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Asbestos Awareness

Topics

  1. Introduction
    • Origins of asbestos
    • Properties of asbestos
    • Common types of asbestos

  2. Uses of Asbestos
    • Common (past and present) uses of asbestos

  3. Health Effects of Asbestos
    • Possible health effects due to long term exposure to asbestos

  4. Legislative Requirements for the Use and Removal of Asbestos
    • Legislative and guidance material relating to the use and removal of asbestos
    • Employers' responsibilities under the legislation
    • Safe handling techniques and personal protective equipment

This course includes a video: Removal Practices of Asbestos

Duration

2.5 hours. Check the training calendar for upcoming scheduled training days.

Venue

All courses can be presented on your site or at our Granville training facilities.

Contact Linda Rhyder on 9749 7666 or by email for information on course fees, content and registration forms.

This is not a WorkCover accredited course
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