The BOHS P405- Management of Asbestos in Buildings course is the industry-standard qualification for asbestos management. It provides learners with the skills required to identify, assess and reduce asbestos-related risks. The course also covers the safe handling and removal of asbestos, making it essential for ensuring compliance with relevant safety legislation.
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The Level 4, BOHS P405- Management of Asbestos in Buildings (including Asbestos Removal) qualification is the industry-standard course for professionals involved in asbestos management or those at risk of asbestos exposure.
Delivered over four days, it covers key topics such as UK asbestos legislation, risk mitigation, and best practice for handling and managing asbestos.
Developed by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), this globally recognised qualification provides learners with the competence to manage asbestos risks effectively and ensure organisational compliance with UK legislation, guidance and policy.
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Helps ensure the business meets UK COSHH Regulations by training staff correctly.
Staff understand how to identify and control hazardous substances, lowering risk.
Fewer incidents, safer processes and more confident staff lead to smoother operations.
Shows commitment to employee wellbeing and encourages safe working behaviours.
Acquire a recognised BOHS qualification that supports careers in maintenance, facilities management, construction, and health and safety.
Learn best practice and procedure for asbestos management, helping to protect yourself and others from exposure,
Take on additional responsibility in your role by leading asbestos related safety practices and procedures.
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The Management of Asbestos in Buildings (including Asbestos Removal) course is suitable for anyone responsible for, or who assists with the management of asbestos, or areas where asbestos is potentially present. This includes:
Building Managers
Construction or demolition supervisors
Asbestos removal specialists
The duration of the BOHS P405- Management of Asbestos in Buildings (including Asbestos Removal) course can be studied in-house and is 5 days long.
The syllabus of the BOHS P405- Management of Asbestos in Buildings (including Asbestos Removal) course is divided into 4 sections:
Legislation
Management of Asbestos in Buildings
Asbestos Remediation
Role of the Laboratory/Analysts
Upon completion of the course, the candidate will:
Understand the legal framework and how it applies
Understand the different survey types and their requirements
Develop an action plan and properly manage asbestos
Identify appropriate asbestos remediation procedures
Understand the air monitoring required following asbestos remediation
The BOSH P405: Management of Asbestos in Buildings (including Asbestos Removal) course has a 3 part assessment:
The Practical Assessment
This assessment tests:
The conversion of survey data into a building management action plan
The thorough appraisal of contractor documentation and methods
How to carry out inspections of an enclosure and hygiene unit both prior to works and post remediation
An understanding of the roles played by the various parties including the client, contractor’s contract manager and supervisor, HSE Inspector/EHO, analyst and TU representative, etc and appreciate the pressures and demands on various parties during an asbestos removal project
Written Examination 1
This is an open-book examination comprising of approximately 35 (140 marks) short-answer questions illustrated by photographs and diagrams as appropriate to be answered in 120 minutes.
The examination covers sections 1 and 2 of the syllabus.
Written Examination 2
This is an open-book examination comprising of approximately 35 (140 marks) short-answer questions illustrated by photographs and diagrams as appropriate to be answered in 120 minutes.
The examination covers sections 3 and 4 of the syllabus.
The pass mark for both written assessments is 55%, with a requirement to reach at least 45% of the available marks in each section of the syllabus.
After completing the course, learners can expand their knowledge by studying other courses focused on hazard substances, including:
Many learners also progress into health and safety careers by studying the NEBOSH General Certificate, the global benchmark for health and safety training.
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