In the past asbestos was thought to be the
ideal material for construction owing to the fact that it contains fibres that
are resistant to heat and fire and it also gave protection against wind, frost
and cold.
The dangers of asbestos didn’t become
apparent until the early 1900s and then it wasn’t totally banned until 1999.
Many old buildings still contain asbestos
and that is why it is so important that Architects and Designers are aware of
the legislation surrounding asbestos and how the risks of working with it can
be avoided.
This course is similar to the course Risk
Assessment Services offer to workers in the construction industry, such as
builders, plumbers, carpenters and decorators. However, it offers an additional
module especially for Architects and Designers, so that they can be made aware
of their responsibilities.
The
benefits of e-learning
You learn at your own pace at a time that
is convenient to you. If you have had a busy week and miss a college class, it
may mean that you miss a vital part of the course you are studying. This
doesn’t happen on an e-learning online course. You can pick up where you left
off and nothing is missed. You study at your own pace and set your own
schedule.
The
Modules
There are five modules to study which are:
·
Properties and risk of asbestos
exposure
·
Different types of asbestos
·
Avoiding the risks from
asbestos
·
An outline of asbestos
legislation
·
Content for Architects and
Designers
Properties
and the Risk of Exposure
There are still many, many homes and
business which contain asbestos. In this module you will learn about the risks
of asbestos exposure and where you will find asbestos in a building.
Types
of Asbestos
Once you have completed this module, you
will recognize the different types of asbestos and where they can be found in
general and construction products.
Avoiding
Risks from Asbestos
Here you are taught what to do if you find
asbestos, how to conduct a risk assessment and what you should to protect
yourself.
An
outline of Asbestos legislation
This module covers the basics of the
legislation which was laid down in the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and
the practices you must adhere to, when working with asbestos.
Content
for Architects and Designers
This module will teach you about the
responsibilities you face in your profession and how you can work within the
rules of asbestos legislation.
This course is an ideal way for Architects
and Designers to educate themselves about the dangers of asbestos and how it
should be dealt with in the workplace.
Risk Safety Services also provide e-learning online course in Asbestos
Awareness and many other health and safety courses. You can contact them
through their website or by phoning 0843 523 0410.
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