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Asbestos in the Workplace

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Asbestos in the Workplace
$49.00
  • Level Level 2
  • Duration 3 Hours
  • Lectures 25 Lessons
  • Language English
  • Access 1 Year

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Course overview

Many Canadian workplaces still contain asbestos in older buildings, equipment, and construction materials. Workers and employers often face uncertainty about identifying hazards, meeting legal duties, and preventing exposure that can lead to serious long-term illness and costly penalties.

Asbestos in the Workplace provides structured, regulation-focused training aligned with Canadian federal and provincial requirements. It explains asbestos types, health effects, workplace identification, legal responsibilities, WHMIS 2015 updates, and risk control strategies. Learners gain clear guidance on inspections, compliance, and safe management systems.

Designed for safety professionals, supervisors, contractors, and facility managers, this course strengthens workplace protection. It supports regulatory compliance, reduces liability risks, and helps organisations build effective asbestos management programmes that protect workers and operations across Canada.

Key topics included

  • Types of asbestos fibres and their historical use in Canada

  • Health hazards, exposure routes, and long-term disease risks

  • Identifying asbestos-containing materials in workplaces and buildings

  • Canadian asbestos regulations, WHMIS 2015, and OH&S responsibilities

  • Risk assessment, inspections, and hierarchy of controls

  • Developing and maintaining an asbestos management plan

Entry requirements

  • There are no formal academic prerequisites for this course. Basic literacy and an interest in workplace health and safety are recommended. It is suitable for both new learners and experienced professionals seeking regulatory knowledge related to asbestos compliance in Canada.

Who is this course for

This course is designed for supervisors, construction workers, maintenance personnel, health and safety officers, and facility managers operating in Canadian workplaces.

It is particularly valuable for organisations managing older buildings, renovation projects, industrial sites, schools, or public facilities where asbestos-containing materials may still exist.

Certification

Certificate

Curriculum

25 Lessons 3 Hours
  • Asbestos in the Workplace Mock Exam
  • Asbestos in the Workplace Final Exam

Frequently Asked Questions

Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring mineral fibres previously used in construction and insulation materials. Although banned in Canada, asbestos remains present in many older buildings and equipment. Disturbing these materials can release hazardous fibres into the air.
Supervisors, contractors, safety officers, property managers, and workers involved in renovation or demolition should complete Asbestos training. Employers responsible for compliance with Canadian OH&S regulations also benefit from structured instruction on legal duties and risk control.
You will learn to identify asbestos-containing materials, assess exposure risks, apply the hierarchy of controls, and implement an asbestos management plan. The course also explains reporting requirements and regulatory responsibilities under Canadian law.
Yes. The course outlines federal and provincial asbestos regulations, WHMIS 2015 alignment, employer and worker obligations, and penalties for non-compliance. It provides compliance-focused guidance for Canadian workplaces.
Upon successful completion, learners receive a certificate confirming their knowledge of asbestos hazards, regulatory requirements, and workplace management controls. This certification supports workplace compliance and professional development.