Identification and Awareness of Asbestos Containing Material

Competency Standard

11004NAT - Course in Identification and Awareness of Asbestos Containing Material

Prerequisites

Students must be able to speak and understand basic English to communicate to a level to perform their duties.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and discuss the legal requirements for safely managing and controlling asbestos containing materials in the construction industry

2. Access buildings and products for the risk of asbestos containing materials

3. Identify information and reporting processes when asbestos is identified or suspected

4. Identify incident response procedures when asbestos is identified or suspected

Course Objectives

To raise awareness among all workers in the construction industry about the risk of asbestos containing materials present in buildings and new imported building products and materials.