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This training will give you the skills and knowledge required to supervise the removal process for friable and non-friable asbestos containing material (ACM). It includes planning for and supervising the removal process, including preparing the work area and the work site, using safe and compliant removal practices, maintaining safety procedures, and supervising the decontamination and removal processes.
Ensuring compliance with the asbestos removal control plan (ARCP) is central to the effective performance of the role. This includes ensuring and documenting required air monitoring and other testing. Certification processes are conducted by licensed asbestos assessors according to legislation.
This unit is required for all supervisors of the ACM removal process. Candidates are advised to check for regulatory requirements in the ACT.
This training achieves a unit from the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40110).
Qualification: Qualification: |
Statement of Attainment - training in Supervising Asbestos Removal [extract from CPC40110] |
Program No: Program No: |
SA-BD11 |
Campus: Campus: |
CIT Bruce |
Duration: Duration: |
Weekend workshop |
Cost Info: Cost Info: |
Enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. Subject costs identified as Full Fee receive no government subsidy. Concessions are not available. The fees below apply unless training as an apprentice or trainee. |
Indicative Cost: Indicative Cost: |
$400 |
Likely Job Outcome: Likely Job Outcome: |
On successful completion of this program you will be able to apply for an asbestos awareness card from WorkSafe to work in the asbestos removal industry. Asbestos removal supervision from domestic or commercial construction work sites, covering demolition or new work sites, renovation, extensions or restorations. |
Enrolment Type: Application Type: |
Full Fee |
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Additional Information
Candidates are advised to check for regulatory requirements in NSW and ACT.
Skills Recognition
Entry Requirements
You must have a relevant Certificate III Trade qualification or equivalent skills and knowledge AND a current Induction Card.
A current Induction Card is required for access to a building site where the supervision of asbestos removal is commonly conducted. It is also a pre-requisite requirement for this program. To gain this card and to do the training in Supervising Asbestos Removal you must successfully complete the unit CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. It is available for study in SA-TS25 training in Construction Induction.
Literacy and numeracy assessments may be conducted prior to program commencement.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 1
Core: complete 1
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For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au