Interpretive guidelines – Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016

Explains the requirements in the Asbestos Regulations for managing asbestos in workplaces, removing asbestos and carrying out asbestos-related work.

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Working with or near asbestos

These guidelines provide practical information for tradespeople on how to meet their duty to manage the risk of asbestos exposure when working with or near asbestos.

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Asbestos-related work – safe work practices

These information sheets set out safe work practices and techniques for asbestos-related work.

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Protective clothing and equipment for working with or near asbestos

This guidance provides information about personal protective equipment (PPE) for working with or near asbestos.

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Asbestos posters for tradespeople

Posters with asbestos information for different tradespeople: risks, where it can be found, and what to do if you find or disturb it.

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Asbestos videos

Videos for tradespeople on how to wear and take off your PPE safely, how to dispose of asbestos-related waste and PPE, and how to decontaminate your tools and equipment.

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Learning modules: Working with or near asbestos

These modules are for all tradespeople including self-employed, managers of tradespeople, and those working near tradespeople.

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Asbestos licence holder registers

Find a current licensed asbestos removalist or assessor.

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Asbestos approved methods

Approved methods provide for work involving asbestos to be carried out that would otherwise be prohibited by Regulations.

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