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Training Course Portfolio

Training Course Portfolio

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Every employer must make sure that anyone who is liable to disturb asbestos during their normal work, or who supervises those employees, gets the correct level of information, instruction and training so that they can work safely and competently without risk to themselves or others.

There are three main levels of information, instruction and training. These relate to:

Attending a training course on its own will not make a worker competent. Competence is developed over time by implementing and consolidating skills learnt during training, on-the-job learning, instruction and assessment.

It is important that the level of information, instruction and training is appropriate for the work and the roles undertaken by each worker (and supervisor). Using a training needs analysis (TNA) will help to identify what topics should be covered to ensure workers have the right level of competence to avoid putting themselves or others at risk.

HSE Says No Dry Cutting of Engineered Stone Ahead of Inspection Crackdown

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has today (11th May 2026) announced a major package of measures to protect workers from the dangers of engineered stone dust, includ
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UK Retailer Recalls Products Due to Possible Asbestos Contamination

A recent product recall issued by Dunelm serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance when it comes to hazardous materials in consumer products.On 7th May 2026, Du
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UKATA Showcases Training Portfolio at The Health & Safety Event 2026

UKATA successfully returned to The Health & Safety Event 2026, held from 28-30 April at the NEC Birmingham, where the association engaged with health and safety professio
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University Fined after Two Employees Develop Occupational Asthma

Cardiff University has been fined £280,000 after two employees developed occupational asthma because of exposure to animal allergens in the workplace.Britain’s workplace
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