Asbestos Awareness Level 1 (VTQ)

Asbestos Awareness Level 1 (VTQ) provides essential knowledge about identifying asbestos risks and preventing exposure.

Asbestos was widely used in UK construction from the 1950s through to the late 1990s. Any building constructed before 2000 may contain asbestos materials. When in good condition, asbestos-containing materials are generally safe; however, if damaged or disturbed, fibres can become airborne and pose serious health risks.

This course covers:

• What asbestos is and where it may be found
• The health risks associated with exposure
• How asbestos fibres become airborne
• Recognising potential asbestos-containing materials
• What to do if asbestos is suspected
• Legal responsibilities and HSE guidance

The certificate is valid for 3 years. In line with HSE recommendations, annual refresher training is advised to maintain awareness and compliance.

Asbestos Awareness training is essential for anyone who may encounter asbestos-containing materials during their work.

This online course allows you to train at your own pace, in your own time.

Professionals who may require this course include:

• Demolition workers
• Building contractors
• Roofers
• Agricultural workers
• Planners
• School maintenance staff

It is particularly important for those carrying out tasks such as:

• Drilling into asbestos-containing materials (including sampling and analysis)
• Laying cables in areas containing undamaged asbestos materials
• Removing asbestos-containing floor tiles
• Cleaning or repairing asbestos cement roofing or cladding

How It Works:

1. We sell access keycodes to ProTrainings online courses up to 25% below the RRP. Order the number of access keycodes you need for each course like any other product from First Aid 4 Less, checking out and completing your order as you normally would. You will need to order one keycode per course, per person. Keycodes can only be redeemed once and only work for the course specified.
2. When you have completed your order, we will email you with:

• A link to the training portal
• Your keycode(s) for the courses ordered
• A PDF of what to do next

3. If necessary, you can then distribute keycode(s) to other learners as required, or use the keycode(s) yourself if the training is for you. Remember, keycodes can only be redeemed once and only work for the course specified.
4. Learners can then sign up using the link to the training portal, www.protrainings.uk/signup/firstaid4less. Each learner needs their own personal account so certificates and training records are correct. Redeem keycodes by entering a keycode in the ‘Key or Referral Code’ box as part of the sign up form. This will then make the relevant course for that keycode appear on the training dashboard when first logging in.
5. If you already have a login or have multiple courses you wish to appear in your training dashboard, you can redeem more keycodes easily by clicking the ‘Redeem Keycode’ link when logged in. Adding a new keycode in here will then add the relevant course to your training dashboard.
6. Once you have signed up on the ProTrainings portal, all of the administration, including saving progress, training records, issuing certificates and access to the material, is stored within your training login. This is on the ProTrainings system and is separate to the FirstAid4Less website. The portal is simple and intuitive to use. Technical queries or questions regarding the training or content are handled by ProTrainings – call 01206 807587 or email support@protrainings.uk
7. All learners have ongoing access to training materials after completion of the course for several months, with the option of weekly training emails delivered straight to your inbox to keep your knowledge up to date and demonstrate ongoing learning.