Asbestos Awareness Interactive Online E-learning Course
Any building or workplace built or refurbished before 2000 may have asbestos in it. If you own or manage a premises where people work, the law requires an assessment of asbestos to be undertaken. Over twenty tradesmen die every week from asbestos related illness, it is important to ensure that you are not putting your employees or contractors at risk from potential exposure to asbestos. It is important not only as the Duty Holder, but also as an employee or contractor to understand the potential hazards associated with asbestos and attached levels of risk.
This e–learning module provides the essential requirements of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. It identifies Duty Holders responsibilities in addition to the practical application of managing asbestos in the workplace.
This module provides a systematic approach with the identification of what your responsibilities are, and what is required to assist you manage asbestos within your premises.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will have learned about:
- Know what is required to demonstrate statutory compliance with the legislation
- Have a basic knowledge of the different types and typical locations of asbestos
- Understand employers & employees responsibilities, including the role of Duty Holders
- Identify what is required to effectively identify and manage asbestos
Who Should Complete This Course
The course is designed for all employees with little or no knowledge of Asbestos awareness issues, so is ideal for induction and refresher training.
- Prior Learning? – None required
- Pre Course learning? – None required
- Certification – All learners who successfully complete the module will be issued with a certificate of learning
- Duration – Approximately 30 minutes
Course Content
- Introduction
- Identification
- History
- Use In The United Kingdom
- Likely Locations
- Asbestos In The Home
- Health Risks From Asbestos
- Routes Of Entry
- Who Is At Risk Of Exposure
- Legislation
- Duties
- Asbestos Surveys
- Assessing The Risks
- Management Options
- Licenced Work With Asbestos
- Asbestos Waste
- Emergency Arrangements
- What Should Someone Do If Exposed?
- Summary
- Further Information
- Multiple choice questions