Health and Safety Course
Asbestos Awareness
If you’re in a building constructed before the year 2000, there’s a high chance it contains asbestos. This substance is responsible for approximately 5,000 deaths annually, highlighting the serious health risks it poses
Asbestos Awareness Training
Employers have a duty to ensure that anyone who might encounter asbestos in their daily work is fully informed about what asbestos is and knows how to handle it safely, minimizing the risk to themselves and others.
The Highfield Asbestos Awareness e-learning course is tailored to equip individuals with the essential knowledge of asbestos—what it is, where it might be found, the associated health risks, and how to avoid accidental exposure.
What You'll Learn
Participants in this course will gain critical skills and knowledge to safely manage asbestos, helping to protect themselves and others. The course covers:
- Understanding what asbestos is
- Identifying common locations of asbestos
- Recognizing asbestos-related fatalities
- Understanding the health impacts of asbestos exposure
- Safe practices when working around asbestos
- Methods to prevent unintentional exposure
Course Details & Certification
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- Duration: 1 – 2 hours
- Prerequisites: None—no prior knowledge is required.
- Target Audience: Ideal for anyone whose work might disturb asbestos.
- Certification: Upon successful completion, learners will receive a downloadable Highfield e-learning certificate.
Key Information
- Typical Duration: 1 – 2 hours
- Target Audience: New employees and staff working in environments where asbestos may be present
- Prerequisites: None required
- Assessment: Multiple-choice questions
- Certification: Highfield Completion Certificate
- Demo Available: Yes
- LMS Compatibility: Yes
- Localisation: The course is based on EU legislation within a UK context but is also suitable for international businesses operating under EU regulations.
Platform Compatibility:
- PC/Laptop: Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox
- Apple iMacs/MacBooks: Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox
- Tablets (iPads, Android, Windows): Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11
Note: JavaScript must be enabled, and a stable broadband connection is required.