Asbestos: the analysts' guide. 2nd edition

Health and Safety: Guidance Booklets 248

Health and Safety Executive, 2021
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Current

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Core Supplement

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Health and Safety: Guidance Booklets

Abstract

Supplies guidance useful to analysts who are involved in asbestos work. This update takes account of legal changes, findings from HSE's interventions and developments in analytical procedures and methodology. Aids in complying with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Those with roles such as asbestos consultants, asbestos removal contractors, building owners and in management of asbestos in properties and estates will also find this guidance beneficial.

History

Supersedes HSG248 'Asbestos: the analysts' guide for sampling, analysis and clearance procedures' (HSE, first edition, published 2006, web version - produced November 2010). Published by TSO (The Stationery Office), part of Williams Lea.

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9780717667079

Subjects

  • Asbestos
  • Dangerous substances (asbestos, explosives, etc)
  • Materials

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