Canberra has a well-documented history of asbestos exposure risks, with significant volumes of asbestos-containing materials remaining in older residential, government and commercial buildings throughout the ACT. The territory’s experience with Mr Fluffy loose-fill asbestos insulation has also contributed to heightened community awareness of asbestos hazards and the importance of properly trained removal professionals.
Construction workers, demolition contractors, building maintenance teams, government infrastructure workers and defence sector personnel regularly encounter asbestos-containing materials during refurbishment, maintenance and demolition activities. This creates ongoing demand for asbestos removal training Canberra workers can access locally.
The nationally recognised CPCCDE3014 Remove Non-Friable Asbestos course provides the practical skills and knowledge required to identify non-friable ACM, assess workplace risks, implement control measures and safely remove asbestos-containing materials in accordance with WorkSafe ACT requirements. Delivered face-to-face by AlertForce, this asbestos removal course Canberra workers trust supports those seeking employment in asbestos removal, demolition, construction, commercial fit-out and building maintenance throughout the ACT and surrounding region.
Participants learn how to prepare work areas, use appropriate personal protective equipment, follow decontamination procedures and safely complete asbestos removal activities in accordance with Class B asbestos removal requirements. Workers who may encounter asbestos but are not undertaking removal work may instead require Asbestos Awareness Training. Workers exposed to multiple hazardous materials can also benefit from completing Silica Awareness Training.
For information about licensing requirements, workers can also read How to Get a Licence to Remove Asbestos and What Is Asbestos and Do You Need a Licence to Remove It?.