Asbestos Awareness in Housing

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Equip yourself with essential asbestos knowledge - What is asbestos, what risks does it pose and how can we protect ourselves and others from these risks?

Our Asbestos Awareness in Housing course offers a concise overview of the topic specifically tailored for staff working in housing. Learn more about this material, its extensive historical use and continued prevalence across the UK built environment. 

This course will equip learners with a greater understanding of the health risks associated with asbestos exposure, and make them aware of the duties placed upon landlords and employers to manage these risks. 

The course comprises six detailed topics, each designed to educate about different facets of asbestos from identification to removal processes. It will empower staff with increased knowledge, and a deeper understanding of the safety and compliance obligations organisations have for the buildings in their remit. 

Ready to begin your educational journey on asbestos safety? Scroll down to find out more.

Did you know?

Asbestos-related diseases remain a significant health issue in the UK. Annually, over 5,000 deaths are attributed to asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. In 2021 alone, there were 2,268 recorded deaths from mesothelioma​

Source: (GOV.UK)​​ (UKATA)​.

Course Delivery: E-Learning
Enrolment Duration:
180 days
CPD Hours: 0.5 Hour(s)
Cost: from £45+VAT
Sector Safety and Compliance
Roles

Customer Service, Housing Officers, Resident-Facing Teams, Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Support Staff.

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Who is this suitable for?

ASCP Bitesize Learning is designed for everyone!

All the Bitesize series of courses are designed for the housing sector giving an awareness level knowledge that broadens and shapes good safety culture.

This could include:

  • Customer Services
  • Housing Officers
  • Resident-Facing Teams
  • Finance
  • Operations
  • ....and any other roles!

Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes clarify expectations, focus training on key safety and compliance aspects, and align learning with business goals to enhance workplace competence and safety. This streamlined approach helps ensure measurable and relevant results for the organisation.

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By the end of this ASCP Bitesize training, you will be able to:

  • Understand what asbestos is and how it is formed.
  • Understand the health risks associated with asbestos.
  • Recognise the importance of caution around potential asbestos sources.

Course Syllabus

What to expect before, during, and after your course
  • Before the course starts

    Our Bitesize Learning courses are available as soon as you enrol. All you need is an internet connection and a supported browser to begin.

  • During the course

    The course is a self-paced online training course broken into smaller Bitesize Learning chunks. You will cover the following topics:

    You might have heard about asbestos but do you know what it is?

    In this lesson you will learn what asbestos is and how it is formed.

    Asbestos was once thought to be a miracle material and was used extensively across a range of applications.

    In this lesson you will learn about the legacy of the historical use of Asbestos in the UK, and how this continues to impact our built environment.  

    In this lesson you will learn that there are several types of asbestos, and find out the names and key characteristics of the most common types. 


    Asbestos exposure can lead to serious health risks. This lesson covers the diseases associated with exposure and their main symptoms, as well as highlighting the importance of early detection.

    Asbestos awareness is vital for understanding the dangers and risks associated with exposure to this hazardous material. This lesson will highlight the importance of safe handling and disposal. 

    Housing Landlords across the UK have specific legislation and guidance in respect to meeting their statutory obligations around asbestos. In this lesson you will learn about two key pieces of legislation in the UK.

  • Assessment

    To pass this course learners will need to demonstrate their knowledge with a short 10 question assessment.

  • Certification

    Learners will receive a CPD certificate on our Accredible certificates platform. This is a shareable demonstration of your knowledge

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