Last Updated on June 6, 2025 by Phil Collins

If you’re in construction or property management in London, you’ve probably heard plenty about asbestos regulations. But are your team properly trained to deal with this potentially deadly material? With thousands of older buildings across the capital still containing asbestos, proper training isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about keeping people safe.

Training That Makes Sense for Your Team

Different roles need different levels of training:

• Basic Awareness Course

This half-day session covers the essentials… What asbestos looks like, where you might find it and what to do if you suspect you’ve found some. It’s ideal for general construction workers, electricians, plumbers and anyone else who might accidentally encounter asbestos materials.

• Working with Non-Licensed Materials

For teams that need to handle certain types of asbestos-containing materials, this more hands-on course teaches safe handling techniques and control measures. It’s perfect for maintenance teams and contractors who occasionally need to work around asbestos.

• Specialist Training

For those in the asbestos removal industry, refresher courses keep skills sharp:

• Face fit testing for suitable respirator use
• Operative and supervisor refresher training
• Contracts manager courses

Fitting Training Around Your Business

We have worked with enough London construction firms to know that downtime costs money. That’s why training options include:

• Sessions at appropriate training facilities with all the right equipment
• On-site training at your premises or job sites for larger groups
• Combined courses to get everything done more efficiently
• Refresher options for those who just need to update their knowledge

Beyond the Legal Requirements

The regulations say you need training, but there are better reasons to get it done properly:

1. Site efficiency
2. Avoiding fines
3. Client confidence
4. Team morale
5. Liability protection

Keeping Your Team’s Training Current

The HSE recommends refresher training at least annually. The best approach is tracking everyone’s certifications and booking refresher sessions in good time. For new starters, getting them trained quickly is crucial, especially if they’re working on older properties.

Worth the Investment

With asbestos-related diseases still claiming lives across the UK, proper training remains essential. Whether you’re bringing new workers up to speed or making sure experienced hands stay sharp, good quality asbestos training is never a waste of money.

Most firms find that the confidence it gives their teams when approaching suspicious materials pays for itself the first time they correctly identify and safely manage an asbestos situation.

We are proud to offer the most competitive prices for asbestos training in London.

Our professional Asbestos Trainers have many years of practical experience and knowledge, so you’re in safe hands! We’ve worked with hundreds of companies providing asbestos training, from major blue chips to smaller local companies and individuals.

Our asbestos training is delivered in our own training rooms or yours if you’d prefer and is delivered in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

Speak to our asbestos training team in London team now on 0203 793 3078 or use the contact form.

Published May 23, 2025