Asbestos Removal Supervisor

Course Information

This unit standard specifies the outcomes required to supervise the removal process for friable and non-friable asbestos containing material (ACM). CLICK HERE to see our public course dates.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:

• plan for asbestos removal;
• prepare site for removal;
• supervise testing, compliance, and documentation in consultation with the assessor and the asbestos revivalist;
• oversee removal and decontamination processes; and
• supervise and support team members.

When removing asbestos what training is required?

Applying for an asbestos removal licence

This guide below outlines what PCBUs need to know when applying for a new asbestos
removal licence or for the renewal of an existing asbestos removal licence from WorkSafe New Zealand (WorkSafe). WorkSafe will make a decision whether to grant or renew a licence based on the information and evidence provided by the applicant.

WKS-17-asbestos-removalist-applicant-guide.pdf

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Expert Delivery:

Besafe Training Ltd is proud to partner with SQN Consulting Ltd to deliver NZQA-accredited training in asbestos health and safety courses. Through this collaboration, we combine SQN’s industry expertise with Besafe’s Category 1 status as an NZQA-accredited Private Training Establishment (PTE), ensuring the highest level of quality in every course.

As an NZQA Approved Subcontractor, SQN delivers these courses on behalf of Besafe Training Ltd, who reports all credits to the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF). With Besafe’s rigorous quality management systems, you can be sure that the NZQA qualifications you receive meet the highest standards. This partnership allows us to broaden our course offerings and bring you industry-leading, expert-led Asbestos training sessions.

Book now or explore our Asbestos training schedule – Discover how our combined expertise can help you and your team stay safe and compliant in the workplace. For a full list of Besafe’s Asbestos courses, visit the course catalogue.

Applies to

Entry Requirements

• three years relevant industry experience in removing friable asbestos for a Class A asbestos removal licence
• one year’s relevant industry experience removing non-friable asbestos for a Class B asbestos removal licence