Description: This specialized course addresses the hazards of asbestos exposure. Participants learn safe work practices, compliance with regulations, and proper procedures for handling asbestos-containing materials.
Course Outline:
- Understanding Asbestos
- Types and properties
- Historical uses and prevalence
- Health Implications
- Diseases associated with exposure
- Latency periods and risk factors
- Regulatory Framework
- Legislative requirements
- Employer and worker responsibilities
- Safe Work Practices
- Identification and risk assessment
- Control measures and containment
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Selection and use
- Decontamination procedures
- Waste Management
- Disposal regulations
- Transport requirements
NQF Level: Level 2