International

At UKATA, our mission is to safeguard people around the world from the dangers of asbestos through the development and enforcement of rigorous training standards. As an industry-leading association, we empower our members to deliver training that meets the highest quality standards. Our role is to set these standards, verify their implementation, and audit training providers to maintain excellence.

Global Recognition: Being a UKATA-approved training provider is a mark of quality recognised internationally. It signifies that your training meets or exceeds the highest standards for asbestos safety, providing assurance to your clients and stakeholders.

Setting the Benchmark: We establish and maintain the standards that our members adhere to, ensuring that asbestos training worldwide is consistent, effective, and up-to-date with the latest regulations and best practices.

International Asbestos Awareness Syllabus: Our comprehensive syllabus is designed to provide a robust foundation in asbestos safety, tailored to meet the needs of various industries and regions. It covers essential topics such as asbestos identification, risk management, and legal requirements. You can download the syllabus here and learn how it can be integrated into your training programs.

Continuous Quality Assurance: UKATA conducts regular audits and assessments of our members to ensure ongoing compliance with our rigorous standards. This commitment to quality ensures that UKATA-approved training remains the benchmark for asbestos safety worldwide.

• Standards Development: We create and maintain the standards for asbestos awareness and safety training that our members deliver. These standards are designed to be adaptable to different countries’ legal requirements and industry needs, ensuring global relevance.
• Certification and Approval: Companies that meet our stringent criteria can become UKATA-approved training providers. This approval process includes thorough vetting, verification, and ongoing audits to maintain the highest levels of quality.
• Consultation and Policy Support: We work with international organisations and governments to help shape asbestos safety regulations and training standards. UKATA provides expert advice on creating effective frameworks for asbestos management and awareness.
• Global Network of Providers: Our members form an international network of trusted training providers who deliver UKATA-standard courses across various regions. This network helps disseminate high-quality asbestos safety training on a global scale.

Joining UKATA means becoming part of a respected community of professionals dedicated to asbestos safety. As a UKATA-approved provider, you’ll benefit from:

• Prestige and Credibility: Being UKATA-approved sets your company apart as a provider of high-quality, trusted asbestos training.
• Support and Resources: We offer our members access to resources, guidance, and updates to ensure they deliver the best possible training.
• Ongoing Compliance: Through our audit process, we help you maintain the highest standards, keeping your training up-to-date and effective.

By partnering with UKATA, you’re not just providing training—you’re upholding a global standard of excellence in asbestos safety. Whether you are looking to become an approved training provider, enhance your existing training programs, or seek expert advice on policy development, UKATA is here to support you.

Contact us today to learn how you can join the UKATA network and contribute to improving asbestos safety worldwide.

Join UKATA and be part of the global effort to ensure safe, high-quality asbestos training across the world.