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How to dispose of asbestos

We all know that asbestos fibres can be deadly that’s why when you dispose of asbestos you should ensure the following guide lines are adhered to:

 

 

  • Asbestos must be stored in an environmentally safe manner.
  • Low level asbestos should be packed and secured at all times.
  • High level asbestos should be kept in a sealed container (i.e. skip)
  • You must wet down asbestos contaminated soils
  • Asbestos should only be transported in a leak proof vehicle
  • Use a landfill site that dispose of asbestos must have full EA license to do so
  • Disposing of asbestos waste in skip/domestic bins is against the law.
  • You must never to re-use, recycle or illegally dump asbestos products as you can be liable for legal punishment.

The easiest way to dispose asbestos is to call us on 08000 828085,  we do collections for those small amounts or licensed asbestos skips for larger amounts across the UK.

February 9, 2012 at 11:51 am | asbestos disposal, Asbestos Infomation |
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When Choosing Asbestos Removal Company

Always make sure that when you choose an asbestos removal company that they can provide the correct documentation.

Asbestos no matter what the type has to be disposed in a specialist way and if it is disposed correctly the contractor will be able to provide a document called a consignment note.

If the work is of a high level then the contractor should be able to provide all relevant insurances and licenses.

Make sure you get the relevant document as you have a duty of care to follow.

February 8, 2012 at 5:53 pm | Asbestos Infomation |
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HSE asbestos removal Requirements

If you are ever unsure about a certain situation regarding asbestos then you can always contact the governing body in asbestos this is the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

 

They can always provide you with specialist advise on legislation, they are there to provide HSE asbestos removal advise.

See the link below to find out more. Click Here

February 8, 2012 at 2:39 pm | Asbestos Infomation |
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Do I have Asbestos Ceiling Tiles?


If you have ceiling tiles that look like the following:There is a chance you may have asbestos ceiling tiles, they can be found in many places and these pictures just show what a few of them look like, if you’re in any doubt then why not have the surface tested?These products can also be found in partition walls, fireproofing panels in fire doors, lift shaft linings, ceiling tiles, soffits and panels below windows to mention only a few areas.

Don’t forget with most of these boards it is difficult to tell the difference by just visual inspection. This is why the HSE advise testing on these areas.

For help and advice please contact Dan here at Top Asbestos.

 

 

February 7, 2012 at 11:34 am | asbestos disposal, Asbestos Infomation, Asbestos Removal, Asbestos Services, Uncategorized |
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Asbestos Cement Removal gone wrong!

 

The picture below shows the absolute importance of picking the correct contractor.

As it happens, here at Top Asbestos we are aware that one of our regular customers had been suffering from a previous asbestos contractor neglecting their responsibility and failing to dispose of the asbestos in accordance to HSE regulations.

 

 

This waste ended up in a lovely forest often frequented by families and was found by a group of children playing.  Soon after the mess was found we received a phone call asking us to get down there immediately to clear up.

It is essential to always make sure when using an asbestos cement removal service that your contractor can provide waste disposal notes. This not only covers you legally in your ‘duty of care’ but also gives you peace of mind that your waste isn’t somewhere is shouldn’t be causing pollution and damage.

 

 

February 7, 2012 at 4:34 am | asbestos disposal, Asbestos Infomation, Asbestos Removal, Uncategorized |
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Top Lawyer Demands Asbestos Removal Sheffield Schools

A recent report showing that over 75% of schools in the UK could be exposing both students and teachers to asbestos has forced the government to react quickly.

In the Government’s latest report outlining the risks to schools in the Sheffield area they have also outlined an action plan to ensure asbestos removal sheffield whilst lawyer Adrian Bugden, head of an asbestos litigation department spoke out after the parliamentary report that was released last week.

He said: “We’re waiting for a serious commitment to tackle the asbestos problem in our schools. Without it, there is a risk people will continue to be exposed, with potentially devastating consequences.”

 

 

February 6, 2012 at 5:32 pm | Asbestos Infomation |
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Waste Management Company’s Proposal for Disposal of Asbestos at Peterborough Site

 

A waste management company has made an application to Peterborough City Council planners to allow the disposal of asbestos waste at their Eye site.

 

The application is part of  an extension that would keep the site open until at least 2021.

Currently there are no sites in Peterborough that take asbestos and all waste needs to be taken to other sites across the UK.

The application has cause some concern with local councilors who are worried at the effects on the surrounding areas.

It will be discussed at the Planning and Environmental Protection Committee at 1.30pm on February 7 when a decision should be made on the application.

February 2, 2012 at 9:27 am | Asbestos Infomation |
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Failure to act quickly upon asbestos removal at Liverpool Hospital may mean workers have been exposed

 

Asbestos was found in a well known hospital after a routine inspection. Ducts have now been sealed but there was some concern as to the effect of staff members health.

The hospital offices were found to be safe after extensive testing and the danger to anyone worked within the ducts was low.

Asbestos was routinely used as a way to insulate and fireproof buildings from the 1950s through to the mid-1980s.

Asbestos Removal Liverpool hospital was done in the 1980’s and the hospital was under the impression it had been removed.

This is why is so important to get those asbestos management plans reviewed.

February 1, 2012 at 10:08 am | Asbestos Infomation |
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ABI outlines asbestos as a priority for 2012

Dealing with asbestos claims in an effective manor will be a priority for the association of British Insurers in 2012, to reduce insurance costs.

The director general Otto Thoresen today in a presentation called asbestos a “vivid example of the long term nature of insurance” asking companied to deal with asbestos claims effectively.

Otto Thoresen

 

“Here we are dealing with the consequences of problems from the 1950s and 1960s which are not of today’s making,” he explained. “It’s a clear example of changing standards and expectations of people – and how our long term insurance cover needs to be able to accommodate these”

“Our priority for dealing reasonably with asbestos, is to ensure that people who contract this horrible disease, mesothelioma, can trace an insurer where there is one – and seek compensation quickly.”

This should help home owners in reducing insurance cost, and effectively speeding up the process on any domestic asbestos removal claims that are presented to insurance companies.

January 26, 2012 at 6:12 pm | Asbestos Infomation |
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Asbestos Myths: Cut the Fact from the Fiction

Asbestos myths – there’s a lot of them floating about. If you’ve got a house which potentially contains asbestos, you might be scared stiff at the apparent danger the material poses, especially if you have children. TopAsbestosRemoval.co.uk have all the facts you need to know, and will tell you what old wives tales to avoid. We’re the experts on asbestos removal, after all!

June 14, 2011 at 12:27 pm | Asbestos Infomation |
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