Training: Recognising Asbestos
Learn to recognise asbestos
Asbestos in buildings continues to be a widespread issue in Belgium. Are you interested in learning how to recognise hazardous materials containing asbestos?
There is no doubt that asbestos poses serious health risks. Since the 2006 Royal Decree, all construction workers who come into contact with asbestos are required to take a course on how to handle this material.
The training is mainly intended for professionals working in construction, demolition, property management and maintenance. After completing the course, participants will be able to recognise situations where asbestos may be present and take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and those around them.
As a construction professional, it is vital that you can recognise asbestos and asbestos-containing materials in all their forms. Only once this skill has been acquired can you proceed with asbestos removal in a safe manner.
Our training programmes focus on developing an understanding of the risks and dangers associated with confined spaces, while teaching participants effective methods to safely manage these risks.
Duration
The asbestos recognition training lasts approximately 4 hours and is delivered in one day at your company’s premises.
Certificate of participation
Following the training, all participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
Price
€645 excluding VAT (total price), plus travel expenses per training day, for a maximum of 15 participants.
What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a natural mineral composed of microscopic, fibrous crystals. These fibres are particularly strong, hard-wearing and resistant to heat and chemicals. As a result, asbestos used to be widely used in the construction industry, for example inroofs, cladding, pipes and insulation materials.
Although the material appears harmless at first glance, it becomes dangerous when asbestos fibres are released into the air. This happens, for example, when breaking, sawing or drilling into asbestos-containing material. Inhaled asbestos fibres can cause serious health problems, such as lung cancer, asbestosis (dust lung) and mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer of the lung or peritoneum. These diseases often appear years after exposure, making it important to prevent exposure from the start.
Belgian legislation regarding asbestos
In Belgium, asbestos was only completely banned in 2001, although its use had been restricted since the 1990s. This means that many buildings constructed before this period may still contain asbestos. Therefore, rules around the identification, management, demolition and removal of asbestos remain crucial to avoid exposure and health risks.
Belgian legislation on asbestos is laid down in various regulations, including the Royal Decree of 16 March 2006, which prescribes the protection of workers from asbestos. According to this legislation, it is mandatory to carry out a risk analysis before any work takes place in a building where asbestos may be present. It also requires workers who may come into contact with asbestos to undergo specific training to make them aware of the risks and learn the correct procedures.
There is also the Asbestos Abatement Plan 2022-2034, which aims to make Belgium asbestos-safe by 2034. This means removing asbestos from buildings and infrastructure as much as possible, especially in places where people may come into contact with asbestos fibres on a daily basis.
Asbestos removal
The demolition and removal of asbestos-containing material is subject tostrict regulations in Belgium. Only licensed and certified asbestos removal companies are allowed to carry out works involving the demolition and removal of large quantities of asbestos. For smaller operations, however, it is allowed to carry out operations yourself, provided proper training and protection.
In addition, there is a notification requirement for the removal of asbestos. Before removal can be started, a notification must be made to the competent authorities. An asbestos inventory must also be drawn up by a certified inspector for buildings constructed before 2001. This inventory lists where asbestos is present and what condition it is in.
Prevom: a recognised training partner
We attach great importance to the quality of our training courses. This is why we make every effort to continue to guarantee this high quality.
Prevom has obtained various qualifications and recognitions thanks to this proactive attitude.
More information on all our accreditations training can be found here.
Prevom is also an approved service provider by WSE (Work Social Economy) of the Flemish government. This entitles our training PAIII to Flemish training leave. Recognition number: ODB-1002616
Prevom has successfully completed a Qfor audit.
This quality label (aimed at training courses and consultancy) is indicative of the quality of our training courses.
We are committed to guaranteeing the quality of our training courses in various ways.
Prevom is a BeSaCC-approved examination centre. This means that Prevom is officially allowed to conduct exams for personal SCC certificates (SCC basic and SOS-SCC).
Prevom works together with various organisations in the construction sector.
Our customers are therefore eligible for a premium for certain relevant training courses (such as safety training for the construction sector).
As a white-collar worker belonging to Joint Committee 200, you will receive financial support from Cevora and can apply for a training grant.
Alimento groups the sectoral services offered to food industry workers and employers under the management of the social partners (PC 118 and PC 220).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Asbestos Identification Training (FAQ)
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Medically fit
- Master the training language
This training is for people who already have a certificate in asbestos simple operations and want to advance to work with more applications of asbestos, from recognition to removal.
- Asbestos recognition: what is asbestos and where can it occur?
- Have knowledge of the legislation regarding asbestos.
- The effective and safe handling of asbestos-containing materials.
- Knowledge of specific personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Proper use of specific personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Safe asbestos removal.
- Develop an understanding of asbestos-related challenges.
- How to identify suspected asbestos-containing materials
This can be achieved in several ways.
By email,phone 03 369 72 73 or via the contactform below.
Participants who succeed will …
- Understands the safety requirements for asbestos removal involving simple procedures.
- Understands what a work permit is.
- Understands the different friable and non-friable asbestos applications.
Volgende veiligheidsvoorschriften zijn gekend:
- The correct specific personal protective equipment (PPE), including white coveralls, a P3 mask and suitable protective gloves.
- Securing the work area and placing the appropriate signage.
Participants who successfully complete the course are able to identify the samples.
A projector and screen are required for this asbestos training course. We ask the client to provide this equipment. If this is not possible, please let us know.
The training location can be provided by the client, or we can arrange a suitable training facility upon request.
The asbestos recognition training lasts approximately 4 hours.
You will receive a certificate of participation from Prevom. This certificate will state that you have successfully completed the training.
If you have lost your attestation, it is best to discuss this with your employer. They can then contact Prevom.
We charge a €30 administrative fee for issuing a new certificate.
No, these training courses are exclusively for companies and are organized in-company.
We are happy to provide a solution tailored to your company’s needs.
Our experts travel all over Flanders to give your staff quality training.
Prevom operates a fair and transparent policy for its training courses – so there are no hidden or additional costs.
Both professional and private customers always receive a valid VAT invoice.
In the event of a no-show or cancellation by the client, the registration fee or invoice amount remains fully payable. The same applies when the customer requests a change of the appointment date within the two-week period preceding the scheduled appointment. The customer is entitled to reschedule the training once at no additional cost, provided that the request is submitted at least two weeks before the scheduled date.
If you do not participate in the examination or training, you will not be eligible to receive a certificate/attestation. To obtain a certificate/attestation, you must of course pass the examination/internal test.
We make every effort to ensure that no examination or training session is ever cancelled by Prevom. Mocht dit door uitzonderlijke redenen of extreme omstandigheden toch gebeuren, dan stellen wij u hier telefonisch of via mail van op de hoogte.
Prevom will provide a full refund of the registration fee in the event of cancellation, without any additional charges beyond the initial amount paid at the time of booking.
If it becomes apparent on the day of the training that the practical exercises cannot be carried out safely, we reserve the right to suspend the training without refunding the amount due.
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