UKATA Asbestos Awareness in Plymouth, Devon (Classroom)

UKATA Asbestos Awareness Training in Plymouth

Course Overview

Asbestos awareness is essential for those workers who could potentially come into contact with asbestos during their employment, no matter the sector or the specific job role.

This half day course covers what asbestos is, the main kinds of asbestos encountered in the UK, how asbestos can cause harm, factors that affect the chances of harm being caused, examples of where asbestos is found in the UK, how to reduce exposure risks, and what to do in an emergency.

Gain an understanding of:

• What is Asbestos?
• The three main types of Asbestos
• Health & Safety legislation
• The Control of Asbestos Regs. 2012
• Uses of Asbestos
• Where Asbestos is likely to be found
• Emergency procedures
• How the adverse effects are increased for smokers Importance of Risk Assessments
• Hierarchy of controls (ESEIP)
• Who is at risk and avoiding risk?
• Latency Period (Hidden Killer)
• PPE and RPE

Upon completion, candidates will receive a UKATA certificate, with a one year accreditation. To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the course before the expiry date.

Course Duration

Haf-day

Entry Requirements

This course has no pre-requisites. Please bring a form of photo identification on the day of your training course. Please also inform the Greenlight team of any allergies/preferences, as lunch will be provided.

Delivery Method

This course is delivered in a classroom in Plymouth, Devon, PL6 7SG

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