Aim: This nationally accredited recognised course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills to safely remove non-friable asbestos containing materials, suitable for a person or company who holds a Class B Asbestos Removal Licence.
Learning Outcomes:
Introduction to asbestos
Where asbestos is found
Risks of working with asbestos
Personal protective equipment
Air monitoring and visual clearances
Prepare for asbestos removal
Prepare asbestos removal site
Set up asbestos work area
Remove non-friable asbestos
Carry out decontamination process
Clean up work area
Regulatory processes
OHS Regulations 2017 & Compliance Codes 2019
Air monitoring and visual clearances
Workplace procedures for removing non-friable asbestos
Waste transport and disposal
A fit check is included as an assessment component of the course. Students are encouraged to bring their own respirators to the training session.
Mandatory Prerequisites:
All participants must hold CPCCOHS1001A - ‘Work safely in the construction industry’ obtained after 11 May 2009, CPCCWHS1001 - ‘Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’ or CPCWHS1001 - ‘Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’. This is commonly known as a ‘White Card’.
A Certificate of Completion for Remove non-friable asbestos can be provided to student who cannot provide the original or a certified copy of the required certificate
Learners Needs:
In order to identify individual learners' requirements please bring to our attention any candidate that has any needs such as; literacy, access or, medical restrictions so arrangements can be made prior to course commencement.
To be successful in the unit, students must have sufficient English written and oral language skills to enable clear and direct communication with trainer and other students.
Students must be able to; collaborate effectively with others and complete a multiple choice knowledge assessment.
If you have any concerns regarding this requirement please contact our friendly HAZCON training team to discuss what assisted learning options we have available to you.
Required to bring on the day:
Evidence of CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry or CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry or CPCWHS1001 - ‘Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’.(white card)
Proof of ID (drivers’ licence or equivalent, with photo); brought to the training course.
Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number: refer to attached document ‘Factsheet – Student Information for the USI’, for further information on what and how to obtain a USI.
Half face respirator mask. Students are encouraged to bring their own respirators to the training session, as a fit check is included as an assessment component of the course.
The WorkSafe Victoria Removing Asbestos in Victoria Compliance Code section 373 states; ‘The minimum recommended RPE for this task is a non-disposable half-face respirator with a P1 filter or P2 filter.’ Appendix E of the compliance code further states; ‘Disposable half-face respirators are not recommended for ongoing asbestos removal work.
Assessment:
To be successful in this course the student must satisfactorily complete 3 assessment tasks that include a mixture of practical observations and knowledge questioning,
The students must be fit and able to carry out basic construction work involved in the removal of asbestos for the purpose of the assessments. Delivery of the knowledge questioning can be adjusted to meet the students learning needs.
If required; students are provided with two re-assessment opportunities on the day. Access to our appeals process is available in our student handbook should the student wish to consider that option if competency hasn't been achieved after two re-assessment opportunities.
Certificate:
On successful completion and assessed as competent you will receive a Statement of Attainment and wallet card issued by HAZCON Pty Ltd RTO 21519 for CPCCDE3014 Remove non friable asbestos.
Would you like to apply for Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)?
If you believe you have the industry skills, knowledge and experience removing non-friable asbestos then you may be eligible for RPL. Please contact the Business Services Manager to discuss your suitability as an RPL candidate. The appropriate documentation will be provided to you if the RPL process is applicable to you.
Important Notes:
1. HAZCON provides realistic simulation activities to provide participants with real world scenarios; however, we don't use any asbestos containing materials.
2. All equipment required for the training course is provided.
A fit check is included as an assessment component of the course; students are encouraged to bring their own respirators to the training
Training for your organisation
This course can be conducted exclusively for a group of your staff, on-site at your company's premises or at HAZCON's training facility in Notting Hill. Please note prices vary, and we are happy to arrange a proposal for you. Please contact us on 1800 429 266 or training@hazcon.com.au to discuss your training requirements.
HAZCON is committed to protecting employee, client and participant privacy and confidentiality in line with State and Federal Privacy legislation. Except as required under the Data Provision Requirements 2012, Government Contracts or by law, information about students will not be disclosed to a third party without the consent of the individual.
