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Asbestos is a mineral that was commonly used in buildings and construction until the early 1990s, when it was found to cause serious health problems, including mesothelioma, a form of cancer. Unfortunately, many buildings constructed prior to 1990 still contain asbestos, and it can be dangerous to work with or around it. That’s why it’s so important that your employees receive asbestos training so they know how to identify it, avoid it, and safely work with it if necessary. Asbestos can be found in many different places, including insulation, floor tiles, and fireplace tiles. It’s important to remember that just because a building is old, it doesn’t mean that it contains asbestos – but it’s always better to be safe than sorry, so make sure your employees know how to spot it if they should come across it.
Asbestos is a hazardous material that was once commonly used in construction. Workers who are exposed to asbestos can develop life-threatening diseases, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis. It's important for workers in high-risk occupations to be aware of the dangers of asbestos and how to protect themselves from exposure. This quiz will test your workers' knowledge of asbestos and help you identify any areas where they need additional training.
Asbestos fibres are invisible to the human eye and can easily be released into the air breathed in and permanently lodged in the lungs
Not all masks provide the same level of protection from asbestos
During decontamination each item you take of should be individually double bagged sealed it with duct tape and labelled as asbestos waste
Disturbing asbestos containing material can release fibres into the air that when inhaled can cause health issues
In which order should you wear PPE
Friable asbestos that crumbles easily by hand pressure when dry must be removed by a licensed asbestos removal contractor