Asbestos and you - quick guide for trades
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Highlights where asbestos can be found within residential and industrial properties, discusses action to take before and whilst carrying out building work and non-licensed and licensed work. Provides examples of common asbestos-containing materials, their characteristics, where they are located and action to be taken if discovered.
History
Supersedes February 2023 version. First published February 2023. Revised March 2024.
Subjects
- Special subject areas
- Materials
- Health and safety
- Dangerous substances (asbestos, explosives, etc)
- Asbestos
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
Information
NBS
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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