Asbestos - safety checklist
What you should be aware of if you decide to remove (up to 10m2) Class B asbestos yourself?
The following precautions need to be taken to ensure you reduce the risk from working with Asbestos:
PLAN AHEAD – Prepare all your Asbestos RPE (Respiratory Protective Equipment) , PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and removal equipment before you start.
DRESS SAFELY – Wear old clothes under Type 5/6 Category 3 disposable coveralls. Clothes must be disposed of after use.
PROTECT YOURSELF – Always wear the right PPE and RPE. Quantitative Face fitted RPE with P3 filters will give you the best protection. Note: Where required, you must be clean shaven for maximum RPE protection.
CHECK YOUR SURROUNDINGS – Keep electrical hazards out of the work area.
PREPARE YOUR SPACE – Set up all tools and equipment before beginning.
CONTAIN THE AREA – Lay down 200-micron polythene sheets to catch dust and debris.
KEEP IT WET – Lightly mist ACM’s with water and detergent or a PVA solution (1-part PVA to 5 parts water) to prevent fibres from becoming airborne.
USE A LOW-PRESSURE SPRAY – A spray bottle or garden hose with a mist setting works well.
STAY ON TOP OF IT – Keep materials damp while working—if you can see asbestos, wet it.
LIMIT EXPOSURE – Keep unnecessary people out of the work area.
CLEAN UP THOROUGHLY – Decontaminate yourself, the worksite, and tools when finished. All asbestos waste should be double bagged in 200-micron polythene asbestos waste bags.
SAFELY DISPOSE ASBESTOS AND CONTAMINATED MATERIAL - Find a legitimate asbestos disposal provider to collect the waste.
