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Management of asbestos

Course topics include

Introduction to Asbestos

Understanding Asbestos

What is asbestos, where it comes from, types and uses

Building materials that may contain asbestos

Risk factor of different asbestos containing materials

Likely locations and identification

Health Hazards

The effects of asbestos on the respiratory system

Cumulative exposure to asbestos

An overview of the Health & Safety at Work Act

The Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations

Approved Codes of Practice

Current Health & Safety Guidance – Asbestos Essentials

Asbestos Task Manual

Action Levels and Control Limits

Working Safely with Asbestos Insulating Board and Asbestos Cement

Drilling holes in asbestos insulation board

Removal of a single asbestos insulating board ceiling tile

Removal of a door with asbestos insulating board fireproofing

Cleaning light fittings attached to asbestos insulating board

Painting undamaged asbestos insulating board

Enclosing undamaged asbestos materials to prevent impact damage

Drilling holes in asbestos cement and other highly bonded materials

Removal of compressed asbestos fibre gaskets and asbestos rope seals

Respiratory protective equipment and personal protective equipment for
work with asbestos insulating boards and asbestos cement.

Personal decontamination and hygiene facilities.

Waste regulations and safe waste disposal.

Outcome

On satisfactory completion a Certificate of Attendance will be awarded

Dates

I day (to be arranged)

Cost

£650 for course plus £10 per person plus VAT up to a maximum of 6 delegates. Price includes registration, certification, course handouts, buffet lunch and refreshments.

For more information, or to book course places, please contact us.