Asbestos could be in the house or building you are working on right now. Left alone, it isn’t dangerous. However, once disturbed, tiny asbestos fibres are released which can prove lethal if breathed in, causing lung disease and cancer. If you don’t take the right precautions to protect yourself, you’re risking your life and your livelihood. It is now a legal requirement that all who may come across asbestos in their day-to-day work, should be provided with appropriate asbestos safety training.
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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fibre that was widely used in various industries due to its desirable properties. It is composed of thin, microscopic fibres that are durable, heat-resistant and have excellent insulating properties. Asbestos has been used in construction materials, such as insulation, roofing shingles, floor tiles, cement products, and automotive parts.
While asbestos has desirable qualities, it poses significant health risks when its fibres are released into the air and inhaled. Prolonged or repeated exposure to asbestos fibres can lead to serious respiratory diseases, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. As a result, its use has been restricted or banned in many countries to protect human health.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
Asbestos training refers to specialised educational programs designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely handle asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). These training programs aim to raise awareness about the health risks associated with asbestos exposure and teach learners how to identify, handle, and properly remove asbestos to prevent harm.
Take a look at the asbestos courses we offer:
Asbestos Awareness for Groundworkers
Asbestos Awareness for Groundworkers Refresher
Non-licensed Asbestos Work Refresher
Non-Licensed Asbestos Groundworker
Non-Licensed Asbestos Groundworker Refresher
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
Yes, asbestos training is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom for anyone who may come into contact with asbestos or asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) as part of their work. The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 sets out the legal requirements for asbestos training in the UK.
Under these regulations, employers have a duty to provide adequate training to employees who are likely to be exposed to asbestos during their work or who supervise such employees. The level of training required depends on the tasks individuals will be undertaking.
Asbestos awareness training is mandatory for employees whose work could foreseeably disturb asbestos-containing materials. This training ensures that employees understand the risks associated with asbestos, can recognise asbestos-containing materials, and know how to respond appropriately to avoid exposure.
For those involved in non-licensed asbestos work, additional training is required. This includes asbestos training for those involved in asbestos removal, encapsulation, and other related activities. The training must cover the specific techniques, procedures, and safety measures involved in working with asbestos.
It’s important to note that the specific requirements and regulations may evolve over time, so it is advisable to consult the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) or other authoritative sources for the most up-to-date information on asbestos training requirements in the UK.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
Asbestos training is typically required for individuals who work in industries where they may come into contact with asbestos or ACMs, such as construction, renovation, demolition, and maintenance. Employers, contractors, supervisors, and workers involved in these activities should receive asbestos training to ensure they understand the proper protocols and safety measures to protect themselves and others.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
We are an approved training organisation for both Independent Asbestos Training Providers (IATP) and UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA). For all our asbestos training courses, certification is provided by the relevant awarding body.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
Asbestos is a hazardous material that can cause serious health problems, including lung cancer and asbestos-related diseases. Adequate training is essential to ensure that workers are aware of the risks, understand how to protect themselves and others, and can perform work involving asbestos safely.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
At Ouch, we offer both face-to-face and live online asbestos training. Some courses such as Non-Licensed Asbestos Work can only be delivered face-to-face due to the practical elements involved.
To find out more, please visit our asbestos courses where the delivery formats available are stated under each course.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
Ensuring that the information, instructions, and training provided align with the tasks and responsibilities of each worker (including supervisors) is crucial. Conducting a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) can assist in pinpointing the necessary topics to be addressed, thereby ensuring that workers attain the requisite competence level to mitigate potential risks to themselves and others.
Asbestos Awareness is designed to provide information on how to avoid work that may disturb asbestos. It does not prepare workers to carryout work with any materials containing asbestos.
Non-licensed Asbestos Work is designed for those whose work will require them to disturb asbestos-containing materials.
Take a look at our Asbestos Courses to see which one would be most suitable for you.
You can read more information about asbestos in our Ultimate Guide to Asbestos.
