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Asbestos
What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring strong fibrous material which can resist heat and chemicals and was commonly used in building...
Where Can Asbestos Be Found in the Home?
The most common area where asbestos can be found in a domestic property (i.e. house, flat, bungalow) is in artex...
What are the risks of asbestos?
The Health and Safety Executive says that: “Asbestos is not a risk if it is in good condition and not...
How Does BA Manage Asbestos in Homes?
Asbestos Records We keep a record of all known asbestos in our properties (this is through an asbestos register on...
If you think you have asbestos in your home what should you do?
Asbestos does not pose a risk if it remains in good condition and is not disturbed. If you think any...
Asbestos – What to ask.
When handling asbestos queries, it’s important to gather as much detailed information as possible. This helps us assess the situation...
What are the responsibilities of the Contract Holder?
If asbestos is identified in an asbestos survey, the survey will give a recommendation on how to manage the asbestos...
Why do we carry out periodic asbestos re-inspections to our blocks?
If there are asbestos-containing materials within communal areas of our blocks, we are required by law to regularly inspect and check...
Why do I (Leaseholders) have to pay for periodic asbestos re-inspections?
We have to re-inspect the blocks periodically as part of our statutory duty, and the lease states that leaseholders agree...