Jul 13, 2020
In this episode Neil and Ian highlight the importance of asbestos air monitoring. The Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) state the following:
416 Air monitoring to reduce risks from spread of asbestos is
required to:
measure the background concentration of asbestos fibres in the work
area during work, to check that the control measures are
effective;
measure background fibre levels outside the enclosure, particularly
when the enclosure is in occupied premises. Check for fibre leaks
around the perimeter of the enclosure and at the airlock and bag
lock positions. Also conduct testing at the discharge location of
the air extraction equipment, where it is sited internally;
measure background fibre levels inside the enclosure when the
asbestos work is complete, to ensure that it has been thoroughly
cleaned and decontaminated before dismantling;
carry out measurements for reassurance, eg after accidental release
of asbestos fibres.