Asbestos remains one of the most serious hidden hazards in older buildings, and the Asbestos Awareness Course gives anyone who might come into contact with it the knowledge to recognise the risk and respond correctly. Aimed at workers and supervisors across construction and related trades, it builds a clear understanding of where asbestos might be found, why it's dangerous, and what to do if it's disturbed. It's a legal requirement under the Control of Asbestos Regulations for anyone likely to disturb asbestos-containing materials as part of their work, and many employers pair it with the CITB Health and Safety Awareness Course as part of a wider site induction programme.
Because asbestos-containing materials were used so widely in buildings constructed before 2000, the risk of accidental disturbance during routine maintenance, refurbishment or demolition work remains genuinely high. This course focuses on practical recognition rather than technical over-complication, helping delegates understand where asbestos is likely to turn up and what steps to take the moment suspicious materials are found, along with the emergency arrangements to follow if unintentional contact occurs.
Workers likely to encounter asbestos alongside other site hazards often combine it with PPE Awareness Training and Working at Height Training too, building a broader foundation of practical safety knowledge rather than treating each risk area in isolation.
Successful candidates receive a certificate of attendance following a short written test, and there are no formal entry requirements for anyone booking a place, making this an accessible starting point regardless of prior experience in the industry.