About the Course
Our Asbestos Awareness course provides students with the knowledge to identify asbestos, where it may be found and an understanding of the steps involved to work safety with ACM (asbestos containing materials).
Asbestos awareness training is essential for any worker in construction or related industries where asbestos containing materials may be present.
If you need to work in environments where asbestos may be present, attending this course will assist you to identify materials likely to contain asbestos, and teach you the safety requirements for working with asbestos.
This is a non-accredited training course. Students who complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. This certificate is issued by WorkSafe Connect (RTO 31385).
For workers in the Australian Capital Territory, WorkSafe ACT mandates that you must complete a specific awareness course called “10675NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness”. This is not that course.
Who Should Attend
This course is for workers who may come into contact with asbestos-containing materials (ACM) during their work. It is particularly relevant to construction and demolition workers, tradespeople (plumbers, electricians, painters, carpenters), maintenance and facilities staff, supervisors, managers, council workers, and anyone working in older buildings or infrastructure projects.
This training may also be suitable for workers undertaking very minor asbestos-related tasks (less than 10m²); however, eligibility is determined by site and company policies.
CSQ Funding
You may be eligible to receive CSQ funding for this course if you work in the building & construction industry in Queensland.
If eligible, this course (AGAT) is fully subsidised with no out of pocket expense.
For further details, please click here or get in touch with us.
Course Description
Key areas covered by this course include:
- Types of asbestos
- Its history
- Potential health risks
- Where it can be found
- Identifying asbestos
- Actions when it is discovered
- Who is permitted to remove asbestos
Course Delivery Options
Our Asbestos Awareness training will be conducted by one of our experienced trainer assessors who have industry currency, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.
Students will undertake a short theoretical assessment to capture their understanding of asbestos awareness.
WorkSafe Connect offers this course:
- Face to Face – Public Courses
- Face to Face – Onsite (at your site / workplace)
- Virtual – Video-Led Training (Australia Wide)
- Online – this course is also delivered in a self-paced online format (approx. 1 hour in duration)
If you would like to discuss delivery options in more detail, then please get in contact with us.
Accreditation
To complete the course, students must successfully complete all assessments.
All assessments are completed during the course – no assessment activities need to be completed prior to or post the training course.
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, students will receive a Statement of Completion.
Asbestos awareness forms part of our Asbestos training courses which included remove non-friable asbestos and supervise asbestos removal.
If you have any questions regarding what asbestos course is most suitable for you then please get in touch with a member of the WorkSafe Connect team today.
Certificate delivery:
- Courses at our facilities: Certificates are issued on the day, with digital copies emailed to participants and employers (if applicable) the following business day.
- Courses at client sites: Certificates are issued within 7 business days, with digital copies emailed to participants and employers.
Course Entry Requirements
If any additional learning support is required (e.g. with language, literacy or numeracy), please notify our Operations team prior to the course or speak with your trainer on the day —we’re here to help.
What to Bring
- Your USI (Unique Student Identifier) – click here for more info
- Comfortable, practical clothing is recommended (long pants or shorts and a sleeved shirt or t-shirt).
- No PPE/high-vis required
- Closed-in shoes
- All course materials are provided
Amenities at our Brisbane and Townsville Facilities
- Parking available on-site or nearby
- Complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits, and mints
- Fridge and microwave available for use
- Cafés and food options located nearby for breaks
