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Asbestos is a known carcinogen.
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Health effects may not become evident until years after exposure.
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Originally used for its strengthening, heat and soundproofing properties.
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Disturbing or removing asbestos is highly regulated, and in some cases banned altogether.
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DO YOUR WORK PRACTICES COMPLY WITH ASBESTOS LEGISLATION?
Are you aware of asbestos related liabilities and the possible effects on your employees’ health? Are you complying with current legislation?
No matter what industry you are in, there are a wide range of materials on your site that may contain asbestos. Practices affecting these materials can result in asbestos fibre release, leading to personnel exposure and site contamination.
With recent events highlighting the potential scale of liability it is important to manage the risk associated with asbestos. SGS can help minimise the risk of liability and protect your employees.
The current legislation requires that you:
- Identify asbestos containing materials within your workplace
- Provide a current register of asbestos materials on-site to be kept and made accessible to employees
- Establish regular assessments and inspections of identified asbestos materials
- Implement an asbestos management plan
- Label identified asbestos materials
- Manage asbestos removal
- Asbestos fibre monitoring
- Post removal inspections
- Issuing clearance certificates
With nationally accredited testing labs and experienced, independent experts SGS can help.
SGS will work with you to ensure your site is compliant by:
- Conducting Site Audits and Risk Assessments
We provide a total service from site inspection and sampling to analysis and reporting. All assessments and recommendations are carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations and site requirements
- Providing a Register and Labelling of Materials
We can provide a register of all asbestos containing materials identified on site. Where required, labelling can be provided to enable quick, visual communication to your personnel.
- Establishing a Management Plan
We can provide a management plan detailing maintenance and replacement actions including order of priority.
- Material Sampling and Testing
We can analyse your materials. Simply send us a sample of the suspected material and we will identify whether it is safe or requires removal. This is an effective method of identifying asbestos in bulk materials.
- Asbestos and Synthetic Mineral Fibre (SMF) Monitoring
During the asbestos removal process there is potential for asbestos fibres to be released into the air, contaminating the removal and adjacent areas.
We can conduct background and clearance air monitoring during and after asbestos removal, to ensure it is safe to reoccupy these areas once the job is completed.
In the event that you need independent asbestos removal, we can provide a list of accredited contractors.
When it comes to protecting you, your business and personnel, you need to be sure.
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