Introductions, asbestos fundamentals and the New Zealand context.
Call 027 549 5969NZAAG Asbestos Awareness Training
Recognise the risk.
Protect your people.
Practical, expert-led awareness training designed to help workers and organisations understand where asbestos may be found, why it matters and what to do before material is disturbed.
Arrange a courseCourse format
A focused six-hour learning day.
Courses are run as required, giving organisations the flexibility to arrange training around team availability and operational needs.
One-hour lunch, with shorter breaks scheduled during the day.
Review, questions and completion requirements.
What delegates will learn
Awareness that supports safer decisions.
Where asbestos may be found
Common asbestos-containing materials and the types and ages of buildings where they may be encountered.
Health risks and exposure
Why asbestos fibres are dangerous and why prevention and early recognition matter.
Before work starts
How planning, registers, surveys and clear communication help prevent accidental disturbance.
What to do if it is found
Stop-work principles, isolating the area, reporting concerns and seeking competent advice.
Included for every delegate
Learning they can take back to work.
Course workbook
A practical reference to support the day’s learning and reinforce key awareness messages after the course.
Certificate
Each delegate receives a certificate confirming completion of the NZAAG asbestos awareness course.
Please note: Awareness training does not qualify a person to identify, sample, assess, remove or otherwise work with asbestos. Those activities require the appropriate competence, training, licence or accreditation.
Who should attend
Builders & tradesFacilities teamsProperty managersSchool staffHealth & safety leadersMaintenance workers
Book or discuss a course
Arrange training for your team.
Courses are scheduled as required. Contact NZAAG to discuss dates, location, delegate numbers and the discounted rate available for groups of six or more.