FAQ's
Does this concern me?
Do you know whether there is asbestos in your premises? It is often found in roofs and exterior walls, boilers, vessels and pipework, ceilings, interior walls and panels, flooring materials, air handling systems, domestic appliances, brake /clutch linings, fire blankets, etc.
Does your work involve maintenance and repair on premises? You might disturb asbestos while doing routine work.
Do you know what the rules are about removing asbestos? In most cases, you will need to use a contractor licensed by HSE to work with asbestos.
Would you know how to find someone competent enough to do this work? Do you know whether there is asbestos in any of the materials you work with or if it is present?