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Asbestos is a harmful material that still appears in homes and buildings throughout Australia. Whether you want a job in asbestos management or have a job that includes the risk of exposure to asbestos, we offer the training you need. OHS.com.au is your source for face-to-face asbestos awareness training in Brisbane.  Or visit our main Asbestos Awareness Training Course page.

Asbestos Awareness Training Course Brisbane

If you work in the construction industry or home renovation sector, you may need to complete asbestos training in Brisbane. Asbestos awareness training is necessary for construction workers, demolition workers, and more. Studies have also found that Australian schools often contain asbestos.

Any work that includes a potential health risk requires relevant training. For example, electricians, plumbers, and emergency service workers may also require asbestos safety training. Home renovators, including DIY renovators, should also complete asbestos awareness courses. 

Asbestos was completely banned in the country in 2003. Older structures are more likely to contain asbestos products, such as cement sheets. Completing a home renovation increases the risk of exposure to asbestos for those who do not know what to look for.

Asbestos Training Protects Against Asbestos Exposure

Our face-to-face asbestos awareness training helps you identify asbestos-containing material (ACM) and reduce your risk of exposure. Exposure to asbestos continues to harm people in a wide range of industries. Over 4,000 Australians die each year from asbestos-related diseases, such as asbestosis. 

Asbestos typically becomes a safety concern when asbestos fibers are released into the air, which is more likely to occur with friable asbestos. Asbestos products belong to one of two categories – friable (non-bonded) and non-friable (bonded). 

Friable asbestos includes asbestos products that are more prone to damage. These items may break or flake easily, releasing inhalable fibers into the air. Examples of friable asbestos include old pipe insulation, insulation boards, and spray coatings.

Crushing friable asbestos discharges small particles into the air. Inhaling the particles into the lungs may cause scarring and increase the risk of several health issues, including:

• Asbestosis
• Pleural disease
• Lung cancer
• Mesothelioma

Asbestosis is scarring that occurs in the lungs due to exposure to asbestos fibers. The scarring may cause breathing difficulties and other complications. The best way to avoid asbestos exposure is to learn what it looks like and where to find it through asbestos courses in Brisbane.

Learn to Identify Asbestos with an Asbestos Course Brisbane

The 10675NAT (asbestos awareness training) unit of competency is intended to teach you how to identify and report asbestos. Here are some of the topics covered during our face-to-face asbestos awareness course in Brisbane:

• The types and properties of asbestos
• Common locations and sources of asbestos
• Potential asbestos-related health hazards
• Health and safety procedures

The typical asbestos course duration is about four hours. We offer in-person training, which is more effective compared to online training options. Face-to-face training is more immersive, increasing the retention of information.

Our asbestos awareness course covers the hazards and identification of asbestos. Many people do not know what to look for when inspecting an area for asbestos products, as asbestos has been banned for close to two decades. We explain the various types of asbestos, along with the most common sources and locations of asbestos-containing material.

Pre-course materials are made available after enrolling. Participants must also complete white card training (construction induction training) before taking asbestos removal courses. 

After the successful completion of the asbestos awareness course in Brisbane, you receive a statement of attainment. The statement acts as your asbestos awareness certificate. It demonstrates that you are aware of the hazards of asbestos and how to identify it. However, if you need to remove asbestos, you will likely need to complete additional asbestos safety courses.

When Do You Need an Asbestos Removal License?

An asbestos license is a legal requirement for the removal of any amount of non-bonded (friable) asbestos and more than 10m2 of bonded (non-friable) asbestos. Asbestos removal courses are needed to meet the regulatory requirements for licensed asbestos removal work.

At OHS.com.au, we offer all necessary asbestos removal courses. Workers who participate in the removal of asbestos need to complete the Class A course for friable ACM and Class B course for non-friable ACM. 

Along with the two removal courses, supervisors may take the asbestos supervisor course. The supervisor course is for those who need to oversee and manage asbestos removal plans. For those who need an asbestos license for developing removal plans, we offer the asbestos assessor course.

OHS.com.au is a preferred choice for safety training in Queensland. We started offering safety courses in 2006 and remain committed to delivering the best training available. Contact us today to schedule your asbestos awareness training course in Brisbane. 

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