Wednesday, June 5, 2019

The Different Stages of Asbestos Abatement Removal in Alberta

The asbestos removal is a delicate operation that should be performed by professionals. Asbestos was used from 1960 until 1980, without knowing the dangers of this material. Your building is likely to contain asbestos? Axiom Environmental Solutions explains in detail the steps of asbestos abatement removal in Alberta.



Asbestos Abatement Removal in Alberta and Regulation:

The use of asbestos was slowed down in 1978. Subsequently, the authorities waited until 1996 to set up a process for the protection of asbestos victims. This regulation provides building analysis, an asbestos removal procedure and increased monitoring. Asbestos removal is mandatory in some cases, especially if a building was built before 1997; the owner has legal obligations to asbestos.

Asbestos removal is not mandatory when the structure shows no presence of asbestos or in very small quantities. However, monitoring is in place to control the degradation of asbestos-containing materials.                                                                                     

Conversely, when a building contains asbestos in large quantities (5 asbestos fibers per liter of air) asbestos removal is mandatory. Attention, the owner must ensure to carry out the asbestos removal by a specialized company.

The Asbestos Removal Steps:




The Asbestos Abatement Removal in Alberta is a delicate task for the toxicity of asbestos. It is imperative to call on a company specialized in asbestos removal and treatment of hazardous industrial waste.

Axiom Environmental Solutions perform these 5 stages for asbestos abatement removal in Alberta.

Dusting




The dust is considered a major cleaning. The areas where asbestos removal will take place must be dusted and free of all elements exposed to asbestos toxicity.

The Containment

The areas to be treated must be confined to other rooms to prevent the spread of asbestos fibers.

Removing Asbestos

Asbestos removal begins with this step. There are 3 methods to remove asbestos. These methods are used according to the proliferation risks of asbestos.

Withdrawal: Asbestos-containing materials in contact with fibers are removed, following a specific process limiting the spread of asbestos;

The covering: A covering covers the walls and floors (patching);

Encapsulation: When the removal of asbestos is too dangerous for experts in charge of decontamination, encasing is used. A product is sprayed on asbestos; it helps to solidify the fibers.

Following the disposal, cleaning is done to vacuum and brush the surfaces.

Inspections

At the end of the asbestos removal, several tests are carried out to evaluate the performance of the work. If there is no trace of asbestos, the site is officially dismantled.

Waste Management




Asbestos is defined as a hazardous waste, so it must be sent to a specific treatment center. The waste owner will receive a certificate that his hazardous waste has been treated according to the rules in force.

Axiom Environmental Solutions is a specialist in Asbestos Abatement Removal in Alberta. The company offers the best environmental solutions and follows legal compliances before amending any action.





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