Asbestos in construction

Type of item
EU & international information
Country
EU
Year of publication
2004

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Description

This factsheet explains what asbestos is, its health effects, who is at risk and where it may be found. It does not cover asbestos removal operations. The factsheet gives some basic examples of good practice, but does not provide detailed guidance. It recommends that users contact the relevant enforcing authority or other bodies if they suspect that they may be exposed to asbestos at work, as national legislation may provide detailed requirements.

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Provider
Provider name (English)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Provider name (Original)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Tasks covered
Cleaning or Disinfecting
Construction
Installing or Removing Insulation
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
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 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
OSH consultant
Safety officers
Workers