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Asbestos analyst and surveyor (level 3)

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Information about Asbestos analyst and surveyor (level 3)

Performing an essential role in the identification, analysis and monitoring of asbestos materials.

• Knowledge, skills and behaviours:
  View knowledge, skills and behaviours

  Knowledge

  • How asbestos use changed with time
  • How asbestos regulations have changed and the impact this has had on the use of asbestos in buildings and how this may affect identification
  • Phased prohibition of different types of asbestos fibres and products
  • Why asbestos was used in buildings
  • Why and where asbestos was used in buildings and techniques to be used to identify and locate it
  • What buildings are likely to contain asbestos and where
  • The different asbestos regulations and guidance documents relevant to their role being performed
  • How regulations apply in different workplaces and environments
  • The collection and monitoring of airborne asbestos fibres
  • How to collect and analyse samples using microscopy
  • How to perform buildings inspections for the presence of asbestos
  • The requirements of The Health & Safety Executive, United Kingdom Accreditation Service and other technical documentation

  Skills

  • Operate a range of sampling equipment to identify asbestos
  • To maintain, calibrate and repair measuring and sampling equipment
  • To use different types of microscopes suitable for the analytical work being performed
  • To use specialist plant and machinery for the task being undertaken
  • Undertake surveys suitable for the management of asbestos in buildings
  • Undertake surveys for the refurbishment or demolition of buildings
  • Provide information about asbestos risks to property managers
  • Provide guidance to property owners and managers on actions to be taken when asbestos is present
  • Analyse samples for the presence of asbestos fibres in a range of materials using chemical preparation, morphologically and composition
  • Report on the presence of the regulated asbestos types found within samples
  • Undertake the collection of air samples including personal, background, reassurance and clearance sampling
  • Perform fibre counting using Phase Contrast Microscopy and calculate and report on the findings of this analysis
  • Undertake the necessary additional checks required to ensure the samples meet regulatory requirements, such as visual inspections of work areas and enclosures
  • Review and assess method statements and risk assessments
  • Document findings and report on those findings

  Behaviours

  • Act in a professional manner demonstrating both impartiality and integrity as per HSE and UKAS requirements
  • Be environmentally aware, showing a willingness to minimise their impact upon the working environment in line with guidance provided by HSE
  • Display a willingness to work within a team to achieve an end goal and to provide the necessary support in reaching that goal
  • Be customer-focussed, understanding the importance of ensuring information is delivered clearly and in an easy-to-understand way for customers and employers need to ensure information is clear to members of the public and employers
  • Be able to work alone and make decisions necessary to ensure a satisfactory outcome is achieved within the regulatory framework
  • Be proactive in their own development and willing to commit to lifelong learning and development
  • Maintain the confidentiality of information and provide high levels of customer service
• Apprenticeship category (sector): Construction and the built environment
• Qualification level: 3; Equal to A level
• Course duration: 24 months
• Maximum funding: £6,000 ; Maximum government funding for ; apprenticeship training and assessment costs.

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