Revised Guernsey Asbestos ACoP
The Guernsey Health & Safety Executive have published
a revised Control of Asbestos Approved Code of Practice (ACoP)
which came into force on the 8 April 2013.
The key changes between the old and new ACoP relate to the
general management of asbestos and the introduction of General
Principles for the Control of Asbestos. The ACoP focuses on
duty holders assessing and managing the risks from asbestos
containing materials. Other minor amendments made in relation
to the disposal of asbestos waste to harmonise the Approved Code of
Practice with new environmental pollution and waste legislation
introduced in 2012.
The key changes are:
Addition of a clear prohibition on the import, use, re-use,
sale and export of all asbestos containing materials;
Addition of general principles to identify the presence of
asbestos, assess the risks posed, manage the asbestos containing
materials, plan and organise the work with asbestos, prevent or
reduce exposure, prevent or reduce the spread of asbestos fibre,
provide information instruction and training, provide health
surveillance, monitor and review the arrangements;
A new definition of notifiable and non-notifiable work with
asbestos, focusing on risks arising from different work rather than
exclusively types of materials; An extended definition of the
purpose of management and demolition/refurbishment surveys in line
with UK guidance;
An updated requirement for the maintenance of equipment used
during work with asbestos, thorough examination of that equipment
in accordance with new BS8520:2009;
An update of the requirements for the disposal of asbestos
waste (in line with waste licensing requirements of Mont
Cuet).
If you require any further advice on the new Control of
Asbestos ACoP please do not hesitate to contact Coppolo & Coyde
on 01481 247248.
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