Asbestos Abatement: Why you should leave the works to us

Handling asbestos requires specialised knowledge, equipment, and safety protocols due to its hazardous nature. Here are several reasons why it’s crucial to leave the asbestos abatement to experts like ourselves:

Health Risks

Asbestos fibres are known to cause serious health problems. Improper handling can release these fibres into the air, putting anyone nearby at risk of inhalation.

Legal Requirements

Many jurisdictions have strict regulations regarding the handling and disposal of asbestos-containing materials. Consequently, professional, licensed asbestos removal must be carried out by companies that are well-versed in these regulations. These experts ensure compliance to avoid legal issues and, thus, protect both public health and legal standing.

Training and Certification

Expert removers undergo comprehensive training and certification to safely handle asbestos. They are equipped with the necessary skills to identify asbestos containing materials, assess risks, and implement appropriate removal techniques. This is necessary for both domestic asbestos removal or commercial asbestos removal.

Proper Equipment

Asbestos removal services require specialised equipment such as protective clothing, respirators, HEPA vacuums, and containment systems. Professional removers have access to these tools and know how to use them effectively to minimise exposure.

Risk of Contamination

Improper asbestos abatement can lead to contamination of the surrounding area, including air and surfaces. Expert removers employ containment measures to prevent the spread of asbestos fibres during removal and disposal.

Thorough Cleanup

After removing asbestos containing materials, a thorough cleanup is essential to ensure the area is safe.  Experts follow strict fine cleaning and decontamination procedures to eliminate any remaining asbestos fibres and minimise the risk of recontamination.  This may include specialist air testing via an independent analytical laboratory and professional removers understand the necessary requirements to ensure areas are safe for reoccupation. 

Disposal Regulations

Asbestos must be disposed of properly in accordance with The Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 to prevent environmental contamination and public health risks. To achieve this, secure enclosed asbestos containers, skips, and vans are essential for collecting and disposing of asbestos waste. Furthermore, compliance requires obtaining a waste carrier’s license and managing consignment notes. Therefore, expert removers possess both the knowledge and resources necessary to transport and dispose of asbestos safely and legally, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations.

Risk Management

Hiring professional asbestos removers mitigates the risks associated with handling asbestos, protecting both the occupants of the building and the workers involved in the removal process.

Overall, entrusting the handling of asbestos to expert removers is essential for ensuring the safety of everyone involved and preventing potential health and legal ramifications associated with improper handling.

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