ATaC - RSPH Level 3 Award in Asbestos Bulk Analysis Training

To successfully undertake this exam only option, candidates should ensure that they have prior knowledge of all areas which are defined within the syllabus and have gained the skills required to undertake bulk analysis of asbestos samples.

This Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) qualification has been designed to ensure that candidates can demonstrate that they understand the theory and have the practical knowledge and skills required to undertake bulk analysis of asbestos samples.

This qualification is recognised by UKAS for this purpose of LAB 30 ‘Application of ISO/IEC 17025 for Asbestos Sampling and Testing’, which states that all asbestos analysts carrying out air monitoring and 4 stage clearances must hold formal recognised qualifications (in addition to demonstrable knowledge, experience and in-house training).

Candidates are assessed on their practical competence, which culminates in a written exam (short answer questions), which is set and administered in conjunction with RSPH.

The units covered are:

• What is asbestos?
• Uses, health effects and legislation
• Theory of asbestos bulk analysis
• Perform the tasks of bulk analysis of asbestos samples

On successful completion of the exam and practical task candidates will be awarded a nationally recognised RSPH certificate.

Pre-requisites

• Candidates are required to have prior knowledge and sufficient practical experience.
• Also candidates should complete the pre-reading before attendance.

Duration

Three days at an ATaC/ARCA centre.
Exam only and re-sit days are run on the last Friday of every scheduled qualification.