High Quality & Industry Specific Asbestos Training to meet your needs.
At our core, we are driven by a mission to empower individuals with the expertise and passion of our experienced, qualified asbestos consultants. We are dedicated to sharing their wealth of knowledge with you.
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Our Course Catalogue
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Course Duration: 4 hours
Price: $165.00- $227.00 + GST per person - Online & in person. Company bookings are available.
Who is it for?
Those working on and managing any premises built or refurbished before the year 2000 – i.e. Maintenance staff, Electricians, Plumbers, Gas Fitters, Decorators, Joiners, Plasterers, Demolition and Construction Workers.
What will you learn?
The course provides information on core regulatory requirement for effective Asbestos Management, the properties of asbestos and associated health risks. It helps build confidence in identifying products and materials that typically contain asbestos, the emergency procedures to be followed and how to avoid the risks from Asbestos Containing Materials.
Option to complete NZQA US30596 Demonstrate knowledge of asbestos and safety measures for asbestos related work.
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Course Duration: 1 day
Price: $562.12* +GST per person - Company bookings are available.
*See combined Class A & B course for a combo deal
Who is it for?
Those working for a licensed asbestos removal contractor who holds a Class B asbestos removal licence. You will achieve NZQA unit standard 29765. This course is also useful for those who want to carry out unlicensed asbestos removal (10m2 or less of non-friable asbestos containing materials).
What will you learn?
You will be given an introduction to asbestos, including its properties, what materials look like, where they can be found and associated health risks. Then you will learn the removal process starting with the planning of projects, right through to decontamination of yourself, the work area and any equipment. We will also cover waste and decontamination procedures.
We have developed this course to suit people who are hands on, practical workers. We offer a specially constructed practical space to mirror real life scenarios you may come across.
PLEASE NOTE: This course allows you to remove non-friable for a Class B license holder. You will not hold the license yourself. For information on applying for an asbestos removal licence, please see the Worksafe NZ website.
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Course Duration: 1 day
Price: $682.41* +GST per person - Company bookings are available.
*See combined Class A & B course for a combo deal.
Who is it for?
Those working for a licensed asbestos removal contractor who holds a Class A asbestos removal licence. You will achieve NZQA unit standard 29766.
What will you learn?
You will be given an introduction to asbestos, including its properties, what materials look like, where they can be found and associated health risks. Then you will learn the removal process starting with the planning of projects, right through to decontamination of yourself, the work area and any equipment. We will also cover waste and decontamination procedures.
The risk associated with Class A removal is higher than Class B - candidates will have the additional control measures thoroughly explained to them to ensure they keep themselves safe and do not put those around them at risk.
We have developed this course to suit people who are hands on, practical workers. We offer a specially constructed practical space to mirror real life scenarios you may come across.
PLEASE NOTE: This course allows you to remove friable for a Class A license holder. You will not hold the license yourself. For information on applying for an asbestos removal licence, please see the Worksafe NZ website.
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Course Duration: 2 days
Price: $999.00 +GST per person - Company bookings are available.
Who is it for?
Those working for a licensed asbestos removal contractor who holds a Class A and/or B asbestos removal licence. You will achieve NZQA unit standards 29765 & 29766.
What will you learn?
You will be given an introduction to asbestos, including its properties, what materials look like, where they can be found and associated health risks. Then you will learn the removal process starting with the planning of projects, right through to decontamination of yourself, the work area and any equipment. We will also cover waste and decontamination procedures.
The risk associated with Class A removal is higher than Class B - candidates will have the additional control measures thoroughly explained to them to ensure they keep themselves safe and do not put those around them at risk.
We have developed this course to suit people who are hands on, practical workers. We offer a specially constructed practical space to mirror real life scenarios you may come across.
PLEASE NOTE: This course allows you to remove non friable and friable asbestos for a Class A and/or Class B license holder. You will not hold the license yourself. For information on applying for an asbestos removal licence, please see the Worksafe NZ website.
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Course Duration: 1 day
Price: $695 +GST per person - Company bookings are available.
Who is it for?
Those wanting to supervise the removal of Class A and/or Class B asbestos containing materials working for a licensed asbestos removal contractor. You will achieve NZQA unit standard 29767.
What will you learn?
You will learn about planning removal projects, supervising asbestos removal operatives and how to be a positive leader while managing team performance. This course is a step up from what you will currently be doing as an operative.
We have developed this course to suit people who are hands on, practical workers. We offer a specially constructed practical space to mirror real life scenarios you may come across.
PLEASE NOTE: This course allows you to supervise the removal of non-friable & friable asbestos containing materials for a Class B and/or Class A license holder. You will not hold the license yourself. For information on applying for an asbestos removal licence, please see the Worksafe NZ website.
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Course Duration: 2 hours
Price: $125.00 +GST per person - Online & in person company bookings.
Who is it for?
Those working occasionally in any premises or sites developed, built or refurbished before the year 2000. Useful to environmental scientists, ground engineers, geotechnical engineers/geotechnicians, civil engineers, structural engineers, laboratory workers or anyone wanting a briefer introduction to asbestos.
What will you learn?
The course provides information on key regulatory requirement for workers who may be accessing sites that contain asbestos. We discuss the properties of asbestos and associated health risks. It helps you identify common materials that may contain asbestos, the emergency procedures to be followed and how to avoid the risks from Asbestos Containing Materials.
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Course Duration: 4 hours
Price: $275.00 +GST per person - Online & in person company bookings.
Who is it for?
Anyone who wants to remove 10m2 or less of non-friable asbestos containing materials. Maintenance staff, Electricians, Plumbers, Gas Fitters, Decorators, Joiners, Plasterers.
What will you learn?
