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Asbestos Awareness training is legally required for workers and supervisors who may be exposed to asbestos containing materials (ACMs) during their work but is not required to work with or remove asbestos. This training is designed to provide information on how to avoid work that may disturb asbestos. If a worker is planning on carrying out work that will disturb asbestos, further training will be required in addition to asbestos awareness. Successful completion of the course will demonstrate a basic awareness of asbestos and compliance with Regulation 10 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations. 2012.

Who needs this qualification?
Asbestos Awareness training is designed for employees whose work could expose them to asbestos. The training is also useful for anyone requiring a better understanding of the basic elements of asbestos and is a good ‘stepping stone’ to more in-depth courses.

Occupations that may require asbestos awareness training include (but are not limited to):
Construction workers
Demolition workers
Roofers
Heating engineers
Plasterers
Carpenters
Plumbers
Painters and decorators

Why is this training important?
Asbestos Awareness training helps promote a safe work environment and enables participants to recognise and report potential hazards, ensuring that appropriate precautions are taken to prevent exposure and protect workers’ health.

We run these courses online and face-to-face.
Live Online:
10th January 2025
14th March 2025
16th May 2025
4th July 2025
22nd September 2025
21st November 2025

Face to Face:
14th February 2025
14th May 2025
11th August 2025
19th November 2025
The Heaton Centre, Stockport SK4 3LD
(9am - 12.30pm)

We can also run these courses inhouse. Please complete the enquiry form, or apply, for more info.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of the course, learners will have:

An understanding of the legislation relating to asbestos
An understanding of how asbestos can damage your health
Knowledge on how to decipher the types, uses and likely occurrences of asbestos
An understanding of the use of Management Plans to prevent asbestos fibre disturbance
Knowledge of emergency procedures

Certificated by: IATP or UKATA
Duration: Half Day
Assessment: Multiple choice exam
Prerequisites: None
Validity of award: 1 year
Learner-to-trainer ratio: Maximum 15 learners per trainer
Delivery formats available: Face-to-face / Live online

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