Asbestos Worker Program

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Our Asbestos Worker Program is suited to anyone working in the building and construction sector that requires the qualifications to legally remove non-friable asbestos.

This course is only available in select regional areas.

For funding information, see Course Details below or contact us (eligibility applies).

Phone 1300 13 60 02 Enquire now

Why enrol?

This course provides the skills and qualifications required to legally remove more than 10m² of non-friable asbestos as set out by the Work Health & Safety Regulation 2011 and the Code of Practice for the Safe Removal of Asbestos.

Course outline

How to prepare for asbestos removal
Preparing and isolating a work area/site
The asbestos removal process
The decontamination process
Cleaning up work sites
Using documentation in line with regulatory requirements.

Course inclusions

Starter pack with half-face respirator, coveralls, booties, gloves, safety glasses, contaminated waste bags, spray adhesive, wipes, barrier tape and hand tool, in a personal kit bag that can be decontaminated.

Note: Master Builders will not use asbestos-containing material in this training program.

Course details

Duration	Two days
Delivery	Face-to-face
Cost	Full course price: $1,075 (GST exempt) Funded course price: $850 (GST exempt)^ Fully subsidised for current active apprentices, cancelled apprentices or those that completed an apprenticeship less than a year ago (pay only $250 for the cost of the asbestos kit)* ^CSQ funds to a maximum of $225 for this course (subject to funding availability and eligibility criteria). *CSQ funds to a maximum of $281 for this qualification (subject to funding availability and eligibility criteria). This course is fully subsidised for eligible apprentices where they will only pay $250 for the cost of the asbestos kit. Discounts are available for employers with multiple workers who require the asbestos removal training. Call 1300 136 002 to check your eligibility and to enrol.
Outcome	Statement of Attainment
Course codes	CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry CPCCDE3014A Remove non-friable asbestos
Eligibility	Candidates must be able to demonstrate a sufficient level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills, be over 18 years of age, be physically able to undertake physical/practical components of the course, and provide photographic identification.

Upcoming dates

Choose a date and venue that suits you by choosing whether you're eligible for a fully funded option or can take advantage of our member price. Not sure which to choose or no dates that suit? Give us a call on 1300 13 60 02 for assistance or to register your interest for the next course date in your area.

Non-funded

Only available in selected regions. If you are not eligible for funding, choose from the below course options to book. The full price for both members and non-members is $1,075 (GST exempt). Check here to see if you're eligible for funding, or call us on 1300 13 60 02.

Funded

If you are eligible for funding, choose from the below course options to book. The funded price for both members and non-members is $850 (GST exempt)^. Check here to see if you're eligible for funding, or call us on 1300 13 60 02.

^CSQ funds to a maximum of $225 for this course (subject to funding availability and eligibility criteria). Discounts are available for employers with multiple workers who require the asbestos removal training.

Funded: apprentice

The below course options are for eligible students who qualify for the following: Fully subsidised training component for current active apprentices, cancelled apprentices or those that completed an apprenticeship less than a year ago^. An asbestos kit fee of $250 (GST exempt) is the only cost for eligible apprentices. Check here to see if you're eligible for funding, or call us on 1300 13 60 02.

^CSQ funding is currently available. CSQ funds to a maximum of $281 for this qualification (subject to funding availability and eligibility criteria).

Terms & conditions

Please read Master Builders training and licensing policies and Student Handbook prior to enrolment.

What our students say

Almat Constructions

The trainers were very knowledgeable and their methods of training excellent.

Shane Pearce

Classes were a good size. Greg Birchley (instructor) was excellent, very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Information was very easy to obtain when required.

CQG Consulting

Dennis the trainer tailored the training to my needs. His delivery of the material was effective and his experience was obvious and relative to the course.