Asbestos Awareness Diploma

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£ 9 £ 425 VAT inc.

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  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    5h

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

Asbestos Awareness Training is designed to provide essential knowledge about asbestos, its risks, and safe working practices for anyone who may encounter asbestos-containing materials in their workplace. Asbestos remains a significant health hazard across many industries in the UK, particularly in older buildings, making awareness training vital for compliance, safety, and personal protection.

This online course explains what asbestos is, where it is commonly found, and why it poses serious health risks. Learners will develop a clear understanding of different types of asbestos, how exposure occurs, and the long-term health effects associated with inhaling asbestos fibres. The course also covers key legislation, employer and employee responsibilities, and practical steps to reduce the risk of accidental exposure.

Through structured and easy-to-follow modules, learners will gain the confidence to identify potential asbestos risks and respond appropriately in real-world situations. This training supports workplace safety awareness, regulatory understanding, and risk prevention across construction, maintenance, facilities management, and related sectors.

Whether you are starting a new role or refreshing your existing knowledge, this Asbestos Awareness Training course helps build essential safety awareness, strengthens compliance knowledge, and supports professional development in environments where asbestos may be present.

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About this course

Understand what asbestos is and why it is dangerous
Identify common asbestos-containing materials
Recognise health risks linked to asbestos exposure
Learn legal duties and workplace responsibilities
Understand how asbestos exposure occurs
Respond correctly to suspected asbestos presence
Improve workplace safety awareness

This Asbestos Awareness Training course is suitable for individuals working in environments where asbestos may be present, particularly in buildings constructed before the year 2000. It is ideal for professionals in construction, building maintenance, facilities management, property services, surveying, and refurbishment roles. The course is also relevant for electricians, plumbers, decorators, caretakers, and site supervisors who need a clear understanding of asbestos risks.

The training is equally valuable for employers, managers, and health and safety officers responsible for maintaining safe working environments and ensuring regulatory awareness. Learners seeking to improve their general health and safety knowledge or enhance their professional profile will also benefit from this course.

No prior experience is required, making it accessible to new entrants as well as experienced professionals looking to refresh their asbestos awareness knowledge in line with current workplace expectations.

There are no formal entry requirements for this Asbestos Awareness Training course. It is suitable for learners aged 16 and above who wish to develop their understanding of asbestos safety and workplace risk awareness. A basic standard of English is recommended to follow course materials, complete assessments, and understand key safety guidance. Basic numeracy and IT skills are also beneficial, as the course is delivered online and requires access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection. This course is designed to be inclusive and accessible for learners from a wide range of professional backgrounds.

Upon successful completion of the Asbestos Awareness Training, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This Asbestos Awareness Training course offers flexible, self-paced learning that fits around professional and personal commitments. Learners can study anytime, from anywhere, without fixed schedules. The course content is expert-designed to ensure clarity, accuracy, and relevance to modern workplace environments. Modules focus on practical knowledge that supports risk awareness, compliance understanding, and safer decision-making at work. Clear explanations and structured learning help learners build confidence quickly. On completion, learners gain valuable safety knowledge that enhances their CV and demonstrates a commitment to workplace health and safety standards across multiple industries.

This Asbestos Awareness Training course is designed to be accessible for beginners with no prior knowledge. The content is structured in clear, simple language, making complex safety topics easy to understand. Each module builds progressively, allowing learners to develop confidence as they move through the course. As the course is self-paced, learners can revisit materials as needed, making it suitable for both new learners and experienced professionals refreshing their knowledge.

Completing Asbestos Awareness Training demonstrates a strong understanding of workplace safety and regulatory awareness, which is highly valued across construction, maintenance, and property-related industries. It helps improve employability by showing commitment to health and safety standards. The skills gained can support safer working practices, reduce workplace risks, and strengthen professional credibility. This certification can add value to your CV and support career progression in safety-focused roles.

This course is delivered entirely online through a user-friendly learning platform. Learners can access course materials at any time using an internet-enabled device. There are no fixed class times, allowing you to study at your own pace. Assessments are completed online, and progress can be managed flexibly. This approach makes the course ideal for learners balancing work, training, and personal commitments.

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2019

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Subjects

  • Risk
  • Asbestos
  • Awareness
  • Asbestos Awareness
  • Health effects

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Course programme

Asbestos Awareness Training focuses on recognising asbestos-containing materials and understanding the risks associated with asbestos exposure. It covers where asbestos may be found, health effects, safe working practices, emergency procedures, and legal responsibilities, helping learners reduce risk, comply with regulations, and maintain safe working environments.

Course Curriculum

  • Module 01: Introduction to Asbestos
  • Module 02: Legal Framework
  • Module 03: Risk Assessment
  • Module 04: Asbestos Containing Materials
  • Module 05: Emergency Procedures
  • Mock Exam
  • Final Exam

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Asbestos Awareness Diploma

Special Emagister price

£ 9 £ 425 VAT inc.