Asbestos Awareness And Abatement: Safe Handling And Removal

Introduction

Asbestos Awareness and Abatement: Safe Handling and Removal training equips professionals with the methodologies to safely identify, handle, and remove asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), minimizing the risk of exposure and related health hazards. This course focuses on analyzing asbestos hazards, implementing safe abatement procedures, and understanding the impact of effective control measures on worker and public safety. Participants will learn to utilize personal protective equipment (PPE), develop asbestos abatement plans, and understand the intricacies of regulatory compliance and waste disposal. By mastering asbestos awareness and abatement, professionals can enhance workplace safety, prevent asbestos-related illnesses, and contribute to the creation of a secure and compliant environment.

The critical importance of controlling asbestos exposure necessitates a comprehensive understanding of safe handling and removal practices. This course delves into the nuances of hazard assessment, material identification, and emergency response, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored asbestos abatement strategies. By integrating regulatory knowledge with practical safety techniques, this program enables individuals to lead asbestos abatement initiatives and contribute to the creation of a safe and compliant workplace.

Target Audience:

• Asbestos abatement workers
• Construction workers
• Demolition workers
• Building inspectors
• Facility managers
• Environmental health specialists
• Safety officers
• Supervisors
• Maintenance personnel
• Compliance officers
• Students of environmental science and occupational safety
• Individuals interested in asbestos safety
• Operations managers
• Training managers
• Waste management personnel

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of asbestos awareness and abatement.
• Implement techniques for identifying and analyzing asbestos hazards.
• Understand the role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in asbestos abatement.
• Implement techniques for selecting and utilizing appropriate asbestos PPE.
• Understand the principles of safe handling and removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing asbestos abatement plans.
• Understand the role of air monitoring and sampling in asbestos abatement.
• Implement techniques for conducting air monitoring and interpreting results.
• Understand the legal and regulatory requirements related to asbestos abatement.
• Implement techniques for conducting asbestos abatement audits and inspections.
• Understand the challenges and opportunities of asbestos abatement in diverse environments.
• Understand the role of employee training and participation in asbestos safety.
• Develop strategies for continuous improvement in asbestos abatement practices.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Asbestos Awareness and Abatement

• Principles and importance of asbestos awareness and abatement.
• Understanding the relationship between asbestos hazards and health risks.
• Benefits of effective asbestos abatement programs.
• Historical context and evolution of asbestos safety.

Module 2: Asbestos Hazard Identification and Analysis

• Techniques for identifying and analyzing asbestos hazards.
• Implementing hazard identification methods (building surveys, material sampling).
• Utilizing asbestos hazard classification systems.
• Managing hazard identification.

Module 3: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Asbestos Abatement

• Role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in asbestos abatement.
• Understanding different types of PPE (respirators, coveralls, gloves).
• Implementing PPE selection criteria.
• Managing PPE selection.

Module 4: Asbestos PPE Selection and Utilization

• Techniques for selecting and utilizing appropriate asbestos PPE.
• Implementing PPE inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Utilizing PPE checklists and documentation.
• Managing PPE utilization.

Module 5: Safe Handling and Removal of ACMs

• Principles of safe handling and removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
• Understanding wet removal methods and containment procedures.
• Implementing safe work practices and decontamination procedures.
• Managing ACM handling and removal.

Module 6: Asbestos Abatement Plan Development

• Techniques for developing and implementing asbestos abatement plans.
• Implementing plan preparation and authorization.
• Utilizing plan templates and documentation.
• Managing abatement plan development.

Module 7: Air Monitoring and Sampling

• Role of air monitoring and sampling in asbestos abatement.
• Understanding air sampling techniques and equipment.
• Implementing air monitoring procedures.
• Managing air monitoring.

Module 8: Air Monitoring Results Interpretation

• Techniques for conducting air monitoring and interpreting results.
• Implementing data analysis and reporting.
• Utilizing air monitoring data for control verification.
• Managing data interpretation.

Module 9: Legal and Regulatory Requirements for Asbestos Abatement

• Legal and regulatory requirements related to asbestos abatement.
• Implementing compliance with EPA and OSHA asbestos standards.
• Utilizing legal registers and compliance tools.
• Managing legal compliance.

Module 10: Asbestos Abatement Audits and Inspections

• Techniques for conducting asbestos abatement audits and inspections.
• Implementing audit checklists and inspection protocols.
• Utilizing audit findings for corrective actions.
• Managing audits and inspections.

Module 11: Asbestos Abatement in Diverse Environments

• Challenges and opportunities of asbestos abatement in diverse environments.
• Implementing abatement strategies in different building types and settings.
• Utilizing abatement techniques for various types of ACMs.
• Managing abatement in diverse contexts.

Module 12: Employee Training and Participation in Asbestos Safety

• Role of employee training and participation in asbestos safety.
• Implementing employee involvement and feedback mechanisms.
• Utilizing employee-led asbestos safety initiatives.
• Managing employee participation.

Module 13: Continuous Improvement in Asbestos Abatement

• Strategies for continuous improvement in asbestos abatement practices.
• Implementing program evaluation and improvement methods.
• Utilizing feedback mechanisms and performance metrics.
• Managing continuous improvement.

Module 14: Case Studies: Asbestos Awareness and Abatement

• Analyzing real-world examples of asbestos awareness and abatement.
• Highlighting best practices and effective implementation solutions.
• Documenting project outcomes and impact.
• Industry and safety expert testimonials.

Module 15: The Future of Asbestos Abatement

• Exploring emerging trends and technologies in asbestos abatement.
• Integrating digital tools, remote monitoring, and advanced containment techniques.
• Adapting to evolving safety regulations and industry standards.
• Building resilient and proactive asbestos abatement systems.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.