WHO IS ONEA SAFE?
Onea Safe can help with any concern, query or inquiry you have about asbestos. We are specialists in asbestos surveys, asbestos sampling and asbestos removal. We work throughout Edinburgh and across Scotland.
We are trained and specialised to undertake non-licensed asbestos removal and asbestos surveys across the city.
If asbestos-containing material is damaged, fibres from the asbestos can be released into the atmosphere which makes it into the air-bourne risk that we’re afraid of. Asbestos materials do not pose a hazard if they are not damaged.
WHAT IS ASBESTOS ?
Asbestos, a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals, is known for its strength, heat resistance, and insulating properties. Historically, it was widely used in building materials, automotive parts, and other products. However, asbestos fibers can be harmful if inhaled, leading to serious health issues like lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Due to these risks, the use of asbestos has been heavily restricted or banned in many countries.
Here is a list of most common non-licensed asbestos work activities :
- Encapsulation: Applying a protective coating to asbestos materials to prevent fiber release.
- Environmental Cleaning: Removing asbestos dust and debris using methods that do not disturb the material significantly.
- Asbestos Cement Products: Handling and working with asbestos cement sheets, pipes, and gutters that are in good condition and do not require significant cutting or breaking.
- Textured Coatings: Dealing with minor disturbances of asbestos-containing textured coatings, such as drilling small holes or removing a small section.
- Floor Tiles: Removing non-friable asbestos floor tiles and adhesive in good condition without breaking them into smaller pieces.
- Bitumen Products: Handling asbestos-containing bitumen roofing and damp-proofing products without significant breakage.
- Gaskets and Rope Seals: Working with asbestos gaskets and rope seals in machinery where the asbestos is in good condition and not significantly disturbed.
- Asbestos Paper Products: Removing asbestos paper linings in good condition without tearing or breaking them.
These activities do not require a special license but must be carried out following strict safety guidelines to ensure minimal exposure to asbestos fibers.
WHY HIRE ONEA SAFE?
We have best prices for asbestos services and willing to help all domestic and commercial customers to have a safer property.
With over 15 years experience we know exactly how to to deal with this hazardous material.
