Silica Exposure Awareness in Construction
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- Silica Exposure Awareness in Construction (included in price)
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Overview
The demand for construction workers trained in silica awareness is rising sharply across the UK, with over 600,000 construction workers potentially exposed to respirable crystalline silica. With silica-related lung diseases causing significant health risks, building strong silica awareness is critical for safer workplaces and regulatory compliance. This course equips learners with essential silica awareness knowledge vital for careers in construction safety and site management.
Learning Outcomes:
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- Understand the health impacts associated with respirable crystalline silica exposure.
- Identify and assess silica exposure risks in construction settings.
- Analyse methods to manage and reduce health risks linked to silica.
- Explain effective control measures to minimise silica exposure on-site.
- Recognise regulatory standards relating to silica awareness in construction.
- Evaluate workplace practices to improve silica hazard controls.
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Certificate of completion
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After successfully completing this Silica Exposure Awareness in Construction course, you will qualify for the CPD QS -certified certificate. The PDF Certificate will be completely free.
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Hard copy certificate - £9.99
The hardcopy certificate for this Silica Exposure Awareness in Construction course can be received by paying £9.99, for students living inside the UK. For international orders, the total fee is £14.99 (£9.99 Certification Fee + £5 postal charge).
Assessment details
Silica Exposure Awareness in Construction
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To simplify the evaluation and accreditation procedure for students, we offer an automated assessment system. You'll have immediate access to a custom-created MCQ test or assignment after completing this course. The results will be immediately evaluated, and the score will be shown for your assessment. Each test will have a passing mark of 60%.
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Description
This Silica Exposure Awareness course delivers in-depth knowledge on the dangers posed by respirable crystalline silica, a common hazard in construction environments. It provides clear explanations on how silica particles affect respiratory health, drawing attention to the importance of silica awareness for all construction personnel.
Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of risk assessment procedures for silica exposure and the critical strategies for managing health risks. The course highlights practical control techniques that help reduce silica dust, promoting safer construction site conditions. Emphasis is placed on compliance with UK health and safety standards surrounding silica awareness.
By completing this course, learners will build a solid foundation in silica awareness, essential for anyone involved in construction work or safety oversight. Enhance your understanding of silica exposure and contribute to healthier, safer construction environments. Take the first step towards improving silica awareness today.
Course Curriculum:
- Module 01: Introduction to Respirable Crystalline Silica Awareness
- Module 02: Risk Assessment
- Module 03: Managing Health Risks
- Module 04: Controlling Silica Exposures in Construction
Who is this course for?
- Construction workers seeking to understand silica awareness.
- Health and safety officers focused on silica risk management.
- Site supervisors responsible for silica exposure control.
- Employers aiming to improve workplace silica awareness standards.
Requirements
Any prior understanding of the Silica Exposure Awareness in Construction is not required. You are always welcome to sign up for our course, regardless of your level of experience, whether you are a beginner or an employer already.
Career path
- Construction Health and Safety Officer: £28,000 – £40,000 per year
- Site Supervisor: £25,000 – £38,000 per year
- Environmental Health Practitioner: £30,000 – £45,000 per year
- Occupational Health Advisor: £29,000 – £42,000 per year
- Construction Manager (with silica awareness expertise): £35,000 – £50,000 per year
- Safety Compliance Specialist: £27,000 – £43,000 per year
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