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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that once was lauded for its versatility recognized for its heat resistance tensile strength and insulating properties and used for everything from fireproof vests to home and commercial construction ID: 774989

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Asbestos

Asbestos Awareness

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Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that once was lauded

for its versatility, recognized for its heat resistance, tensile

strength and insulating properties, and used for everything

from fire-proof vests to home and commercial construction.

It was woven into fabric, and mixed with cement.

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What are the health risks of exposure?

Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause cancer and other diseases, such as:

Asbestosis

a scarring of the lungs, which makes it difficult to breathe

Mesothelioma

a rare cancer of the lining of the chest or abdominal cavity

Lung Cancer

smoking can greatly increase this risk

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Asbestos Management Plan

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Moderate RiskSafe Work Procedures

Drywall abatement and repair

Vinyl floor tile abatement and repair

Gasket abatement

Transite repair or replacement

Parging cement on pipe elbows abatement

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Asbestos Building Material Assessment(Asbestos Inventory)

Location

Product or material

Samples collected

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Roles and Responsibilities

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Ensuring that the materials (e.g. Tools, equipment, PPE) and other resources (i.e. worker training materials, safe work procedures) required to fully implement and maintain the exposure control plan (ECP) are readily available and used where and when they are required. Conducting a periodic review of the effectiveness of the ECP. This would include a review of the available abatement technologies to ensure these are selected and used when required.Ensuring that supervisors and workers are trained to an acceptable level of competencyMaintaining records of training, fit testing, employee training and inspectionsMaintaining the ECP by reviewing it annually with the Health and Safety Committee.Selecting, implementing and documenting the appropriate site-specific control measures.Providing adequate instruction to workers on the hazards of working with asbestos-containing materials and on the precautions specified in the job specific plan covering hazards at the location.Ensuring the workers are using the proper air purifying respirators (APR) and have been trained in their use, care and maintenance.Ensuring that the workers are fit tested and that the results are recorded.Directing the work in a manner that ensures the risk to workers is minimized and adequately controlled.Ensuring that a Notice of Project (NOP) is filed with WorkSafeBC for Asbestos work where applicableCommunicate asbestos risks to hired contractors to ensure a safe work environment.

Facilities Managers Responsibilities

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Principal’s or Site Supervisors Responsibilities

To ensure that

all workers

at their site are made aware of the health hazards of asbestos

Provide a location in the office for the

yellow binder

containing the

Asbestos Inventory

and the

Asbestos Management Plan

Know what to do in case of an emergency and who to call

Inform all staff annually of the Asbestos Management Plan and its location

Review the asbestos inventory in their school annually

All staff should also be informed of emergency procedures in case an asbestos product is broken or damaged.

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Staff (Teachers, Aids, Clerical) Responsibilities

To be aware of the Asbestos Management Plan and its location

To inform the custodian, principal or maintenance immediately if an asbestos containing product is broken or damaged

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Know and follow health and safety requirements that apply to the job. Ask the supervisor for training to perform work tasks and use equipment safely. Participate in all required health and safety education and training.Work safely, and encourage co-workers to do the same. Use all required PPE and clothing. Correct any unsafe conditions or immediately report them to a supervisor. Immediately report any injury to a first aid attendant or supervisor. Inform a supervisor of any physical or mental impairments that may affect work safety.Make suggestions to improve health and safety

Maintenance Workers Responsibilities

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Custodians Responsibilities

To be aware of the Asbestos Management Plan and its location

To be aware of asbestos containing material in their facility and to conduct a monthly check to ensure that the products remain in good condition

To inform maintenance staff immediately if an asbestos containing product is broken or damaged

To be aware of their role in protecting other staff members when a spill occurs.

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Asbestos Management Program

Custodial Monthly Check Sheet

School :

Marie Sharpe

Month:

 

Custodian

 

Location

Product

Note:

In good condition

 

 

 

 

Main Building

 

 

 

Day Care

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Classroom 4

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

LA Rm.

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Classroom 6

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Library

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Library Work Rm.

Sheet Flooring

Olive Mosaic

Storage off Rm. 10

Sheet Flooring

tan

Classroom 10

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Classroom 9

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Classroom 8

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Storage Rm. B

Sheet Flooring

Olive Green Mosaic

Classroom 7

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Classroom 5

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Classroom 3

Cement Asbestos Board (Transite)

above windows

Boys Washroom Main Hall

Sheet Flooring

tan

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Emergency Response

What to do if an asbestos containing product is damaged or broken

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Isolate Area

Evacuate the area

Isolate or confine the spill by closing the doors to the room or blocking access using other means

Turn off ventilation or fans if possible

Lock the doors where possible

DO NOT DISTURB the material. Asbestos fibers are very fine and can become airborne easily

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Notify

Notify the Principal / Manager of the spill immediately

Contact the maintenance department immediately by phone

Only trained personnel can safely clean up an asbestos spill, improper procedures can contaminate the whole facility and put more people at risk.

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Your Now Aware

Thank You