M504 - Asbestos and Other Fibres ONLINE
M504 - Asbestos and Other Fibres
Description
This course aims to enhance your knowledge of occupational hygiene practice concerning fibrous dusts. The module concentrates on asbestos, but other fibres, e.g. machine made mineral fibres, aramids, carbon, etc., which are increasingly finding uses in industry are also covered.
How to prepare
Candidates can prepare by self-study, but are recommended to follow appropriate in-company training, University course or other course provided by a reputable training provider.
Learning objectives
On successful completion of this examination, you should be able to:
- describe the composition, nature and properties of asbestos, and machine made mineral and other fibres and their historical uses;
- describe the health effects of asbestos and other fibrous materials and apply appropriate exposure limits;
- describe the uses of asbestos in buildings and the public health risk that these may pose;
- understand the principles of and requirements for asbestos surveys including taking samples and identifying bulk asbestos types by microscopic techniques including relevant safety requirements;
- be thoroughly familiar with current good practice in the construction and use of enclosures for asbestos remediation and the use of decontamination units;
- understand all the principles of clearance testing, the requirements for measurement and appropriate techniques for post-remediation evaluation;
- conduct air sampling to determine airborne concentrations of asbestos or other fibres in accordance with defined procedures including microscopic counting techniques;
- have the ability to advise on all the various techniques for the management of asbestos in buildings in accordance with good practice.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites required for this qualification, however, those working in asbestos consultancy as well as in mainstream occupational hygiene will benefit from this course, which gives an understanding of the health risks associated with asbestos and other fibres as well as the means of evaluation and control.
ONLINE requirements
To take part in online courses delegates will need:
- Internet connection and access to MS TEAMS
- A laptop or desktop computer. Worst case scenario if you don’t have a computer/laptop then use a tablet/iPad.
- A webcam (this may already be built into your device) This is essential for the final examination
- Speakers (these may be built-in) so you can hear the trainer and audio
- Microphone (this might already be built into your computer/laptop) so that you can engage with the class and your trainer Internet connection / WIFI
- Headsets or headphones may be worn during the course but are not permitted during the exam**