What is Regulation 4 of the Control of asbestos Regulations 2012?

Its purpose is to establish the presence and extent of any asbestos containing materials (ACMs) in the building which could be damaged or disturbed during normal occupancy, maintenance or new installations, and to assess its condition. It may involve minor intrusive work and some disturbance.

Does HSE cover Northern Ireland?

Together, HSENI and the local councils cover all work situations in Northern Ireland that are subject to the Health and Safety at Work (Northern Ireland) Order 1978.

How many types of asbestos training are there?

There are three types of asbestos training: Awareness Training (CAT A) Training for work with asbestos that does not require a license from the HSE (CAT B) Training for asbestos work that does require a license from the HSE (CAT C)

Who is the duty holder for asbestos?

The dutyholder is the owner of the non-domestic premises or the person or organisation that has clear responsibility for the maintenance or repair of non-domestic premises, for example through an explicit agreement such as a tenancy agreement or contract.

Who is responsible for managing asbestos?

The person with duty to manage asbestos is called the ‘duty-holder’. Under Regulation 4 of the CAR, any duty holder is required to take particular steps to comply with the law.

What powers does the HSE and Hseni have?

take appropriate enforcement action in relation to any non-compliance, ranging from advice on stopping dangerous work activities to potentially taking prosecutions where people are put at serious risk. provide advice and guidance to help you comply with the law and avoid injuries and ill health at work.

What does the Riddor Act cover?

RIDDOR is the law that requires employers, and other people in charge of work premises, to report and keep records of: work-related accidents which cause deaths. work-related accidents which cause certain serious injuries (reportable injuries) certain ‘dangerous occurrences’ (incidents with the potential to cause harm)

Can you do asbestos awareness Online?

The E-Learning Asbestos Awareness package is all delivered online so you can learn at a PC or any mobile device, complete the course and assessment and receive your certificate any time, anywhere.

How long does a asbestos awareness certificate last?

12 months
Although there is no legal requirement to repeat asbestos awareness training, the HSE recommends that a refresher training course be undertaken every 12 months, or as necessary, to ensure that employees are kept aware of the possible risks.

Who has responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

Don’t forget, employees and the self employed have important responsibilities too. It is an employer’s duty to protect the health, safety and welfare of their employees and other people who might be affected by their business. Employers must do whatever is reasonably practicable to achieve this.

Who is responsible for carrying out risk assessment for asbestos?

Whoever carries out the risk assessment must: be competent to do the risk assessment. carry it out before work begins and allow enough time to put appropriate precautions in place. make sure the assessment is job specific and considers all aspects of the work.

Who is responsible for identifying the location and condition of asbestos?

duty-holder
As stated in Regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, the ‘duty-holder’ is responsible for identifying the presence of asbestos containing materials (ACMs) and its condition in non-domestic premises during its normal day to day running.