PPT-Asbestos in Schools: The need for action

Julie Winn Chair Joint Union Asbestos Committee Why is asbestos in schools such a concern 86 of schools in England contain asbestos Its more easily disturbed than in other buildings Teacher deaths are increasing 3 in 1980 16 in 2011 22 in 2012. It was used for a variety of purposes typically fireproofing and insulation Any building built before 2000 can contain asbestos When asbestos fibres are inhaled they can cause serious diseases To ensure that risks from asbestos in buildings are mana Contents. Why do you need to know about Asbestos?. DEECD OHS Management System. What is Asbestos?. Asbestos in Schools. Managing Asbestos Risk. Case Studies. Labelling. Summary. Questions. . A presentation to DEECD. Due to recent concerns related to asbestos and a stop work related to asbestos, a team has been formed to include DOE, HAMTC and HGU Safety Representatives, site contractors, and employees. . This has prompted us to look beyond initial concerns about demolition of facilities and evaluate the condition of steam lines and facilities that have Potential Asbestos Containing Material (PACM).. Introduction. Properties . and . uses. Brief history. Environmental . hazards. Introduction. Asbestos. : . asbestoz. . . “. inquenchable. ” “inextinguishable”. Fibrous silicate minerals: s. The need for action. Sarah Lyons. Principal Officer. Pay, Conditions and Bargaining. National Union of Teachers. Why is asbestos in schools such a concern?. 86% of schools in England contain asbestos. 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. . . Consolidating Network . Limit the resourch and seldom to work together. Research . Lack a local Medical Expert . Legalized the finding victim to advocate the compansation. Media. Minim the audio visual production. 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. . (26 Mar 15). “A naturally occurring fibrous mineral”. References. Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA). AHERA Accredited Inspector Training Manuel For Asbestos Control. Agenda. What is it?. 1. PPT-002-03. Bureau of Workers’ Compensation . PA Training for Health & Safety (PATHS). 29 CFR 1910.1001, Subpart Z – Toxic and Hazardous Substances. Standard Applicability. Health and Safety . 2022. A global university Western Australia | Dubai | Malaysia | Mauritius | Singapore. What is Asbestos? . Asbestos Type – Friable vs Bonded. Curtin University Requirements. Chemicals and Waste Management. PROCEDURES AND REGISTRATION OF ASBESTOS CONTRACTORS IN SA. Aim . To prevent the exposure of asbestos to contractors. Ban on sale imports and in use;. DISCUSSION OUTCOMES . For Education Staff. Version 13 – July 2016. Checklist. Attendance Register. Program – session times . Refreshments. Venue - Emergency Procedures. Toilets. Mobile phones. BEMIR Training Environment login. Fire was a leading cause of . death in an increasingly ‘built’ environmen. t (more people closer together living in flammable buildings). US History of Fire Tragedies (partial selected list):. 1894 - .