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The IATP approach obviously struck a chord because membership has increased 500% in the space of the year, with more listing enquiries This time last year a group of like-minded asbestos training providers, having looked at now than ever before. the bodies available to represent them to industry and found them wanting, launched It hasn’t always been an easy year; some widespread, ingrained misconceptions in the the Independent Asbestos Training Providindustry were successfully addressed and IATP is ers. And what a difference a year makes. now recognised as a Partner Organisation of the HSE’s Hidden Killer campaign and our details From the outset, it was important to all can be found on their literature as well as the concerned that IATP should revitalise the HSE Infoline and website. Through these media, market by being open, transparent and IATP is helping the HSE to make a difference. democratic, as well as cost effective and proactive in the promotion of the TPs it listed. To that end, it was agreed that there would be no committees and no chairmen; instead every TP would have an equal voice and the option to vote on the issues as they arose through an interactive members’ forum.
Another vital ingredient of the IATP approach is how the TPs are presented to the clients. To this end the IATP website includes an innovative and unique table that filters TPs by the courses they provide and the regions in which they are offered.. Another advantage to the IATP table is that it includes
the details of the organisation that audited the TP’s courses, allowing the client to reassure themselves of both the standard of the audit and the standard of the training. Communication is such a vital part of an organisation such as the IATP and, again, this is well addressed. IATP TPs are sent regular information and updates about matters relating to training and the asbestos industry at large. In addition, IATP has a presence on such sites as BT Tradespace, Twitter, facebook, LinkedIn, etc, to ensure that listed TPs gain the maximum possible exposure. IATP has achieved a great deal in its first year and this year we plan to do even more. IATP – where excellence in training comes first.
MORE EXPOSURE FOR THE HIDDEN KILLER! This month HSE is taking further action to promote the messages of asbestos awareness by distributing nearly half a million refreshed campaign booklets to the tradesmen identified as being most at risk from asbestos exposure. In the last two weeks alone, 90,000 booklets have gone out by Direct Mail to electricians, joiners, plumbers and construction workers, and key stakeholders like IATP are joining the campaign by highlighting the key facts of asbestos awareness at promotional events and by distributing the campaign booklets. HSE has refreshed the campaign material to make it new and appealing, and the new booklet format has increased focus on the importance of training and protection for those that work with asbestos. There are also an excellent range of photos that show common hiding places for asbestos, and a checklist of simple things to remember
before starting work. campaign, and the support of stakeholders Feedback on the booklets has been excellent has been instrumental in keeping the and demand is high, so if any members messages in the public eye, so keep up the would like to order some, write with numbers good work! and address details to Asbestospackorders@hse.gsi.gov.uk Editorial contributed by HSE Asbestos Unit immediately! http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/hiddenkiller/ind HSE would also like to hear about any activities you have undertaken to support the Hidden Killer campaign and promote the messages of asbestos awareness, so please let them know what you’ve been up to – including feedback on the website and the campaign materials! Protecting these at-risk workers is vital, and with approximately 20 tradesmen dying every week from an asbestos-related disease making sure that training and advice is accurate and readily available is key. The Hidden Killer has been a hugely successful
REMEMBER: YOU’RE MORE AT RISK THAN YOU THINK – PROTECT YOURSELF!
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Independent Training News (ITN) HSG264 Asbestos: The Survey Guide – A Summary On 29th January 2010 the HSE released HSG 264 Asbestos: The Survey Guide. This document expands on and replaces MDHS 100. This document is aimed at those conducting Surveys, those who commission surveys and those with specific responsibilities for managing asbestos in accordance with Control of Asbestos Regulations (CAR) 2006. Main new features: Types of Asbestos Survey The management survey (akin to the Type 2 survey) is designed to locate, as far as reasonably practicable, the presence and extent of asbestos containing materials (ACM’s), so that the Duty holder can prepare a plan for the management of asbestos. ·Standard type of survey ·Types 1 and 2 no longer applicable ·Normal occupancy / activities ·Associated routine and simple maintenance / installations work ·Involve minor intrusive work e.g. accessing behind fascia and panels or superficial materials. ·Combination of sampling and presuming ACM's present ·Default presumption should be avoided, more difficult to manage e.g. lead to unnecessary removal of non-ACM's The refurbishment/demolition survey (akin to the Type 3 survey) is a much more intrusive survey, designed to locate all the ACM’s so they can be removed before the refurbishment (whether small scale or a large project) or demolition takes place.
