How To Dispose Of Asbestos Roofing Sheets

Where sheets are held in place.

How to dispose of asbestos roofing sheets.

Disposing of asbestos containing materials once the acms have been removed they must be double bagged in 6 millimeter plastic bags and sealed in a leak tight container with a lid and proper labeling. Keep others away from the work area. This will ensure that the dangerous dust sticks to the sheets and will reduce the risk of particles getting into the air. Wet down the asbestos siding or roofing with a mixture of water and liquid soap in a pump up sprayer to limit dust.

Also try to avoid breaking it into smaller pieces because this will create asbestos dust and it is these dust particles that are the dangerous bit. Asbestos containing materials are wetted prior to any removal efforts. Using a pump spray lightly dampen the asbestos with water. Keep those not wearing proper safety equipment away from the area where the asbestos material is being removed.

How to handle and dispose of asbestos waste. Use a flat pry bar to remove the asbestos siding or roofing material starting from the top. Keep the surfaces of the boards wet but avoid any possibility of water coming into contact with electrical supplies or. Workers must be wearing a respirator and personal safety protection as they work with contaminated materials.

Where possible remove the sheets whole. For example you should wear gloves a dust mask and safety goggles and place the asbestos into plastic bags. The materials must be disposed of in landfills designated to handle asbestos waste. Wet the asbestos with water.

Avoid breaking up the material.