Methods of low-risk asbestos work for demolition, renovation and maintenance
Estonian
Description
The guidance introduces health risks connected with asbestos work. It explains work methods and measures to minimise or eliminate the exposure to asbestos – such as mapping of the occurence of asbestos, risk assessment and implementation of preventive measures.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
National Institute for Health Development
Provider name (Original)
Tervise Arengu Instituut
Type of provider
Tasks covered
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 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
Guidance
Risk assessment
Target group
Employers
Occupational health physician
Safety officers
Workers