What is Asbestos?
It is a group of 6 naturally occurring fibrous minerals, which is
in existence since long and is quite inexpensive.
Due to its properties such as resistance to fire, heat &
electricity, sound absorption, tensile strength, etc., it was excessively used
in construction, automobile, and other industries till the end of the 20th
century.
Realizing its hazardous nature, governments of several countries
started to ban asbestos.
At present, it is used in infrastructure projects and other
areas, only in the countries, where it is still legal.
But even if you live in the country which has imposed a ban, you
are likely to find its presence if your property belongs to the pre-2000 era.
How and what type of asbestos is harmful?
It has been proved that inhaling the fibres of asbestos can lead
to lung, ovary, larynx & gastrointestinal cancer. And therefore, it is
always advisable to hire only expert contractors for demolition services in
Melbourne, who are aware of the arrangements to be made and the precautions to
be taken so that this dangerous material doesn’t contaminate the air in your
home or office.
The aforementioned 6 silicate minerals can be grouped as below:
1) Serpentines –
It consists of Chrysotile or White Asbestos.
2)
Amphiboles – It consists of Amosite (Brown), Crocidolite (Blue),
Anthophyllite, Tremolite and Actinolite (Green) Asbestos.
Industries based in the countries in which asbestos is still
legal, use Chrysotile, i.e., white asbestos, with the argument that it is
different than the other types and if inhaled gets broken down in the lungs,
thereby posing no health risk. But, it has to be used correctly.
How is Asbestos handled while Demolition in Melbourne?
Workmen engaged in the task of removing asbestos need to have one
of the following two licences:
1) Class A: For removing
Friable Asbestos, i.e., asbestos, which is either in powder form or can be
powdered.
2) Class B: For removing
Non-Friable Asbestos.
Without a licence, only limited quantity of asbestos
(non-friable) can be removed.
We are equipped with required licences and methods to remove the
asbestos from the buildings during demolition. Our team uses specialized tools
which suit the size of the property and takes all safety-related measures to
complete the task. We also make sure that the residents in the neighbourhood
are not affected.
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