“How Do I Get Rid of Asbestos Properly?”

26 Sep 2019

As an organisation that advise on the dangers and management of asbestos, we often get asked the question “How Do I Get Rid of Asbestos Properly?” , as there are still so many people out there who don’t know how to remove asbestos safely. And with cases being reported where people have found asbestos buried in their garden, it seems that not everyone is either in possession of or following current asbestos regulations when it comes to its disposal.

Safe Asbestos Disposal
When it comes to the safe disposal of asbestos, it’s something that should never be attempted by anyone without the relevant training or accreditation. So, simply burying asbestos in the garden is neither safe nor legal, in fact, it could be deadly for anyone who unwittingly disturbs it whilst digging at a later date.

Upon discovering asbestos anywhere, the first and only step you should take needs to be to immediately contact an expert asbestos company like ours. That way, all the necessary asbestos surveys and risk assessments can be performed so that everyone in the vicinity can be kept safe.

The highly toxic material that is asbestos is still very commonly found in homes and business premises that were built across Ireland before its ban came into force at the end of the 90s, meaning that encountering asbestos is more likely than many think. Taking the right action when it is found is imperative, as protecting people from the deadly airborne fibres that are released when it is disturbed, can literally save lives.

Like to Know More?
At OHSS Safety Consultants, we have been protecting businesses from dangers in the workplace since 2001 and our expertise in asbestos abatement is something that ideally places us to help with all of your asbestos needs. If you discover asbestos or suspect that it exists in your property or business premises, we urge you to call us for advice, as it’s the only prudent path to take.

If you’d like to know more about anything discussed here or you want to know more about our full range of occupational hygiene services, visit us online at www.ohss.ie or call us on 01 6905907 where our expert team are waiting to take your call.

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