Specialist Silica Dust Awareness Training

Two Sessions in one day on Control of Silica Dust & Respiratory Protection Awareness Training. Silica dust remains one of the UK’s biggest occupational health risks in construction and maintenance industries, second only to asbestos. This practical 3-hour face-to-face training course has been developed in collaboration between ACS and RPE2FIT to help employers, supervisors, and workers better understand the dangers of respirable crystalline silica (RCS), workplace dust exposure, and the importance of effective respiratory protection. The course combines occupational health awareness, practical dust control guidance, and respiratory protective equipment (RPE) best practice, including face fit awareness and compliance responsibilities. Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for: Construction & Maintenance Sector • Facilities management companies • Housing associations • Social housing contractors • Kitchen and bathroom installers • Construction companies • Refurbishment and fit-out contractors • Demolition and civils contractors • Local authority maintenance teams • Utilities and infrastructure contractors Date, Time and Ticket Information Wednesday 9th December 2026 ACS Training Suite, Kinning Park, Glasgow 3 Hour Face-to-Face Course Two sessions - 9:30AM Senior Management Session, 1PM Operatives Session £120 + VAT per person per session Why This Training Matters According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Silica is the biggest risk to construction workers after asbestos. Exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) has been linked to: • Lung cancer • Silicosis • COPD • Long-term respiratory disease HSE estimates that silica exposure contributed to the deaths of over 500 construction workers from lung cancer. Around 4,000 deaths annually are linked to COPD resulting from past workplace exposures, with construction workers considered a significant at-risk group. Many everyday construction and maintenance tasks generate hazardous silica dust, including: • Cutting concrete • Drilling brick • Grinding surfaces • Chasing walls • Sanding materials • Demolition work • Stone and tile cutting The most dangerous dust particles are often invisible to the eye. Course Content Includes ✔ Understanding silica dust and respirable crystalline silica (RCS) ✔ Health risks associated with silica exposure ✔ HSE guidance and legal responsibilities ✔ COSHH awareness and compliance ✔ Identifying high-risk tasks and materials ✔ Practical dust control measures ✔ Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) awareness ✔ Importance of correctly fitted RPE ✔ Face fit testing awareness ✔ Workplace control strategies and good practice Included With Your Booking All attendees will receive complimentary access to the Silica Awareness & RPE Face Fitting Mobile App, including following tools and resources: ✔ Legislation Library ✔ Regulatory Advisor ✔ RPE advisor ✔ Hazard identifier ✔ COSHH Printable Guide ✔ Respirator Colour Guide Delivered in Collaboration This training is delivered jointly by ACS and RPE2FIT, over 100 years of combined expertise in: • Occupational health and workplace safety • Asbestos and airborne hazard awareness • Respiratory protection • Face fit testing and compliance support Together, we provide a practical and informed approach to reducing workplace respiratory risks. Spaces are limited to ensure optimum learning outcomes for delegates. Julia from RPE2FIT will be carrying out the face fit testing on the day between 9AM-12PM. If you'd like to arrange a face fit appointment, please contact Julia directly: [email protected] If you're having issues booking this course, please contact us at [email protected]. Not ready to book just yet? Scan the QR code to join our priority waitlist and receive updates, course information, launch dates, and exclusive early access offers.