Certificate Renewal
Renew your
WorkSafeBC cert
before the window closes.
WorkSafeBC asbestos certificates are valid for 3 years. If your workers' certs have lapsed, the fastest and cheapest path back to compliance is a $99.95 exam. But only if you act within 12 months of expiry.
Renewal by Exam
WorkSafeBC Recertification Exam
$99.95
per worker per exam + GST
Eligibility window
Within 12 months of expiry
Format
Online via Zoom
Levels covered
1, 2, 3, S
Pass mark
70%
Certificate valid for
3 years
Group rates
Available
Book Renewal Exam
Ask about group rates
Expired more than 12 months? Full course required. See options below.
Workers who miss the 12-month window pay full course price instead of $99.95.
Know your situation
Two paths to renewal. Very different costs.
Where your workers land depends on one thing: how long ago their certificate expired.
Expired within 12 months
Renew by Exam
$99.95
per worker per exam + GST
- No retraining required
- Online exam via Zoom, available 7 days a week
- Workers only need to renew their highest certification level
- Pass at 70% and their certificate resets for 3 more years
- Group rates available for multiple workers
Expired more than 12 months
Full Course Required
Full rate
course pricing applies + GST
- WorkSafeBC requires a full course retake
- Exam-only option is no longer available
- Worker cannot legally perform abatement work until recertified
- Full course restores certification for another 3 years
WorkSafeBC rule on highest level: Workers only need to renew at their highest certification level. A Level 2 worker renews with the Level 2 exam. They do not need to separately renew Level 1.
Exam pricing by level
Which exam does your worker need?
All renewal exams are $99.95 per worker. The level is determined by the certification they are renewing.
Level 1
Foundational Awareness
For workers certified at Level 1 only, who have not completed Level 2 training.
$99.95
+ GST per worker
Level 2
Asbestos Safety
For workers holding Level 2 certification. Covers the full abatement scope including high-risk tasks.
$99.95
+ GST per worker
Level 3
Safety Leader
For certified supervisors responsible for planning and overseeing abatement worksites.
$99.95
+ GST per worker
Level S
Surveyor Safety
For workers certified to perform asbestos surveys, identification, and sampling.
$99.95
+ GST per worker
Trained elsewhere and need to sit the WorkSafeBC exam? If you completed training with another provider and need to write the exam through 1 Asbestos Academy, the standalone exam fee is $149.99 + GST per worker.
Why timing matters
The cost of waiting too long.
For a crew of 5 Level 2 workers, the difference between renewing within 12 months and missing the window is significant.
Expired within 12 months
5 workers x $99.95
$499.75
Time off work per worker
Exam only
Retraining required
No
Total cost
$499.75 + GST
Expired more than 12 months
!5 workers x full course
from $3,625
!Time off work per worker
Full course days
!Retraining required
Yes
Total cost
$3,625+ + GST
Renewing a team? Ask about group rates.
If you have multiple workers who need renewal exams, contact us before booking. Group rates are available and we can coordinate scheduling to minimize time off the job site.
Exam overview
What the renewal exam covers.
The WorkSafeBC renewal exam tests the same knowledge as the original certification. Workers who have been active in the field should be well prepared.
Regulations and compliance
- WorkSafeBC asbestos regulation requirements
- Employer and worker responsibilities
- Asbestos management plan fundamentals
- Contractor licensing obligations
Health and hazard awareness
- Health effects of asbestos exposure
- Asbestos-containing material identification
- Risk levels and work classifications
- Air monitoring principles
PPE and safe work practices
- Respiratory protection selection and use
- Protective clothing and donning procedures
- Decontamination procedures
- PPE inspection and maintenance
Abatement procedures
- Containment setup and negative pressure
- Low, moderate, and high-risk work methods
- Waste handling and disposal requirements
- Post-abatement clearance procedures
Exam failed? If a worker does not pass on the first attempt, a rewrite exam is available for $99.99 + GST. Contact us to schedule a rewrite booking.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about recertification.
Still not sure where your workers stand? Call us at 250-589-7233.
How do I know when my workers' certificates expire? +
The expiry date is printed on the WorkSafeBC certificate card. Certificates issued after January 1, 2024 are valid for 3 years from the date of issue. If you are not sure, check the physical card or contact WorkSafeBC directly. If you know roughly when your workers completed training, you can calculate the expiry from there.
Does a Level 2 worker need to renew Level 1 separately? +
No. WorkSafeBC requires workers to renew only at their highest certification level. A worker certified at Level 2 renews with a Level 2 exam and does not need a separate Level 1 renewal.
What happens if a worker misses the 12-month window? +
Once the 12-month post-expiry window closes, the worker must retake the full certification course. They cannot recertify by exam alone. That means paying full course rates and taking the full course days, rather than sitting an exam for $99.95. It is worth checking expiry dates now to avoid this.
Can a worker do an abatement job with an expired certificate? +
No. Workers must hold a valid WorkSafeBC asbestos certification to perform abatement work legally in BC. An expired certificate does not permit work. Contractors can also face compliance action if uncertified workers are on a regulated worksite.
My workers were trained by a different provider. Can they write the exam with you? +
Yes. Workers who completed their training with any WorkSafeBC approved provider can write the WorkSafeBC certification exam through 1 Asbestos Academy. The standalone exam fee for workers trained elsewhere is $149.99 + GST per worker.
How quickly can we book? +
Exam bookings require a minimum of 1 day notice. Rush next-day bookings are available subject to availability. We run exams 7 days a week, so in most cases we can get your workers scheduled quickly. Contact us if you have a tight deadline.
When does the renewed certificate get issued? +
Temporary digital certificates are typically available within 48 hours (2 business days) of passing the exam. Physical certificates are mailed within 30 days.
What if a worker fails the exam? +
A failed attempt does not reset the 12-month window. Workers who do not pass can rewrite the exam for $99.99 + GST. Contact us to book a rewrite. We recommend workers review the relevant study materials before sitting the exam.
Don't let the 12-month window close.
Book renewal exams online or contact us for group scheduling across BC.