIMS: The object of this course is to help employees appreciate the risks and problems associated with working areas where asbestos may be present.

• Health & Safety risks of asbestos
• Personal Protective Equipment care and use
• Anticipation of asbestos problems
• Identification of possible asbestos content in various materials
• Probable location of hidden asbestos material
• Handling of possible asbestos materials
• Requirements for positive or negative identification
• Isolation of possible exposed areas
• Requirements for licensed removal experts
• Disposal of waste products

BY THE END OF THE COURSE delegates will have a understanding of the dangers of asbestos, and what precautions and procedures to follow when coming into contact with asbestos, creating a safer environment.