Search results Control Of Asbestos Regulations Asbestos Legislative requirements Control of Asbestos Regulations These Regulations may be cited as the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 that came into force on 6th April 2012. These Regulations revoke and replace the Control of Asbestos Regulations... C5-control-of-asbestos-regulations Health Hazards Asbestos Health hazards associated with asbestos All types of asbestos are classed as Category 1A Carcinogens (those known to cause cancer in humans), The main route of entry is through the respiratory system. Asbestos is a fibrous material that collects in the... C5-health-hazards Protective Clothing Roadworks Safety precautions Protective clothing and equipment (also click here for futher information) All operatives handling bituminous materials or concrete, and all others working on roadworks sites should at all times wear: High visibility to... E20-protective-clothing Plant Roadworks Plant All plant manufacturers must provide safety recommendations and procedures in respect of their product. It is essential that all users obtain such information and are familiar with and follow the recommendations. A copy should always be kept with... E20-plant Work In Occupied Buildings Refurbishment Planning Working in partially occupied buildings and adjacent to the general public Working in partially occupied buildings and adjacent to the general public calls for particular care, and special precautions need to be taken to protect the occupants... E21-work-in-occupied-buildings Dust Refurbishment Hazards to Health Dust In refurbishment, dust is a major problem. Dust will have accumulated behind false ceilings, behind plaster work and under floor boards for many years and, when these areas are disturbed, the air is filled with dust. Dust... E21-dust Existing Services Maintenance Hazard Identification & Preliminary Survey Existing services All existing services must be located and their routes traced, marked and recorded. These will include electrical, gas, water, air lines, fuel lines, both liquid and gaseous, any supply... E22-existing-services Fire and Emergency Action Plan Health and Safety in Offices Fire Fire and Emergency Action Plan The Plan provides a record of assessment and active management of fire risks on the premises. It should be available, preferably in a single folder, in the reception area for inspection... E23-fire-and-emergency-action-plan Radon Health and Safety in Offices Radon Radon is a colourless, odourless, radioactive gas that occurs in rocks and soils, some building materials and water. High concentrations are also found in some buildings because warm air rising draws radon from the ground... E23-radon Maintenance Of Equipment Specialist/Specific Processes, Risks and Components High pressure and ultra high pressure water jetting Maintenance of equipment Maintenance schedules, as laid down by manufacturers, should be strictly adhered to. Daily checks should be carried out to ensure... E24-pressure-maintenance-of-equipment 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44
