CPCCDE4008

Supervise Asbestos Removal

Course Overview

Supervise Asbestos Removal course specifies the outcomes required to supervise the removal process for friable and non-friable asbestos containing material (ACM).

The unit includes planning for and supervising the removal process, including preparing the work area and the worksite, using safe and compliant removal practices, maintaining safety procedures, and supervising the decontamination and removal processes.

Ensuring compliance with the asbestos removal control plan (ARCP) is central to the effective performance of the role.

Licensed asbestos assessors must conduct and document required air monitoring, testing, and certification processes according to legislation.

Supervisors must complete work in compliance with relevant legislation, the Code of Practice for the Safe Removal of Asbestos, industry guidelines, customer and organisational requirements, as well as work health and safety (WHS) policies and regulatory standards.

All supervisors overseeing the ACM removal process must complete this unit.

Candidates aiming to supervise friable ACM removal must complete CPCCCDE4008, while those overseeing non-friable ACM removal need CPCCCDE3014.

Where Can This Qualification Take You?

Learn to safely plan and undertake the Supervision of asbestos removal works, anywhere in Australia. (All asbestos removal must be conducted by a Licenced entity – Class A or Class B)

This course applies, if you are Supervising removal of asbestos under a WorkSafe B Class Restricted Asbestos Licence, or A Class Unrestricted Asbestos Licence. This unit is a requirement for all persons supervising asbestos removal workers in Australia.

Prerequisites & Course Requirements

PRE-REQUISITE UNIT:

CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (or equivalent) and CPCCDE3014 Remove Non-friable Asbestos is required prior to completing this course.

Additionally:

Persons must be 18 years of age or older
Photo ID must be presented i.e. current drivers licence, passport or proof of age card.
Basic numeracy skills.
Basic English language and literacy
USI Number
Appropriate clothing (Hi Vis shirt, long pants, with steel cap boots)

How Is the Course Delivered?

The CPCCDE4008 course is delivered through face-to-face training, on site at your preferred suitable location, ensuring you gain hands-on experience in a controlled environment.

The course is designed to be completed in up to one (1) days, giving you a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications.

What Will You Learn?

Plan supervision of asbestos removal: Obtain and interpret work instructions, client’s brief, asbestos register. Develop asbestos removal control plan (ARCP) and safe work method statements (SWMS). Inspect worksite to identify scope of job and conduct initial preparations according to ARCP and SWMS. Identify and notify regulator and all parties affected by removal of ACM. Confirm staffing and competency requirements for the job. Confirm health monitoring of workers is being undertaken. Calculate quantity of ACM to be removed and materials and equipment required for the job. Identify licensed asbestos disposal facility for transport and disposal of asbestos . Prepare and plan for air monitoring and a clearance inspection by a licensed asbestos assessor (friable) or competent person (non-friable). Identify, source and ensure serviceability of plant, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE). Plan work schedules to ensure compliant supervision of the asbestos removal job.
Oversee the preparation for asbestos removal: Maintain required on-site records. Ensure PPE for workers is provided and stored on site. Ensure signage and barricades are erected to delineate the asbestos work area. Manage the serviceability checks for equipment and tools conforming with manufacturer specifications. Ensure that utilities are deactivated and secured. Identify asbestos waste storage and waste transit route.
Supervise compliant testing: Communicate with the licensed asbestos assessor to ensure compliance with legislative requirements for air monitoring and enclosure integrity. Check conformity of air monitoring test result in consultation with licensed asbestos assessor. Notify health and safety regulator if air monitoring levels are above 0.02 fibres/millilitre. Post daily air monitoring readings on the worksite.
Supervise removal and decontamination processes: Manage ongoing serviceability checks for equipment and tools conforming with manufacturer specifications. Supervise removal of asbestos. Organise removal of ACM waste from site according to environmental regulatory obligations and ARCP. Supervise facilities and processes to ensure compliant decontamination of workers, work area and worksite. Secure site until clearance inspection is undertaken and clearance certificate has been received. Upon receiving clearance certificate ensure decontaminated plant, tools and equipment are removed from the work area. Supervise the dismantling of enclosures and relevant equipment (friable) and clean up.

Course Structure and Assessment

Students will be assessed through a combination of practical demonstrations, scenario-based assessments, and written or verbal questioning.

This comprehensive assessment process ensures you are fully competent in all aspects of basic scaffolding before being awarded your qualification.

Licensing and Certification

Upon successful completion of this unit, you will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for:

CPCCDE4008 – Supervise Asbestos Removal.

Course Fees

The CPCCDE4008 course is available for $400

Please note:

High Risk Training Academy (HRTA), deliver and assess this course under a third-party agreement with Halo Nation Training RTO #32485.

Certificates are issued by Halo Nation Training after all documentation has been submitted and course fees paid.

Halo Nation Training issue your certificate upon successful completion of your course, typically within 7-10 business days.

If you have any questions about this qualification, course dates or what else we can offer you, please contact our friendly staff via our online enquiry form, email, or over the phone 0410 867 367.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Students must complete the course via Learning and Assessment Pathway.

RPL Not Available on this unit.

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