This course is suitable for:

• Construction workers

• Maintenance operatives

• Tradespeople involved in refurbishment, repair, or demolition

• Anyone likely to disturb asbestos-containing materials in their job

It is designed for individuals who may carry out non-licensed work involving asbestos and need to understand safe and legal working practices.

• Delivered in a classroom-based setting

• Includes a mix of theory, practical demonstrations, and interactive workshops

• Hands-on learning helps delegates apply safe handling techniques in realistic scenarios.

Participants will cover:

• Identification of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs)

• Health risks and effects of asbestos exposure

• Safe handling and removal techniques

• Legal and regulatory requirements

• Use and limitations of personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Emergency procedures

• Waste disposal methods

Key benefits include:

• Enhanced safety knowledge: Understand the risks of asbestos and how to work safely

• Legal compliance: Meet current UK regulatory requirements for non-licensed asbestos work

• Recognised certification: UKATA-accredited certificate boosts employability and professional credibility

• Risk mitigation: Minimise potential health risks and ensure safer working conditions for yourself and others

The duration depends on prior asbestos awareness training:

• B1: For those with no previous asbestos awareness training

  • 1½ days (minimum 9 learning hours)

  • Must include the asbestos awareness element (per UKATA MS001)

• B2: For those with valid UKATA asbestos awareness training within the last 6 months

  • 1 day (minimum 6 learning hours)

  • Verification of prior training required

If prior training is over 6 months old, B1 training will be required.

• Classroom-based course

• Delivered by qualified UKATA-accredited instructors

• Includes presentations, discussions, and practical components

• End-of-course multiple-choice test

• Designed to confirm understanding of safe asbestos practices

• A pass is required to receive certification

• Delivered at a dedicated training centre

• No PPE required for the course

• Free on-site parking available

Participants will receive:

• A course handbook

• Sample PPE and safety guidance

• Access to relevant UKATA regulatory documentation

• Online supporting resources (where applicable)

• UKATA certificate on successful completion

• Completion of a UKATA Asbestos Awareness Course within 6 months is mandatory

• Recommended to have a basic understanding of health and safety principles

• Suitable for all experience levels

• No special equipment required

• Optional: notepad and pen for taking notes

• All other materials will be provided

• A UKATA-accredited certificate will be issued upon successful completion and passing the assessment

• This serves as formal proof of competence for non-licensed asbestos work

• Valid for 1 year

• Refresher training is required annually to maintain certification

Please check the calendar for details, alternatively please call or email with your enquiry.

We offer flexible scheduling and can often accommodate short-notice requests.

• For more details, please refer to the UKATA official course description

• If you need asbestos awareness training, we also offer UKATA-certified Awareness courses separately