Digital Learning

Asbestos Awareness

2 hours

3 modules

Overview

This is a two-hour online training course and will provide you with a good understanding of what asbestos is and where you are likely to find it. It will explain how to protect yourself when you do find it.

The Wonder of Asbestos

What is so wonderful about asbestos?

It is a naturally occurring material
It is in abundance in the Earth’s crust
It is virtually indestructible
It is fibrous, so it can impart strength and resistance into other materials
It forms a very good barrier to the propagation of fire
It is an excellent insulator for heat and sound

So, why isn’t it used any longer?

It is responsible for the highest number of deaths associated with work activities
Approximately 250 people die each year as a result of an accident associated with work in the UK
Approximately 1,000 people die each year as a result of road traffic accidents associated with work in the UK
Approximately 3,500 people die each year as a result of exposure to asbestos fibres associated with work in the UK
Asbestos may not be used anymore in the UK but there is still a lot of it around and it is likely to remain that way for many years to come.

We all know what sheets of “Asbestos” look like so what is the problem?

Many common materials can be asbestos or can contain asbestos and they do not look like asbestos cement and are not easily recognisable.

NOTE: Regulation 10 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 requires every employer to provide suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training of a specified content to all of his employees who could be exposed to asbestos and those who supervise such employees. He must also provide retraining at suitable intervals.

IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENCE NOT TO COMPLY WITH THESE REGULATIONS.

Event programme

The online module covers:

What is asbestos?
Key dates
The properties of asbestos and the effects on health
The types of products or materials likely to contain asbestos
The operations which could result in asbestos exposure and the importance of preventive controls to minimize exposure
Safe work practices, control measures and protective equipment
Purpose, choice, limitations, proper use and maintenance of 9. respiratory protective equipment
Emergency procedures
Hygiene requirements
Decontamination procedures
Waste handling procedures
Medical examination requirements
The control limit and the need for air monitoring
Self Assessment

Intended audience

Construction workers
Health and Safety Officers/Managers
Risk Control Managers
Facility managers
Maintenance staff
Electricians
Plumbers
Farmworkers
Householders
Building Surveyors

Basically, everyone who can come into contact with it.

WHY?

Because asbestos-related diseases kill too many people (more people in the UK every year than do road accidents).

BRE has also created the YellowJacket SHEQ software to help manage safety and environmental risks.

£50.00 + VAT

Course Author(s)

Mike Jaggs

Associate Director, BRE Academy

Mike is a construction engineer with over 25 years of post-graduate experience. He has an MSc from University College London in Refurbishment and has expertise in sustainability, indoor air quality, radon and Building Regulations Part L, specifically airtightness and infrared thermography. He is qualified in delivering adult education and has experience of delivering a range of courses and qualifications.

Why train with BRE?

BRE has been the leading force in building performance and standards development for the built environment for over 100 years. We’re always innovating. Our in-house experts work with governments, academia and the world’s largest consultancies to create a more sustainable built environment and realise our vision of building a better world together. Our dedicated Academy facility is at the heart of the BRE campus and has welcomed thousands of learners. Train with the experts.