Asbestos Awareness Course

Asbestos Awareness (Category A)

Protect Your Health. Stay Compliant.

Asbestos remains the single biggest cause of work-related deaths in the UK. Even today, thousands of people lose their lives annually due to past exposures. Our Asbestos Awareness course is designed to provide you and your team with the essential knowledge needed to identify, manage, and avoid the risks associated with Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs).

Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the dangers of asbestos. It is specifically designed for tradespeople, maintenance workers, and anyone who may disturb the fabric of a building constructed or refurbished before the year 2000.

What you will learn:

• The History & Types: Understand what asbestos is and where it was commonly used.

• Health Risks: The long-term impact of fiber inhalation and why “one-off” exposures matter.

• Legislation: Your legal responsibilities under the Control of Asbestos Regulations (CAR) 2012.

• Emergency Procedures: Exact steps to take if you suspect you have discovered or disturbed asbestos.

Why Choose Acreditsafe?

• 100% Online: Learn at your own pace on any device.

• Industry Recognized: Meet your legal “Duty to Manage” with a certified training record.

• Instant Certification: Download your certificate immediately upon successful completion.

Note: This course is for awareness (Category A) only. It does not qualify you to work with or remove asbestos-containing materials.