UKATA Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

Who is responsible for ensuring an emergency plan for asbestos incidents exists?

Accepted Answer

The dutyholder or employer

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Individual workers

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The fire brigade

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The local council

Question 2

During an asbestos emergency, should you turn on the building's HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system?

Accepted Answer

No — the HVAC system could spread asbestos fibres throughout the building

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Yes, to ventilate the area

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Only if it has a HEPA filter

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It makes no difference

Question 3

What type of professional should be called to clean up after a significant asbestos release?

Accepted Answer

An HSE-licensed asbestos removal contractor

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A regular commercial cleaning company

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The building caretaker

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Any available construction worker

Question 4

Following an asbestos exposure incident, what health monitoring may be recommended?

Accepted Answer

Regular lung function tests and chest X-rays, recorded in the individual's health record

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No monitoring is needed

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A one-time blood test

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Weekly temperature checks for a month

Question 5

What is the correct method to dampen down an area after an accidental asbestos release?

Accepted Answer

Gently mist the area with water using a spray bottle to suppress airborne fibres

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Use a pressure washer to blast the area clean

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Pour buckets of water over the contamination

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Use compressed air to blow fibres into one corner

Question 6

After an asbestos emergency has been resolved, when can workers return to the affected area?

Accepted Answer

Only after air monitoring confirms fibre levels are below the workplace exposure limit

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Immediately after visible dust settles

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After 24 hours regardless of conditions

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Whenever the employer decides