Asbestos in soil and made ground good practice site guide

Publication C765

CIRIA, 2017
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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

Publication

Abstract

Provides practical advice for those working on site who might come into contact with soils potentially containing asbestos, covering unexpected discovery and detailing key actions, risk assessment and record keeping. Looks at the requirements and differences for licensed and unlicensed work, actions to be taken for licensed work, notifications and mandatory actions for non-licensed work. Also covers: control measures, training, sampling and analysis, legislation and further guidance.

Author

Studds, P. and Bell, M.

History

Based on research project RP1015. See also: C733 Asbestos in soil and made ground: a guide to understanding and managing risks (CIRIA, 2014).

ISBN

9780860177807

Subjects

  • Dangerous substances (asbestos, explosives, etc)
  • Asbestos
  • Materials
  • Health and safety
  • Special subject areas
  • Materials (safe handling)
  • Site safety

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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