Foundational Awareness
Foundational asbestos awareness and abatement training for workers who need to understand asbestos hazards, ACMs, safe practices, and the Level 1 certification step.
Course outcome
Certification Card, 3-Year Validity
WorkSafeBC-Approved Training & Certification
Renew before the 3 years validity period expires. Ask about recertification.
Overview
The Asbestos Awareness & Abatement Level 1 is an 8-hour online course designed to help students gain the knowledge about asbestos, its potential health risks, and safe practices for identifying and handling asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
The course aims to raise awareness among individuals who may encounter asbestos in their work or living environments, empowering them to take necessary precautions to prevent asbestos exposure and protect their health and the health of others.
Requirements may vary by employer, site, role, or applicable authority. Confirm acceptance where needed before relying on a course for a specific workplace requirement.
Who this course is for
Training details
Course outline
Admission and assessment
Course requirements are completed online.
Employer group training
Employers can request Level 1 awareness training for multiple workers, coordinate learner details, and confirm certification requirements before scheduling.
Share learner count, timing, and delivery needs so Northwest Skills can follow up with group options.
Internal approval
Northwest Skills can provide quotes, course outlines, schedules, and program details for internal review and approval.
Why choose Northwest Skills
Northwest Skills Institute is a WorkSafeBC Authorized Asbestos Abatement Training Provider supporting learners and employers with registration, course information, certification coordination, and training-record details.
Instructor information is provided with confirmed course delivery details.
Reviews
Easy to follow, and kept it on track and easy to follow along, great learning environment.
TylerCourse was great and easy to follow.
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View CourseCommon questions
Level 1 is the foundational awareness course. Confirm the required level with your employer, site, or applicable authority before registering if you are unsure.
Asbestos Awareness & Abatement Level 1 is delivered online.
Yes. Employers can request group training and provide learner count, timing, and delivery details for follow-up.
Yes. The asbestos pathway page explains the Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 progression at a high level.