Asbestos For Architects And Designers Course

Asbestos For Architects And Designers Course

Asbestos is probably the most dangerous building material ever used. Every year thousands of people fall ill and die because of exposure to asbestos and it was widely used by the construction industry right up until the year 2000.

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to employers, employees, self-employed persons and duty holders and cover all work with asbestos-containing materials. Regulation 10 of CAR states that every employer must ensure that adequate information, instruction and training is given to employees who are liable to be exposed to asbestos. This includes maintenance workers and others who may come into contact with or disturb asbestos.

This course covers the same subjects as our Asbestos Awareness course with an additional module aimed specifically at architects and designers working with buildings that may contain asbestos. It provides information about the legislation governing asbestos in work and outlines the responsibilities of architects and designers.

What you will Learn / Course Modules

1. Properties and Risks of Asbestos Exposure
2. Different Types of Asbestos
3. Avoiding the Risks from Asbestos
4. An Outline of Asbestos Legislation
5. Content for Architects and Designers