·Includes minor refurbishment which involve structural or layout changes e.g. removal of partitions, walls etc. ·Needed for home improvement programmes e.g. new kitchens, bathrooms, electrics, plumbing, windows, roof etc. ·Does not need to assess condition of ACM's other than to indicate areas of damage or areas debris may be present apart from where removal may not take place for more than 3 months – need to assess condition of ACM's ·No access areas from previous survey must be accessed ·Textured coating: survey should identify the nature of the substrate and whether textured coating removal will be required ·Provides details of specific areas which should be inspected: Suspended ceiling, partition walls, cavity walls, apertures, floors, ducts, cladding, debris in boiler room, roof voids, DPC etc. ·Surveyed area must be fit for reoccupation – requires thorough visual inspection and reassurance air sampling with disturbance (areas with significant destruction) Planning Stage
print, for example excusing the surveyor from accessing areas above a certain height, to relieve him of his obligation to locate and manage asbestos. The duty holder should provide: ·clear information on the number of buildings to be inspected ·plans and relevant reports or surveys on the building design, structure and construction ·information as to the use of the buildings and any known hazards details of access arrangements to all relevant areas ·Avoidance of standard form of disclaimers/caveats, ineffectiveness to protect a negligent surveyor. ·Should not seek to escape liability for incompetent performance by reliance on standard form and widely drawn caveats. ·Should be adequately prepared for accessing areas such as ceiling voids, lofts, lift shafts, basements or high ceilings ·Any caveat MUST be agreed between the duty holder and the surveyor before commencement and documented in the survey report. The surveyor should provide: ·details of any caveats (see below) ·confirmation of any areas not accessed Continued below
·Purpose of survey? ·Should not accept restrictions on the surveyor's ability to access such areas. Under the new HSE guidance, the duty holder cannot simply take advantage of the small
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Independent Training News (ITN) HSG264 Asbestos: The Survey Guide A Summary - CONTINUED ·insurance details ·references from previous work ·names of surveyors ·timetable of work Carrying Out the Survey ·Detailed instructions to the surveyor and largely reproduces in expanded form the contents of MDHS 100 and the same applies in relation to the presentation of results ·New sections on survey strategy for domestic sector ·Clearer definition for Strong presumption and presumed (default situation) ·Product ‘location & use’ section updated ·Greater detail on conducting refurbishment/demolition surveys
·Should check for AIB off-cuts ·For cement products - if bulk analysis is inconclusive (e.g. Chrysotile & Amosite are detected) then water absorption test should be carried out to determine if AIB or AC ·Contract monitoring by duty holder e.g. to check accuracy of survey report and against the original tender; plans are clear and accurate; all rooms and areas have been accessed, sufficient samples taken; any obvious discrepancies and inconsistencies. Clarity of Report Two more sections on reporting requirements: ·Executive summary - describe the scope, type and extent of survey and include the summary of identified/presumed ACM’s, no access areas, ACM’s with high material
assessment scores, clear notes on any actions (and priorities) ·Conclusions and actions – summarise the rooms/products/items which contain ACM’s and material (or the priority assessment) to indicate their urgency Quality Assurance & Quality Control ·New requirement for non-accredited organisations/surveyors – Should implement an effective quality management system (ISO 9001 as a minimum) ·5% of all surveys are re-inspected ·Audit of completed surveys ·Survey reports should be checked by an authorised person before issuing to client Editorial contributed by Mr M Lopacki NATAS (National Asbestos Training and Accreditation Scheme)
WHY JOIN THE GMB ?
Membership of a Trade Union is sometimes regarded as an outdated thing but it has become even more essential today for both the workforce and their employers. GMB's work on developing asbestos awareness and negotiating with the government and the HSE on behalf of both its members and the whole of the public is well recorded. They have been consistent advocates of proper certified training and have supported all the Asbestos training providers over many years. The Independent sector is often overlooked but I view its support as being essential to provide a true picture of the training world as it is and not as it is often portrayed.
health and safety performance, far exceeding that of any delivered by the private sector. Training is seen as the key.
Most of the most successful and well respected companies in the East Midlands have a working partnership between management and workers through joint bodies. Examples local to me are Rolls Royce, Toyota, Bombadier and Boots all are able to thrive due to highly developed and well used systems of communication. These companies and many others with an active trade union joint health and safety committee deliver massive gains in
There are over 15,000 workplace reps who give up their time to represent their colleagues. These are supplemented by teams of full time organizers and staff at both regional and national level. GMB's training is first class and recognized through the (Open College Network) OCN. This enables them to negotiate, advise and represents fellow members of the GMB. This approach allows a format acceptable to both sides and is
consistent with the present day legal position. by using a collective approach to terms and conditions, welfare and health and safety it is possible to reach a consensus without Workplace representatives are fully trained in protracted discussion with individuals or an Labour Law and Health and Safety matters are imposed decision that is resented by the often called upon to advise managers about workforce. such issues. These reps have access to the most up to date information available and Richard Morgan have regular update bulletins and refresher GMB Derby Office W: training. Independent researchers from Sussex http://www.gmb.org.uk/home.aspx University have proven that being part of a company with an organised trade union infrastructure makes one twice as safe as a non union one.
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