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AS01 - Asbestos Surveying & Sampling Refresher

AS01 - Asbestos Surveying & Sampling Refresher

Introduction

This syllabus sets out the guidance issued by UKATA for the provision of asbestos refresher training for those undertaking asbestos surveying and sampling in buildings and surrounding areas, as defined within the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), Asbestos: The Survey Guide (HSG264) and Asbestos – The Analysts’ Guide (HSG248 Second Edition).

This document provides the syllabus for the training along with guidance on the minimum content of all courses. Tutors can offer bespoke or tailored training for the remainder of any training session, but the core content must be adhered to.

This refresher training can be given to employees whose work involves asbestos surveying and sampling.

Occupational Relevance

Any persons who undertake asbestos surveying and sampling exercises to any premises or site to determine the presence of asbestos, as laid down in CAR 2012, Regulation 10, paragraphs 238. This would normally include, but not limited to building surveyors, analysts, consultants, asbestos surveyors, or any other persons wishing to gain the knowledge of undertaking asbestos surveys.

All learners sitting this course must have previously been trained to undertake asbestos surveying and sampling. The minimum qualifications to attend this training will need to be verified by the tutor and will include BOHS P402, RSPH Level 3 Award and holders of the Certificate of Competence (Asbestos) (CoCA) or CCP or equivalent course as defined by UKAS document RG8.

Learner Pre-requisite

BOHS P402 Surveying and Sampling Strategies for Asbestos in Buildings or RSPH Level 3 Award in Asbestos Surveying.

Duration

Minimum of 6 learning hours.
(This includes the time allocated for the final exam)

Downloads

AS01 - Syllabus - Asbestos Surveying and Sampling Refresher - v1


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