The full course starts with asbestos awareness (see above). We then discuss the regulations around unlicensed asbestos removal. Control measures, emergency procedures, safe disposal and PPE & RPE will be explained.
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Course Duration: 2 hours
Price: $125.00 +GST per person - Online & in person company bookings.
Who is it for?
Those who need to use Personal Protective Equipment and Respiratory Protective Equipment for a project plus want to ensure they decontaminate correctly.
What will you learn?
The course will give you a brief overview of asbestos & the health risks so you understand why you need to take certain control measures when working around it. We will explain what the different types of RPE are and which ones you will be needing to use for your project. Your teacher will also make sure you understand the key points for looking after your RPE.
We will learn about the PPE required for work involving asbestos. This will include how to fully decontaminate and dispose of your PPE after use.
This course is not a replacement for Asbestos Awareness training. The content is very specific to the use of PPE, which is the last line of defence to individuals when it comes to asbestos.
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Has it been a while since your last training session? Have you had incidents or near misses with asbestos and want to refresh everyone’s knowledge?
Refresher training is designed to keep everyone thinking about asbestos. It is easy to forget about the risk asbestos poses to yourself and those around you because the harm is not immediate.
Our training team will create a session tailored to your team. We can take examples directly from situations you have come across so everyone can learn from the experience.
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In Development - contact us to register your interest
Who is it for?
Those wanting to apply for their Independent Asbestos Assessor Licence from Worksafe NZ. This will allow you to carry out air monitoring during Class A asbestos removals and issue clearance certificates following the four stage clearance. You will achieve NZQA unit standard 29768 (Conduct asbestos assessment associated with removal). You will also be able to issue clearance certificates following Class B asbestos removals also.
What will you learn?
This is a diverse course as what the regulations say you can do with this qualification covers a lot of activities and responsibilities.
You will learn about static and personal air monitoring, four stage clearance inspections, visual inspections, bulk sampling and surveying. We will discuss what air testing results mean, what bulk sampling results mean and how to communicate these results to the asbestos removal contractor and other key stakeholders. We will cover PPE, RPE, decontamination, emergency and transiting procedures. There will also be an Asbestos Removal Control Plan and associated paperwork to be reviewed.
You may also want to complete this training if you are wanting to become an Asbestos Surveyor.
PLEASE NOTE: This course allows you to apply to Worksafe NZ to get an Independent Asbestos Assessor license. You will not be issued with the licence by us. For information on applying for an asbestos assessor licence, please see the Worksafe NZ website.
NZQA Approved
We are very pleased to be working as a NZQA Approved Subcontractor with BeSafe Training Ltd. This partnership has allowed us to offer NZQA unit standard training and for BeSafe to expand their extensive course catalogue. To find out what other courses BeSafe offer, take a look at their website. We use BeSafe for our health and safety training and, while we might seem biased, we really enjoy their industry expert led training sessions!
The NZQA courses are delivered by SQN Consulting Ltd who are delivering as an NZQA approved subcontractor to Besafe Training Ltd. Besafe Training Ltd is a category 1 Private Training Establishment and is responsible for reporting the NZQA credits to the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF).
Asbestos Online School
The Asbestos Awareness Fundamentals course is designed to provide essential knowledge about asbestos, its risks, and safe practices. This course is perfect for workers, contractors, and anyone who may encounter asbestos in their workplace or property. It covers the basics of identifying asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), understanding potential hazards, and following best practices to minimize exposure. Ideal for individuals new to asbestos awareness or those requiring a refresher, the Fundamentals course ensures participants gain a solid foundation to work safely and confidently in environments where asbestos may be present. This Course takes est. 1 hour to complete.
The Asbestos Awareness Full Course provides a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of asbestos safety, building on the foundational knowledge from the Fundamentals course. It mirrors the content of the NZQA asbestos awareness training but is offered without credits, making it accessible while maintaining a professional standard. This course goes beyond the basics, delivering in-depth information on identification, handling, and management of asbestos, ensuring participants are equipped with advanced skills and knowledge to manage risks effectively. Perfect for those seeking expertise without formal accreditation requirements. This Course takes est. 2-3 hours to comeplete.
The Asbestos Awareness (NZQA 30596) is designed for those seeking training with the NZQA asbestos awareness framework. This course provides in-depth knowledge on identifying, handling, and managing asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) safely and effectively. Ideal for professionals, contractors, and PCBUs, the course meets the standards of NZQA unit standards 30596, ensuring participants gain industry-recognised skills and knowledge. Whether you're managing asbestos risks or working in environments where asbestos is present, this training equips you to operate safely, comply with regulations, and protect health and safety.
The NZQA courses are delivered by SQN Consulting Ltd who are delivering as an NZQA approved subcontractor to Besafe Training Ltd. Besafe Training Ltd is a category 1 Private Training Establishment and is responsible for reporting the NZQA credits to the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF).
Don’t just take our word for it…
“Great learning experience. Made me feel welcome and enjoy every last second of it. Me personally, I found school a bit tricky due to my ADHD but these lessons were simple to pick up on as long as I was listening. Would 100% recommend this course to anyone looking to join the field of Asbestos.”
Andrew Bell
Class A & B removal trainee
“I have had really good feedback [from the team] about your training. One of the past complaints has been about maintaining interest across 4 hours so it sounds like you achieved that. A definite plus.”
Adam Parkinson
Tikanga Haumaru, Health & Safety, Training
“Great content and great tutor, thanks.”
“Entire course was interesting and delivered in a very engaging way.”
“Great course and was great I could ask questions relevant to my role and get answers.”
Nicki, Richard & Jeff
Online Asbestos Awareness Trainees, Waikato Regional Council