Asbestos advice

Asbestos is a mineral fibre that was used for many years due to its strength and resistance to heat and oil. If your property was built or refurbished before the year 2000, it's possible that it contains materials made from asbestos. The inhalation of asbestos fibres can cause serious illnesses, including malignant lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis.

  • Do not panic if you think you have asbestos in your home - it's usually only a problem if it's disturbed
  • Don't drill, saw or disturb materials that contain asbestos
  • Do seek advice if you think you've got a problem with asbestos in your home.

For advice on the correct handling of asbestos, please contact the Health & Safety Executive.

Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006, in the vast majority of cases anyone working with asbestos will require a licence; it is an offence to work with asbestos without one and could result in prosecution.

For more on the disposal of asbestos, please contact Nottinghamshire County Council Customer Service Centre on 08449 808080 or e-mail: customerservice.centre@nottscc.gov.uk

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