AEC Classroom learning

This module provides theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of asbestos sample identification using polarised light microscopy (PLM).

The module is at a proficiency level which must aim to provide the student with the practical knowledge and skills to be able to carry out the stated work. To pass the practical assessment for this module the candidate will normally need to have some practical experience with polarised light microscopy and or asbestos identification.

This module provides background and practical knowledge in surveying buildings for the presence of asbestos and how to take bulk samples. It also provides general guidance on management procedures to help minimise exposure to identified asbestos.

This module provides theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of fibre counting of asbestos air samples using phase contrast microscopy (PCM). In conjunction with P404 this will cover the requirements for 4-stage clearance testing.

This module provides theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of air sampling and clearance testing of asbestos. In conjunction with P403 this will cover the requirement for 4-stage clearance testing.

This module aims to provide practical knowledge and skills to be able to manage asbestos in buildings and a knowledge base to audit asbestos removal projects.

This module provides the student with the practical knowledge and skills to supervise and/or manage asbestos removal projects.

A 1/2 day training course providing delegates with refresher training based upon P400 modules. This training offers a pre-assessment to identify training needs and a written practical assessment.

Training certificates will be issued at the end of each course to successful delegates and would form an integral part of 'best practice' training requirements / records within your company. AEC will write to you annually so that you may pre-book any relevant refresher training.

The module provides a background and overview of the risk of legionella infetion and how it can be controlled in domestic type hot and cold water systems. This course is a pre-requirement before undertaking the P902 course - management and control of evaporative cooling systems and other high risk systems.

On successful completion, the student shall be able to demonstrate management and control in;

• Knowledge of the origins of legionella and the multiplication factors which allow it to proliferate in man-made water systems
• Identification of the main conditions that need to coincide for legionella infection to take place and how they can be used to control risk
• Awareness of legal requirements, approved codes of practice and best practice guidance
• Implementation of legionella control regimes with suitable monitoring programmes and records

This module provides a background and an overview of the risk of Legionella infection and how it can be controlled in Evaporative cooling and other high risk type Systems. It is a requirement of this course that candidates have successfully completed P901 - Legionella Management and control of domestic type hot and cold water services.

On successful completion, the student shall be able to demonstrate management control in:

• Identifying the common options for heat rejection devices other than open evaporative cooling systems
• Demonstrating an understanding of the basic principle of open evaporative cooling
• Outlining a risk assessment led approach to cooling tower fill pack removal for cleaning and also assessment of cleanliness
• Identifying the main types of open evaporative cooling devices and their key components
• Understanding in general terms the operation and importance of drift eliminators
• Outlining the principles of a Legionella control regime, including the key elements of chemical treatment and control; outline a suitable monitoring programme
• Outlining the hardness cycle, indicate the importance of neutralising the acid radical in calcium hydrogen carbonate
• Explain the primary effect and significance of base-exchange softening
• Outlining the conditions required for effective application of non-oxidising and oxidising biocides

This training is for those people whose work may cause them to disturb asbestos (non-licensed) on an irregular basis. The main aim is to demonstrate to delegates how to avoid exposure to asbestos. It complies with the guidance in ACoP L143.

The new Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 was implemented by the HSE on the 13th of November 2006. These regulations do repeal the current Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, as well as the Asbestos Licensing Regulations and Asbestos Prohibition Regulations, creating a single set of regulations, (e.g. Specific mandatory training for all trades liable to be exposed to asbestos.)

Essentially practical training, our non-licensable removal courses give delegates hands-on experience in the safe removal of non-licensable asbestos materials. Delivered at our purpose built practical training area at Trafford Park Manchester.