Asbestos in the building
German
French
Description
The brochure about asbestos explains the hazardous properties of asbestos and where it can be found in buildings. It describes how to recognise it and the main requirements to remove asbestos from buildings, including preventive measures to take.
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
Accident Insurance Association
Provider name (Original)
Association d'assurance accident
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Construction
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Dusts
Fibres
Hazard - health effects
Carcinogens
Exposure route
Inhalation
Substance Description
Asbestos
CAS Number
1332-21-4
EC number
603-721-4
Prevention measures
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 2. Reducing / minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
General information
Guidance
Target group
Employers
OSH consultant
Safety officers
Workers
Workers representatives