SA007 – Asbestos Awareness Specification - Open Course

What is the SA007 Asbestos Awareness Open Course?

An open course is in a classroom in a face-to-face environment. These courses have regular dates available for anyone to book online or by phone.

On successful completion of the SA007 – Asbestos Awareness course, delegates will be able to identify the properties and types of asbestos and its effect on human health, how to avoid the risks from asbestos and how to comply with the relevant legislation. In addition, they will be able to determine the presence of regulated asbestos, procedures to follow in the event of an emergency and the relevant regulation for personal decontamination. Delegates will be taught when the need for specialist advice should be sought when presented with complex issues.

Who is the SA007 – Asbestos Awareness Specification training for?

The SA007 – Asbestos Awareness training course will provide delegates with the essential foundation in relevant matters of asbestos awareness. It is suitable for delegates who already work in the construction or utilities industries or delegates that want to work within the construction or utilities industries.

SA007 Asbestos Awareness - Open Course Key Information

Half-day course face-to-face in a classroom
Know prevention and control measures
Smart Awards Certificate valid for 3 years
Theory assessment with multiple-choice questions
Understand how to comply with the relevant legislation
Smart Awards Training accredited to the National Occupational Standard (NOS)

SA007 Asbestos Awareness Course Details

On receiving payment for your SA007 – Asbestos Awareness course, an email with your ‘course joining instructions’ is sent to you.

This document includes the following details:

Your chosen course date
Course start time at your chosen venue
Address of your chosen venue, including a map screenshot
Details of what to do if you need any special requirements to complete the course

You need to bring photographic ID, such as a driving licence or passport with you.

Lunch is not included, so please provide your own.

SA007 Asbestos Awareness Course Content

You will be assessed, via your theory assessment, on the following criteria:

State common causes of work-related illness due to asbestos
State the potential hazards/risks to the health of workers exposed to asbestos
Identify three different types of asbestos
Identify three likely locations where asbestos may be found
Describe how asbestos enters the body and its likely consequences
Outline the legislative requirements relating to asbestos removal
State types of asbestos waste
Outline the health and safety issues and requirements relating to the safe removal of asbestos
Outline industry regulations which apply to the removal of materials containing asbestos
State the importance of following the correct procedures for the removal of asbestos
Outline the procedures for the packaging and disposal of asbestos waste
State how to store asbestos and contaminated materials
State why it is important to wait for a licensed asbestos contractor to remove asbestos
Outline prevention and control measures for reducing health risks associated with asbestos-containing materials
State types of personal protective equipment (PPE) used when dealing with hazardous asbestos materials
State how to review company paperwork to identify whether asbestos is present and what type it is
State the types of hazards/risks that may occur in the workplace linked with asbestos
State the importance of protective equipment when exposed or working with asbestos
State the purpose of risk assessments and method statements
Outline site safety procedures
Describe emergency procedures and where to seek advice on asbestos risks
Outline procedures for carrying out asbestos surveys
State how to report on the survey findings
Describe step by step how you would tackle an asbestos hazard
State how to carry out daily checks on Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)
Outline the correct wear and use of RPE and PPE in line with workplace and H&S requirements
Outline how to identify asbestos insulation board and asbestos cement and the importance of removing contaminated items without cutting or breaking them
Outline procedures for the use of decontamination units
State the importance of decontamination procedures

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Assessment and Certification

Assessment

The course includes a theory assessment which is composed of multiple-choice questions.

Certification

This Smart Awards certificate is valid for 3 years, you will then need to complete a refresher course to renew your qualification.

Entry Requirements

This qualification is available to anyone over the age of 16 years old. There are no formal entry requirements and Smart Awards will not restrict access on the grounds of prior academic attainment, age, employment, geographic location or any other grounds.

There are no barriers that restrict access or progression, thereby promoting equality. It is expected however, that learners will have a level of literacy adequate to cope with both the theory and practical assessments.

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Brochures for SA007 – Asbestos Awareness Specification

Please download the course overview brochure below, easy to print and email if you need to share course information with a manager or colleague.

SA007 - Asbestos Awareness Fact Sheet

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