Learn more about Asbestos Removal in SM1
In SM1 approximately 3,273 tonnes of hazardous waste is generated, a small percentage of that is Asbestos; one of the most harmful hazardous waste types. More specifically, SM1 consists of 14,564 residential properties and 4,855 commercial properties and many contain asbestos.
Using asbestos as a building material is illegal in SM1 and any work related to asbestos should be strictly controlled and comply with the associated legislation. Poorly controlled asbestos work could cause asbestos exposure, which is highly toxic to human health and is also harmful to the environment. If you need to have asbestos removed in SM1 from your residential or commercial building, it is important that the work is performed according to the guidelines set out by the Health and Safety Executive.
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 place responsibilities upon employers, employees, and duty holders (the people in charge of the building), however in any case the safest way of carrying out asbestos removal in SM1 is by hiring a professional asbestos disposal company, who will test for the toxic mineral, have the correct safety gear to keep everyone safe from exposure and will follow strict regulations.
Using asbestos as a building material is illegal in SM1 and any work related to asbestos should be strictly controlled and comply with the associated legislation. Poorly controlled asbestos work could cause asbestos exposure, which is highly toxic to human health and is also harmful to the environment. If you need to have asbestos removed in SM1 from your residential or commercial building, it is important that the work is performed according to the guidelines set out by the Health and Safety Executive.
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 place responsibilities upon employers, employees, and duty holders (the people in charge of the building), however in any case the safest way of carrying out asbestos removal in SM1 is by hiring a professional asbestos disposal company, who will test for the toxic mineral, have the correct safety gear to keep everyone safe from exposure and will follow strict regulations.
