UKATA Asbestos Non-Licensed Operative Work (inc. Asbestos Awareness) for Groundworkers

Course Objectives:

This course provides groundworkers with the essential skills and knowledge to safely handle and manage asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) during groundwork activities. By following the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, participants will gain an understanding of how to identify and mitigate risks associated with asbestos in soils, building materials, and the surrounding environment. With both theoretical knowledge and practical techniques, this course ensures safe handling and disposal of asbestos while adhering to industry standards. Successful delegates will receive a UKATA certificate upon course completion, certifying their competence in working with non-licensed asbestos materials in groundworks.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for individuals who may come into contact with asbestos while performing groundwork activities, including:

• Site investigation engineers
• Utilities installation and maintenance engineers
• Groundworks operatives (including ground drilling and manual excavations)
• Fencing installation workers
• On-site remediation and waste disposal teams
• Professionals involved in excavations, environmental remediation, and waste management
• Anyone working in areas where asbestos-containing materials may be disturbed during groundwork tasks