Working in and with Contaminated Soil (OPM) including asbestos identification

Working in and with Contaminated Soil (OPM) including asbestos identification

Whether it concerns old industrial estates, foundations, urban fill, or unexpected contamination such as oil or asbestos: as a machine operator, excavator, or technician, you often encounter contaminated soil. Although extensive regulations are already in place, improvements are still needed. The new CROW 400 publication represents an important step towards professional, safe, and risk-based working practices. The "Working in and with Contaminated Soil" course teaches you exactly what this means for your daily work. Discover how to identify unexpected soil contamination early, what the occupational health and safety benefits are for employees, and how cost control is achieved for both clients and contractors. Furthermore, asbestos is a common problem in buildings, pipes, roads, and other structures built before 1994. It is therefore essential that employees who may come into contact with asbestos receive regular training. The "Asbestos Recognition" course provides insight into daily practice according to CROW 400 and uses tangible, practical materials.

What will you learn during the course?

During the course, you'll learn the theory behind two different topics: working in and with contaminated soil and asbestos identification. You'll learn:

  • The CROW 400 guideline.
  • To capture signals from potentially contaminated soil.
  •  The different types of pollution.
  • How to minimize risks.
  • What personal protective equipment you need.
  • About harmful and flammable substances. Asbestos recognition
  • The properties/health of asbestos.
  • Which products and materials contain asbestos.
  • The working method, controls and protective equipment.
  • What emergency procedures are available.
  • How to dispose of waste safely.

What do you get afterwards?

After completing the course you will receive a certificate of participation.

Additional information

  • The certificate of participation for this course is valid for 5 years.

1 day Certificate of participation (valid for 5 years)

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DateLocationSign upDuration of trainingTeaching daysPrice
June 23, 2026HarderwijkSign up1 dayJune 23, 2026€269
October 7, 2026's-HertogenboschSign up1 dayOctober 7, 2026€269

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