Anyone working on a construction site in the ACT must understand the risks of asbestos. It is one of the most serious hazards in the industry, and it can still be found in many older homes, commercial buildings, structures across Canberra and, as covered extensively in the media recently, some children’s toys.
This is why 11084NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness is mandatory for anyone entering a construction site.
If you are working in construction, maintenance or trades, completing 11084NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness is a requirement to start work, and helps to keep you and others safe.
Asbestos can be difficult to identify if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Many common materials, such as wall linings, floor coverings, roofing products and insulation, may contain asbestos.
The danger arises when these materials are disturbed during renovation or demolition. This is what makes asbestos training so important for everyday site work.
11084NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness at MBA Training gives you the essential knowledge to recognise asbestos-containing materials and understand where they are likely to be found. You will learn how to identify potential asbestos risks, why asbestos is harmful and what to do if you come across materials that you suspect may contain asbestos.
This training does not teach you how to remove asbestos, but how to identify it and report it correctly.
A key part of the course is learning how to respond safely. You will learn how to stop work, notify the right person and keep others away from the area. These steps help reduce the chance of exposure and support safe decision-making on-site.
For workers in the ACT, this knowledge is the minimum expected standard and helps prevent serious long-term health risks.
Completing this course supports a safer workplace overall. When every worker on site has completed asbestos training, the whole team is better prepared to recognise hazards early. This reduces the risk of accidental exposure and helps supervisors manage potential asbestos issues quickly and correctly.
11084NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness takes 4 hours to complete and provides a straightforward path to meeting your legal obligations in the ACT. Once you finish, you will have a clear understanding of how to identify asbestos materials and the steps you need to follow if you find them.
To book your place, check the upcoming dates here.
Completing this training means you will be ready to step onto site with the awareness and confidence that every ACT worker needs.
