BOHS S301 Asbestos and Other Fibres
| Course Duration: | 5 Days |
| Course Fee: | £765.00 + VAT per delegate |
| Exam Fee: | £95.00 (no VAT) |
| Re-sit Written Fee: | £95.00* (no VAT) |
| Re-sit Practical Fee: | N/A |
* A charge of £50 + VAT will be added to all re-sit exam fees (in addition to the BOHS exam fee) to cover venue costs. This charge will not apply to candidates who have praviously attended the course with Environtec.
Course Information
Who is it for?
This course is designed to enhance candidate’s knowledge of occupational hygiene practice in relation to fibrous dusts. The module concentrates on asbestos but also covers other fibres which are increasingly finding uses in industry e.g. MMMF, ARAMIDS. This course will benefit those working in asbestos consultancy as well as mainstream occupational hygiene, giving an understanding of the health risks associated with asbestos and other fibres as well as the means of evaluation & control.
Course Content
The course contains a wide range of topics including Asbestos and Other Fibres, Health Hazards and Exposure Limits, Legislation, Asbestos in Buildings and Surveys, Asbestos Removal and Clearance Testing, Air Sampling, Analysis of Bulk Samples, Fibre Counting. The course includes a full range of PowerPoint presentations, accompanying notes and additional course materials. Please follow the links below for further information on the course syllabus and practical assessment.
Assessment
This course contains a short answer questions examination under the supervision of a BOHS invigilator and a practical assessment undertaken by an independent assessor.
Qualification and Certificates
Successful completion of the course will give delegates the practical knowledge and skills to be able to manage a wide range of asbestos consultancy activities. A formal certificate is issued to successful candidates directly by BOHS.
Course Dates and Locations 2012
| Location | Dates | Status | Book the Course |
| Essex | 30th Jan - 3rd Feb | Closed | ![]() |
| Essex | 14th - 18th May | Closed | ![]() |
| Essex | 13th - 17th Aug | Places Available | ![]() |
| Essex | 12th - 16th Nov | Places Available | ![]() |
In-house courses are also available (minimum four delegates). Please contact us for further information.


BOHS S301 Syllabus