Recognise asbestos and protect yourself!
WHAT DOES THIS RECOGNISING ASBESTOS AT THE RECYCLING PARK TRAINING COVER?
The use of asbestos has been banned since 2001, yet staff at the recycling park are still exposed to it daily.
Don't only think of the well-known corrugated sheets or slates; the asbestos danger lurks everywhere.
More than 3,500 products are known in which asbestos is the main raw material.
Inhaling asbestos fibres causes the following lung diseases: asbestosis, mesothelioma and asbestos-related lung cancer.
This training is aimed specifically at staff of container parks, recycling parks or waste intermunicipal companies where asbestos is received.
It is also recommended for their managers, environmental coordinator or environmental department.
Photo source: MIROM Roeselare
CONTENT
- Legislation and responsibilities
- Properties of asbestos and health risks upon exposure
- Types of products that may contain asbestos
- Actions that lead to exposure
- Prevention
- Health surveillance
- PPE and risk assessment
- Legal reception of asbestos from residents
- What do you accept? What not?
- How must the asbestos be delivered?
- Setting up selective collection for delivered asbestos
- Safe working methods for the disposal of waste
- First aid, emergency and decontamination procedures
- What to do after an asbestos fire?
- Communication and awareness-raising for residents
NO WORDS, BUT ACTIONS!
- Theoretical introduction with applied practical examples
- Preferably based on your internal risk analysis and photos
- Every participant receives a certificate of attendance
WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY?
The employer provides appropriate training to all workers exposed to asbestos.
This training is provided annually.
Asbestos legislation link: Code, book VI, title 3
Frequently asked questions
Who is this asbestos training for?
For staff of container parks, recycling parks or waste intermunicipal companies that receive asbestos, as well as their managers, environmental coordinator or environmental department.
Why is asbestos at the recycling park dangerous?
Inhaling asbestos fibres causes asbestosis, mesothelioma and asbestos-related lung cancer; there are more than 3,500 products containing asbestos.
Is the training legally mandatory?
Yes, the employer must provide appropriate training to all exposed workers, delivered annually (Code, book VI, title 3).