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Posted By tracey christopher
We are in the process of moving our factory around. And as part of this we are fitting a new roof. The old roof is made up of asbestos cement tiles (chrysolite). We have called in a company to carry out the removal, he has taken samples and will forward to us all the health & safety information. But alot of employees have said thay would not work in the factory if this goes ahead. Has anyone else had this problem?
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Posted By Frank Hallett
Hi there
Not an uncommon response! No-one really bothered until the risk is perceived as "VERRYY dangerous - It must be if the employer is actually getting rid of the stuff!"
I would suggest that you commence on a consultation/support/education programme that includes the contractor to boost confidence in the need; and above all, the removal process.
Frank Hallett
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Posted By PaulA
Hello Tracey..
Surely if the work is being carried out by a suitable and approved contractor carrying out the work iaw MDHS 100 etc then they should be pleased. You may find it easier to identify the 'doubting Norman' and 'ringleader' and invite them to sit down with the contractor and the forman oops person! and go through the fears that they have...
This person will obviously be the one to then let the work force know... that there will be no adverse risks to their health
I find with asbestos that most do not know anything.. but willing to listen to somebody that knows a little... it is an emotive subject within H&S afterall!
Kind regards Paul
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Posted By Dave Wilson
Typical as soon as the word is mentioned, headless chickens, Asbestos cement tiles are a very low risk product and the chances of releasing any fibres are practically nil, you do not even have to have a licenced asbestos contractor to do the work.
I would suggest a bit of awareness training / presentation for your employees and tell them the facts.
Its not about the type of fibre although Blue and brown are more risky than White (chrysotile) its all about the potential to release fibre and with this type it is very low indeed.
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Posted By tracey christopher
Thank you very much for your responses, I will try them out. And you never know it may even make them happy!!
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