Asbestos awareness
How it works
1. Sign up
Go digital and save time. Simply sign up and you can start the course immediately.
2. Take the course
You will need a PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone (iOS or Android). You can take the course online or download the course.
3. Assessment
The Assessment consists of multiple-choice questions. Upon successful completion of the assesment you will receive your certificate.
4. Certificate
You will receive a download link for your certificate. You are free to (re)print your certificate anytime. A signed and stamped original hard-copy by mail can be ordered.
FAQ
The asbestos awareness course provides essential knowledge about the risks of asbestos, its safe handling, and procedures to reduce exposure, especially for those in construction or related fields.
Yes, our asbestos awareness training is fully available online, allowing you to complete the course at your own pace and convenience.
This STCW.online Asbestos Awareness course, is an awareness course. It is aimed at all people onboard a ship. If your job requires either working in an environment with asbestos or removing asbestos, additional practical course is then required.
The course includes an overview of asbestos types, health risks, safe handling techniques, and regulations for asbestos in the workplace.
Yes, upon completing the asbestos awareness training online, you will receive a certificate approved by EC-MT, recognizing your understanding of asbestos safety protocols.
Our Asbestos Awareness course is provided exclusively in English, allowing participants to acquire a solid understanding of the material in an internationally recognized language.
The online asbestos awareness course typically takes an hour, depending on your schedule, and can be completed in multiple sessions if needed.
After passing the assessment, you will receive a download link for your signed and stamped certificate approved by ECMT (Emergency Control and Maritime Training)
You are free to (re)print your certificate anytime. An original hard-copy by mail can be ordered (not included)
What you will learn
Introduction
Provide learners with the knowledge of what asbestos is and where it can be found. It informs of the dangers that asbestos can pose to workers
Legal framework
Provide learners with the required knowledge which will enable them to understand their legal responsibilities
Risk assessment
Carrying out a risk assessment before any work and provides a practical step-by-step guide to implementing it
Control measures
Explains a number of control measures that should be in place to ensure that workers stay safe when working with asbestos
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