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Course description
Overview of contents
This e-learning course is suitable for anyone but particularly those working in the building industry – formally or informally, and site staff. It covers everything from the basics of what asbestos is, why and how it has been used, and who is at risk from it, to specifics such as the different types of asbestos, the health risks, and what to do if you encounter it.
Law and legislation
This course covers key points from:
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
This course is available as part of the flick subscription or to license for hosting on your own learning management system. If you attain the pass mark of 75%, you'll be awarded a certificate.
Topics covered in Asbestos Awareness Training
Topic 1: introduction
A look at what asbestos is, what it has been used for, why it is unsafe, who is at risk and an introduction on how to avoid it.
Topic 2: types and risks
The different types of asbestos, including the differences between white, blue and brown asbestos, and an overview of the health risks related to asbestos exposure.
Topic 3: encountering asbestos
An overview of encountering and identifying asbestos, including ACMs and the most likely places they will be found, and the difference between licenced and non-licenced work.
Topic 4: the law
What the law says about working with asbestos, the obligations placed on those in control or ownership of buildings, and those in charge of workers who are likely to encounter asbestos.
More about flick learning
Our mission is to transform the world of must-do training, particularly for those on budgets, into highly effective, engaging and actually quite enjoyable, e-learning.
Understanding that no one completes a flick course for the sheer pleasure of it, we set out to create e-learning that is to-the-point, simple to absorb, easy-on-the-eye, and memorable.
With everything we do, we have 2 guiding principles: 'focus only on what people need to know' and 'find a way to make it stick'.
Animation & video
We use animation and video to illustrate and enhance content, and keep it moving.
Stunning imagery
A distinctive design theme for every course - from Wild West, Bridgerton and Film Noir to Vintage Space – it’s certainly memorable!
Music, voiceover & soundscapes
Carefully curated music and audio sound to maintain engagement and create atmosphere; optional professional voiceover if you prefer to listen.
Narratives
…because everyone loves a story!
Interactivity & gamification
Matching pairs, Spot the Hazard, word searches, Beat the Clock and most recently, Wordle to reinforce key learning points.
Multi device support
Flawless performance on any size screen or device.
Simple language
All courses have a reading age of 11 – making it simpler if English is not your first language.
Content paths
Our courses allow users to choose from different content paths or streams to reflect your job role or nation.
Course features
Don't just take our word for it
Done many asbestos courses over the years & would rate this highly & more informative than others
Simon
Excellent. The images seemed relevant to the topic for this flick course. Thanks
R
The course was very informative and helpful with regards to identifying any asbestos related hazards and avoiding doing work related to it.
Codesa
Training you can trust.
Accredited by
CPD
All of our courses are accredited by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
Assured by
RoSPA
All flick’s health and safety courses are assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents through their RoSPA Qualifications Assurance System, providing up-to-date, quality and content-approved training.
Audited by
IATP
Our Asbestos Awareness and Asbestos Duty to Manage courses are independently audited and accredited by IATP, ensuring peace of mind that our content is fit for purpose.
Written by
Experts
We work with a team of retained consultants, expert in their fields, to ensure our content is up-to-date and fit for purpose.
