Discovered Asbestos on your site?

So, you have discovered some asbestos on your site. Here is what you do next.
Bearing in mind you should never touch or disturb asbestos, do a risk assessment that answers three questions.

1. Is the material damaged?
2. Does it look hard or soft?
3. Is it out of the way/protected?

If it is out of the way, looks hard and has not been damaged it is probably a safe condition. So, update your asbestos register and communicate to any relevant stakeholders who could potentially disturb the asbestos or be impacted by its presence.
If not, then some action may be required to control the risk. Speak to an ACAD or ARCA licensed contractor about the next step. Legally not all types of work on asbestos require the contractor to be licensed but the safety standards, insurance, supervision and training requirements mean this is usually the most practical approach.
To help further Castle Hill Training are running a free asbestos awareness training course by video conference on the 5th of June between 9.30 am and 11.30 am to register email [email protected]
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