Training and Education
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We are proud to announce that our Epoch Environmental Consulting in partnership with the Asbestos Training Institute is now offering WorkSafeBC-approved Asbestos Certification Training for Levels 1, 2, and 3—designed to meet the province’s latest mandatory training requirements and ensure your team is fully compliant, confident, and safe on the job. All courses are taught in-person. The exam is included with course fee. Courses are offered monthly and can be customized for small private groups of 6-10 people
Epoch Environmental Consulting is pleased to work in collaboration with The Asbestos Training Institute. Both organizations are approved training providers of the Asbestos Certification Program and recognized by WorkSafeBC.
Under WorkSafeBC’s requirements per Bill 5, effective January 1, 2024, all asbestos abatement contractors and workers must be licensed to operate in British Columbia. Additionally, anyone performing removal, supervising asbestos abatement work or conducting surveys is required to complete mandatory safety training to obtain certificates.
The level of certificate depends on the type of asbestos work you do. Use this tool “Do I need a Certificate?” to determine which certificate you may require to conduct asbestos-related work.
For more information please email to [email protected] and to register for upcoming course dates, click here under Courses.
Why This Training Matters
Adrian Lee, AScT, BEng
About the Instructor
Lead Instructor Adrian Lee is considered a “guru” in the hazardous materials sector, with experience in residential, commercial, industrial and public buildings and contaminated sites. Adrian is the principal and senior consultant for Epoch Environmental Consulting and has extensive knowledge and experience that he incorporates into customized training programs on asbestos and lead. His focus is on safety and his practical approach to teaching will ensure his students understand WorkSafeBC OHS regulations and recognize the importance of compliance.
Adrian began his lifelong career in asbestos shortly after the Royal Commission on Asbestos was published in 1984. From that point on, asbestos consulting and abatement accelerated as asbestos was recognized as a leading cause of work-related death.
As WorkSafeBC’s registered consultant for shut down investigations, Epoch Environmental Consulting is aware of all aspects of hazardous materials project work that may pose challenges. Seasoned expert Adrian Lee will provide practical, hands-on knowledge and experience to help you take a proactive approach to your work and help your company understand and achieve compliance. You will enjoy his personable, straightforward and anecdotal style of teaching and best of all, you will have him to answer all of your questions in the course and in your professional future as you encounter issues at future job sites.
Adrian is a WorkSafeBC Level S qualified professional with over 35 years of experience in consulting and asbestos abatement.
Michael Charters, BSc
About the Instructor
Michael Charters joined Epoch Environmental Consulting after completing his Bachelor of Environmental Science at Simon Fraser University in 2016. He now leads our Thompson-Okanagan office as the Manager of Operations. His work on high-profile abatement projects and WorkSafeBC investigations brings practical fieldwork experience into the classroom, ensuring participants leave with knowledge they can apply on real abatement job sites. Michael’s passion for teaching and depth of regulatory expertise give students the grounding they need to safely and successfully carry out asbestos abatement and remediation work. Mike is a WorkSafeBC Level S qualified professional with over 8 years of experience in the field.
Why Choose Us?
- WorkSafeBC-recognized programs that meet all regulatory requirements
- Experienced and certified instructors with real-world industry background in abatement and consulting
- Hands-on training with practical demonstrations in a simulation environmental
- Flexible scheduling, including on-site and group sessions
- Certification is managed by WorksafeBC and a certificate and wallet card will be issued upon receiving 80% or higher on the final exam.
Who Should Enroll?
- Contractors and tradespeople
- Restoration companies
- Building owners and property managers
- Maintenance and operations staff
- Supervisors overseeing asbestos-related work
Epoch Environmental Consulting is an approved and recognized training institution for BC Housing’s Continuing Professional Development program for builders and developers.
Level 1
Asbestos Foundational Awareness
Ideal for workers who may come across asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in the course of their duties. This course covers:
- Understanding what asbestos is and its health risks
- Where asbestos is commonly found
- Basic prevention, identification, and safe work practices
Level 2
Asbestos Safety Worker (who conduct abatement)
Designed for those performing tasks that disturb ACMs under moderate-risk conditions.
Training includes:
- Regulatory responsibilities
- Safe handling and control methods
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Exposure prevention and decontamination procedures
Level 3
Asbestos Safety Leader (for Supervisors and Manager)
For workers and supervisors involved in high-risk asbestos abatement or removal.
Participants will learn:
- Hazard assessments and work procedures
- Engineering controls and containment set-up
- Air monitoring and clearance requirements
- Emergency response planning
- Supervisor responsibilities and documentation compliance
Testimonies
“I recently completed my asbestos training with Adrian, and he was an excellent instructor. He explained everything clearly, used practical examples, and made the material easy to understand. His patience, professionalism, and strong knowledge of the field really stood out. I left the training feeling confident and well-prepared, and I would highly recommend Adrian to anyone needing asbestos training.” -Gurpree
“I was in Adrian’s training institution, and my gosh I haven’t felt more welcomed in my life, first he’s not just your trainer, he’s your friend, second if you need help ask and there is zero judgement, I loved being trained here, Thank you so much” -Isaac
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