Who Should Attend the Refresher Licensed Asbestos Supervisor Course?
This refresher training is intended for anyone who holds a New Licensed Asbestos Supervisor certificate or has previously completed refresher training within the last 12 months, and are due for annual refresher training.
Total Qual. Time : 1 Day
Max Delegates : 12 or 6 where training needs analysis has identified a requirement for practical training
The Aims of Refresher Asbestos Removal Supervisor Training
This training helps to provide the necessary revision and updates in knowledge, understanding and skills to those in a supervisory role, it will identify any changes in legislation and industry good practice, and will support ongoing maintenance of competence of the individuals who attend.
During this refresher training candidates will cover a variety of the topics detailed in the training needs analysis, additionally the tutor may add content based on the candidates requirements. Competency will be confirmed on the subject areas detailed below:
Recognise the types, uses and risks of asbestos containing materials
Recognise the health hazards of asbestos
Demonstrate a knowledge of Asbestos Related Legislation
Understand the requirements of site set up, maintenance and dismantling
Understand the requirements of controlled stripping techniques
Understand the requirements of respiratory protective equipment
Understand the requirements of personal protective equipment and clothing
Understand the requirements of transit procedures and decontamination
Understand the requirements of cleaning and clearance air testing
Understand the requirements of plant and equipment
Understand the requirements of waste management and disposal
Understand the requirements of emergency procedures
Recognise potential non-asbestos hazards associated with asbestos removal
Recognise common faults associated with asbestos removal
Understand the roles and responsibilities within an asbestos removal company
Recognise the need for site inspections and record-keeping
Understand the requirement for management systems and monitoring
Understand the requirements for risk assessments and plans of work
Understand correct decontamination and transit procedures
Understand use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment
Understand the construction of enclosures and airlocks
Understand the use of controlled stripping techniques
Below is a brief overview of the content of the training:
Identify the types, history of asbestos and the risks of emergency and remedial work
Asbestos related diseases and risks of emergency and remedial work
Asbestos related legislation and the duties of individuals
Requirements for site set up
Controlled Stripping techniques and the requirements
RPE and PPE
Transit and decontamination procedures
Air testing requirements
Waste management and disposal
Asbestos removal requirements
Record keeping and site inspections
Management systems and monitoring
Implement and monitor on the job training
Enclosures and airlocks
How Will Candidates Be Assessed?
At the end of each module a question and answer session will be held to ensure that the candidate has the necessary knowledge in order to progress, the tutor will continually assess the candidate and give them oral feedback on their progress.
At the end of the course, an invigilated closed book written examination will be completed by each candidate individually, the passing mark of this exam is 80%.
ACAD Card Information
For more information on what skill cards are available please see ACAD cards.
