Working safely in the presence of asbestos
Art. L.321-8(1) of the Labor Code provides for the obligation of occupational safety and health training focused on the workstation. Art. L.321-8 (5) of the French Labor Code specifies that employees working in hazardous positions must undergo appropriate training and periodic refresher courses in occupational health and safety.
The employer is required to provide appropriate training for all workers who are exposed or likely to be exposed to asbestos-containing dust. This training must be provided at regular intervals and at no cost to the workers. It must be provided before the start of any work involving exposure to asbestos (Art. 11bis of the GD of July 4, 2007).
Objectives
Prepare employees to work in places where they are exposed or likely to be exposed to asbestos-containing dust.
Content
Theory
- Properties of asbestos and its health effects, including the synergistic effect of smoking
- Types of products or materials that may contain asbestos
- Operations that may result in asbestos exposure and the importance of preventive controls to minimize exposure
- Safe work practices, controls and protective equipment
- Proper role, choice, selection, limitations and proper use of respiratory equipment
- Emergency procedures
- Decontamination procedures
- Waste disposal
- Medical Surveillance Requirements
- Asbestos legislation
Practice
- Setting the scene
Teaching methods
Alternating theoretical contributions and practical exercises
