Asbestos Contaminated Material : Guide for Disaster Debris Removal

Abstract

Natural disasters such as wildfires cyclones and floods can damage asbestos-containing materials and lead to asbestos exposure among first reponders, clean-up crews nearby residents. This guide is designed to provide assistance on respose and management and to supplement knowledge and skills - utilising this guide does not imply qualifications and we strongly recommend undertaking appropriate training and employing necessary protective measures prior to handling asestos containing materials.