Description
Asbestos Abatement Worker 253 W Training
Course Details
For this course we can conduct the training at your facility or at our own training facility, whichever will suit your needs best. There are some great benefits to both approaches. By completing your training on-site we can save your staff travel time, by completing your training at our facility you can benefit from our spacious training room, our state of the art hands on training space and full use of our break room.
This training program covers the topics a worker must be familiar with in order to write the Ontario Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities exam for Trade Code 253W as per Section 20 of Ontario Regulation 278/05 – Designated Substance – Asbestos on Construction Projects and in Buildings and Repair Operations. The course content is designed to prepare participants to write the AAW 253W exam.
Notes:
- Participants must wear appropriate footwear.
- Prior to this course, the employer must register as a “Signing Authority” with the MTCU.
- Upon completing this course, each participant is provided with a certificate as proof of the training. SafetyCo’s certificate is used only as proof of the training in order to take the 253W AAW exam at a college. The actual proof of Type 3 Asbestos Abatement Worker certification comes from the MTCU after the participant has passed the exam.
Course Duration:
2 Days
Training Is Valid For:
3 year from the date of successful completion.
Materials Provided:
Course materials, videos and participant workbooks.
Certificate Issued:
Upon completion, students will be issued a certificate and wallet card showing proof of their training.
No Charge Cancellation:
If you cannot attend, contact us at least 5 business days prior to receive a full refund.
What The Course Includes
History of Asbestos Usage
Uses of Asbestos in Facilities
Exposure to Asbestos & Health Effects
Regulation 278/05
Abatement Procedures Types 1, 2 & 3
Type 3 Measures, Procedures & Controls
Type 3 Regulatory Requirements
Non-Asbestos Hazards in Type 3
PPE, Respirators & Disposable Coveralls
Worker Protection & Hygiene
Abatement Work Area Preparation
Negative Air Filtration Units
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend Asbestos Abatement Worker 253W training?
This training is designed for workers who will perform asbestos abatement Type 1, Type 2 or Type 3 operations. It is suitable for maintenance staff, construction workers, renovation crews and building maintenance personnel. Anyone who may handle or disturb asbestos containing materials will benefit from this training.
Can the asbestos abatement 253W training be delivered on site at our facility?
Yes. ACUTE offers flexible delivery. The training can be conducted at your facility or at one of our training centres. This allows you to choose what works best for your team’s schedule and operational needs.
Is the Asbestos Abatement Worker 253W training a regulatory requirement?
Yes. For workers performing Type 3 asbestos operations in Ontario, completion of a Ministry approved asbestos abatement training program is required under Ontario Regulation 278/05. This training helps ensure workers understand the hazards associated with asbestos and the correct procedures for safe abatement.
What topics are covered in the asbestos abatement 253W course?
The course covers asbestos history and common uses, types of asbestos containing materials, health hazards related to asbestos exposure, regulatory requirements in Ontario, abatement procedures for Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 work, safe work practices, proper PPE use, hygiene protocols, work area preparation, negative air filtration units, cleaning procedures and safe disposal of asbestos waste.
How long is the 253W training course?
The course runs for two days, totalling 16 hours of instructor led training.
Does the asbestos abatement 253W course qualify workers for Type 3 asbestos abatement?
The ACUTE certificate confirms that a worker has completed the approved 253W training and can register for the 253W Asbestos Abatement Worker exam at a college. The formal Type 3 certification required for Type 3 asbestos work is issued only by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities once the exam has been passed.
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