Course Overview
This course provides the knowledge required to understand asbestos risks and the principles of managing asbestos safely within buildings. It covers how asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are identified, recorded, monitored and controlled, as well as the responsibilities of duty holders and those involved in property and facilities management.
Course Content
The course covers:
- Health and safety legislation
- Legal duties and responsibilities
- An introduction and historical overview of asbestos
- Types and properties of asbestos
- Health concerns associated with asbestos
- Asbestos risks, uses and location
- Safe working practices and safe systems of work
- Five Stages of Asbestos Management
- Arrangements for Safe Working
Who should attend
- Anyone who may encounter asbestos during their work activities
- Anyone requiring an understanding of asbestos management arrangements
Certification
· NETA Certificate (NETA certificates have an advised expiry of 3 years from date of issue)
Key Benefits
- Improves awareness of asbestos risks and health effects
- Helps organisations maintain safer buildings and reduce exposure risks
- Reduces the likelihood of accidental disturbance of asbestos
- Supports effective contractor control and planning of works
- Promotes compliance with legal responsibilities and best practice
Course details
Course code
Duration
Half a day
Where
NETA – Stockton
Course information
- No formal qualifications are required
- Reasonable understanding of spoken and written English
