519 - Asbestos Flashcards
1
Q
Where can asbestos be found?
A
Artex
Cement roofing
Pipe installation
2
Q
What is ACM?
A
Asbestos containing materials
3
Q
What is the minimum restricted zone for asbestos?
A
25 Meters
4
Q
When asbestos is believed/suspected or involved, what needs to be done?
A
I.C should send priority message to control “Asbestos reported”
5
Q
When asbestos is suspected/present what should crews in the hazard zone wear?
A
Full PPE
BA
GTS if not firefighting
6
Q
Where can the I.C obtain advice?
A
HMEPO
SA
7
Q
What should personnel not do at an asbestos incident?
A
Eat/Drink or smoke until decontaminated.
8
Q
Who must the IC leave the incident with?
A
Duty of care left with Local authority.
