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Introduction to asbestos essentials

Title Introduction to asbestos essentials
SubTitle Comprehensive guidance on working with asbestos in the building maintenance and allied trades.
Author HSE
Series Code HSG
Series Number 213
Publisher HSE Books
Date of Publication 2001
Length 80 pages
ISBN 071761901X
Price Exc. VAT £12.50
VAT Rate 0%
Product Type Hard Copy
Format Paper
Notes health and safety guidance. (HSG213)(HSG 213)(HS G 213)
Abstract This publication is aimed at employers, contract managers, site agents, safety representatives, and self-employed contractors involved in maintaining buildings and associated plant. Maintenance workers may come across asbestos in the course of their work. It gives advice on what those responsible must do to ensure the health and safety of maintenance workers who may encounter asbestos. Contents: Asbestos building; Preface; Introduction; What is asbestos? Where can you find asbestos? What the law requires; Managing the risk from work with asbestos; Emergency call-out procedures; Working safely: General considerations; Task guidance and equipment and method guidance sheets; References.
Keywords General guidance; Occupational health; Demolition contractors; Roofing contractors; Construction contractors; Heating and ventilation engineers; Telecommunications engineers; Fire and burgular alarm installers; General maintenance staff; Computer installers; Building surveyors; Electricians; Painters and decorators; Joiners; Plumbers; Gas fitters; Plasterers; Builders; Shop fitters; Fibres; Crocidolite, (blue asbestos); Amosite, (brown asbestos); Chrysotile, (white asbestos); Asbestosis; Lung cancer; Mesothelioma; Smoking; Lagging; Respiratory protective equipment, (RPE); Protective clothing; Waste handling; Decontamination; Training


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