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Removing Asbestos Roofing

Asbestos Awareness

Essential training for anyone who may encounter asbestos in their work

Asbestos remains one of the UK’s most dangerous workplace health hazards. Despite being banned, it still exists in thousands of buildings — making awareness training essential for anyone who might disturb it.

This half-day course provides workers and supervisors with the knowledge to recognise asbestos risks and avoid accidental exposure. It follows Regulation 10 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and is a legal requirement for many roles in maintenance and construction.

✔ Fully compliant with UK regulations
✔ Clear, accessible format — no prior knowledge required
✔ Helps employers meet legal responsibilities

Worker Carrying Asbestos Board

Who Is it For?What will you Learn?

This course is essential for anyone whose work may disturb the fabric of a building, including:

  • Electricians and plumbers

  • Heating and ventilation engineers

  • Maintenance and facilities teams

  • Roofers, carpenters, joiners

  • Construction and demolition workers

  • Painters, decorators, and shopfitters

  • Supervisors of these staff

It is not suitable for those carrying out licensed asbestos work — further training is required for that level.​

Syllabus

As outlined in Regulation 10 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, the course includes:

  • Properties and risks of asbestos — including its health effects and risk to smokers

  • Common types and uses of asbestos in buildings and plant

  • Where it’s found — typical locations and materials containing asbestos

  • Emergency procedures — how to respond to accidental disturbance

  • Avoiding exposure — how to prevent contact with ACMs during routine work

Key Information

  • Half-day course

  • Valid for 3 years

  • Scenarios tailored to your workplace

  • Available as on-site training for groups of staff anywhere in the UK

  • Available as a virtual classroom course for groups of staff.

Delivery Options and Pricing

Why Study with Safety Stars?

Trusted, practical training — delivered by experienced professionals.

Frequently asked questions

Removing Asbestos Roofing

Don’t risk accidental exposure.

Make sure your team knows how to stay safe around asbestos.

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