Who is this course for?
This course is for Employees, DIYers, Trades and Maintenance Workers looking to gain some practical knowledge in order to perform basic maintenance on or near asbestos including removal up to 10m2 of non-friable (bonded) asbestos.
This translates to anyone who may disturb, clean up, or remove small quantities of asbestos who are not required to have a removal licence but must be adequately trained. This includes small jobs such as cutting/drilling, sanding, cleaning up of debris, fixing to asbestos cement sheet, and many others.
Why should I do this course?
- This course satisfies the basic skills and knowledge requirements for trades, maintenance, and labourers to work with small quantities of asbestos as specified under criteria within WHS regulation in Australia and New Zealand.
- This course satisfies the CITB funding subsidy in South Australia (updated Level 2 Workshop).
Entry requirements
The prerequisites to this course are:
- A good understanding of English language (minimum year 9 level literacy/numeracy and communication)
- Statements of Attainment or transcript for:
- 11084NAT Course in Asbestos Awareness OR
- 10675NAT Course In Asbestos Awareness
- Photo ID on the day (driver’s license/passport or similar)
- Need help? Learn more about prerequisite requirements
What are the essential elements of the course?
- Understanding licensing requirements and restrictions on unlicensed work.
- Understand basic regulatory code requirements.
- How to safely:
- Use and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Make safe asbestos products.
- Drill holes in asbestos.
- Work in the vicinity of asbestos insulation.
- Perform basic surface (emu/chicken) picks.
- Remove up to 10m2 of non-friable (bonded) asbestos.
- Use approved HEPA vacuum equipment.
- Sample material to identify asbestos content.
- Basic requirements for safe re-occupation including air monitoring
- Group discussion about particular jobs.
- Prices are provided as a guide and are dependent on venue, location, group number, and subsidy eligibility (if applicable). Price will be confirmed during the enquiry/enrolment process. Remember, there is no commitment to register your interest so feel free to contact us so we can establish the most cost effective solution for your needs.
- If you live in SA and are CITB eligible, this course is subsidised and you pay the discounted price instead of the full price. This applies when you present your up-to-date/eligible CITB number to us, prior to training commencement for a CITB funded course.
How long will it take?
4 hours
Face to Face training
with our qualified trainers.
Where is the Training?
We have three options:
- At our new Training Facility at 34a Smith Street, Walkerville SA 5081
- At your premises, or
- In a training facility close to you
What do I need to bring?
As long as you have completed all the enrolment details you won’t need to bring anything else.
We provide all training material, resource references, and a pen to write notes.
Course Delivery and Assessment
Delivery
Delivery includes Power point, case studies, group discussion, and practical exercises.
Assessment
Assessment includes a multiple choice test and practical participation.

What do I receive upon successful completion?
A Certificate of Completion and Blue Card are issued. The card can be conveniently kept in your wallet, readily available to demonstrate to regulators and clients your compliance with training.
* Certificates and cards are issued once all enrolment information is received and full payment is made.
Language, Literacy or Numeracy problems?
We can assist. Contact us.
How do I enquire or register my interest in a course?
You can do it in one of two ways:
Register your interest online
Simply ring or email us
There is no commitment when you register your interest or enquire – it’s just a way of connecting and understanding your needs.
We can answer any questions
We can help you with:
• what course is the most suitable
• what dates are available
• your needs as an individual or a group
• the most convenient training location
• general enrolment queries
Flexible course options
Many of our courses and dates are tailored to groups or individuals. They are often not advertised as upcoming scheduled training events, or at any specific location.
Train anywhere in Australia
We are not limited by any specific location, and can train at your facilities or at a training facility near you.
What this course does and does not do?
- This training fulfils the basic skills and knowledge requirements to help perform minor maintenance and removal activity under WHS guidelines.
- The unique course content is based on combined knowledge drawn from other formal accredited courses, audits, and case studies to bring to attention the work health and safety requirements for those considering working on small quantities or near asbestos.
- This course does not represent a removal licence or permission to remove asbestos containing material without a license and/or government notification. Practical training for physical maintenance, encapsulation or removal is provided in Working with Asbestos, or Class B and Class A removal training courses.
- This course does not represent on-site verification of competency or site assessment and does not abdicate the PCBU’s or their representatives’ responsibility to implement their own safe management systems.
CITB Subsidies (SA ONLY)
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) provides training subsidies for people who work in the Construction Industry and who live in South Australia. In order to access training subsidies, you will first need to apply for an eligible worker ID number with the CITB.
This ID number must be quoted when you book on to any of our courses with CITB subsidy.
If you are an employer in the Construction Industry, we recommend that you ensure that all new employees are registered with the CITB and have an eligible worker ID number when they commence work with you. It is also wise to keep a check on the expiry date, as your CITB number is not valid/eligible if it has expired.
To apply for a CITB ID Number or re-new your CITB ID Number, please visit www.citb.org.au and follow the link on the homepage.
For further information please contact the CITB on (08) 8172 9500.
Need help?
Can’t retrieve your old CITB number when you are pretty sure you have one? Struggling to get a new number, or renewal?
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