Silica Awareness

Course Objectives

This course has been designed to raise awareness and develop the knowledge of employees on the hazards and risks posed by silica-containing materials within the everyday working environment. It also provides an overview of the legislative and guidance measures in place to safeguard themselves and others affected by work activities.

Who Should Attend?

There are no specific entry requirements to attend this course. It is designed for all persons who work with silica materials. On successful completion of the course, delegates will be issued with a C&C Training Certificate of Attendance.

Course Content

Topics covered on this course include:

• Increased awareness of the nature and properties of silica and its effects on health
• Familiarity with the types of materials that contain silica
• Knowledge on how to avoid the risks from silica
• Increased awareness of the nature and properties of silica and its effects on health
• Understanding how to use appropriate workplace precautions
• Learning to undertake work activities in a safe manner

Duration

0.5 Day