Asbestos Awareness

Working with asbestos can be a risky business, each year 3500 people die from asbestos related diseases, and the number is thought to be rising. This is why it is essential for those working in such conditions, to be made aware of the necessary precautions that need to be taken to avoid these risks. This course is packed with useful information on how to spot asbestos and the regulations and practices that have been put in place, to avoid asbestos related problems, and keep you safe in the workplace.

Outline of the day
  • History of asbestos
  • Hazards and recent prosecutions
  • Type of asbestos and locations where it can be found
  • Asbestos at Work Regulations
  • Approved Code of Practice on Asbestos
  • Sampling techniques
  • Personal Protective Equipment & Respiratory Protective Equipment
  • Contents of risk assessment and method statement
  • Content of Asbestos Health and safety plans

 
Completion Objectives
Each delegate will be required to participate in the production of a method statement and risk assessment relating to asbestos insulation board.
Who should attend?
Operatives, Supervisors, Management who are likely to come into contact with asbestos in connection with their work activity.
Duration?
Location?
Half Day

The Forum Business Centre,
Worcester Road,
Stourport-on-Severn,
Worcestershire,
DY13 9BZ.

Tel: 01299 878363
Fax: 01299 871768