Asbestos

Guidance

• Introduction to asbestos

  Managing asbestos in buildings and working with materials containing asbestos

• Work safely with asbestos

  If you find asbestos assess the risk of exposure and check if you need a licensed contractor

• Licensed contractors

  Apply for or renew a licence, understand the licensing and notification systems

• Guidance for your role

  Help for building owners, the trades (joiners, plumbers, electricians), the public

• Training and providing information

  Anyone likely to disturb asbestos must have the right information and level of training

• Why asbestos is dangerous

  Exposure can cause cancer, lung disease and other conditions

• Where asbestos is found

  Common places and materials that contain asbestos, domestic and industrial buildings

• Resources

  Publications, case studies, images of asbestos, research, reports