Why You Should Leave The Handling Of Asbestos 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 handling of asbestos 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. Professional, licenced asbestos removal is completed by companies who are well-versed in these regulations and ensure compliance to avoid legal issues.

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 handling of asbestos 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 according to The Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 to prevent environmental contamination and public health risks.  Secure enclosed asbestos containers, skips and vans are a must to collect and dispose of asbestos waste along with requirements of a waste carriers license and consignment notes to be compliant.  Expert removers have the knowledge and resources to transport and dispose of asbestos safely and legally.

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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