The Asbestos Awareness for Architects, Designers and Contractors Training Course offered by Imperial Corporate Training Institute is designed to provide professionals with the essential knowledge needed to recognise, manage, and minimise the risks associated with asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Participants will learn about asbestos legislation, health hazards, safe working practices, and their legal responsibilities when planning, designing, renovating, or managing construction projects.
This Healthcare Management training course combines current industry regulations with practical guidance to help architects, designers, contractors, project managers, and construction professionals identify potential asbestos risks before work begins. Through expert-led sessions and real-world case studies, participants will gain the confidence to contribute to safer workplaces, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect workers, clients, and the public from asbestos exposure.
Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand what asbestos is and where it is commonly found.
- Recognise the different types of asbestos-containing materials.
- Explain the health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
- Understand national and international asbestos regulations.
- Identify legal duties for architects, designers, and contractors.
- Conduct basic asbestos risk awareness during project planning.
- Apply safe working practices to prevent accidental disturbance of asbestos.
- Understand emergency procedures when asbestos is discovered.
- Improve workplace compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Promote safer construction and renovation practices.
Target Audience
This training course is suitable for:
- Architects
- Building Designers
- Civil and Structural Engineers
- Construction Managers
- Contractors and Subcontractors
- Site Supervisors
- Project Managers
- Facilities Managers
- Property Developers
- Building Surveyors
- Health and Safety Officers
- Maintenance Personnel