Working with ACM’s (Unlicensed works to HSG 210)

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 include the requirement for training employees who work or disturb asbestos, referred to as non-licensable asbestos work or minor works. Persons requiring this type of training would include those whose work will knowingly disturb ACMs, such as plumbers, carpenters, electricians, maintenance and demolition workers;

Topics covered include:

• Asbestos type’s, risks and properties
• The health effects of asbestos
• Uses and risks of ACM’s in buildings
• Emergency procedures (EM1)
• Use and selection of the correct PPE and RPE (EM6)
• Control measures used on site for dust suppression (EM5)
• Cleaning down the work area (EM7)
• Correct waste handling on site (EM9)
• Decontamination (EM8)