WorkSafeBC - Certified Training Programs
As of January 1, 2024, WorkSafeBC requires all asbestos abatement workers to be certified. At Phase Environmental, our expert-led training ensures that your workers meet this critical regulatory requirement while gaining the knowledge and skills to work safely.
We offer specialized, WorkSafeBC-certified training programs designed to meet the unique needs of businesses. Tailored for employers and employees, our courses provide practical skills and in-depth knowledge to identify, manage, and reduce environmental risks effectively. Ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC safety regulations, we help organizations maintain safer, more productive workplaces while fostering a culture of security, collaboration, and confidence. With years of experience in the asbestos abatement industry, Phase Environmental has earned a reputation as a trusted leader. Our commitment is to deliver high-quality training, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Our affordable rates and expert instructors make us the preferred choice for companies looking to certify their workers and ensure safe work practices. We offer training that meets and exceeds WorkSafeBC standards, keeping workers safe and reducing the risks associated with asbestos exposure.
Who Needs Certification?
To manage asbestos—identifying, sampling, removing, or disposing of asbestos-containing materials—requires certification. This includes workers involved in:
• Identifying asbestos-containing materials (ACMs)
• Collecting samples of materials that may contain asbestos
Evaluating the dangers of working with asbestos or asbestos-containing materials.
• Removing, repairing, or disposing of asbestos
Managing any of the above-mentioned activities.
Training Overview
Training Overview
WorkSafeBC approves our Asbestos Abatement Level 1 (Foundational Awareness) and Level 2 (Asbestos Safety) training. We designed these courses for workers involved in asbestos abatement, including the transportation, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
Training Levels
Training Overview
Level 1: Foundational Awareness
This course provides workers with essential knowledge about asbestos, including health risks, regulations, and safety procedures. It is required for anyone involved in transporting or disposing of asbestos-containing materials. Course Details • Course Length: 1 day • Price: $550.
Level 2: Asbestos Safety
Level 2 training focuses on safe work procedures for asbestos abatement, including using personal protective equipment (PPE), containment construction, decontamination protocols, and air monitoring. This program is for workers performing moderate and high-risk asbestos abatement activities. This course gives workers direct training so they can manage asbestos safely. Course Details • Course Length: 2 days • Price: $850.
Level 3: Supervisor Training
We tailor this course for individuals overseeing asbestos abatement projects. It provides leadership skills and regulatory knowledge necessary to manage projects and ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC standards and other safety regulations. Course Details • Course Length: 2 days • Price: $1200.
Combination Class
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Combination Class: Level 1: Foundational Awareness and Level 2: Asbestos Safety.
Course Details • Course Length: 3 days • Price: $1300.
Practical Training and Certification
Upon successful completion, participants can take the WorkSafeBC written exam for certification. We also offer the option for re-tests if needed, ensuring all workers are fully competent in handling asbestos safely.
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Contact us today to schedule your training and secure certification for your team. With expert, industry-leading training, we can help protect your workers and projects.