Staying safe is the most important part of cleaning asbestos.If you have disposable gloves and coveralls, you can prevent others from being exposed to asbestos.If you work in a custodial, construction, or maintenance role, you need to follow an operations and maintenance methodology.This includes using vacuums and wet cleaning methods.There is an appropriate facility where you can dispose of contaminated materials.
Step 1: Comply with local laws.
There are different laws governing how and if you can clean it.The United States allows people to clean the interior of their homes but not the exterior.If you want to clean the public places or other buildings, you'll need to be certified.You should check with your local or national environmental department.Contact your local environmental department or agency to find these laws.
Step 2: Proper safety precautions should be performed.
A single disposable paper dust mask is not enough.Instead, use a full or half face-piece, negative pressure, air-purifying respirator with replaceable high-efficiency filters.You can use a half or full facepiece powered air purifying respirator.Wear disposable rubber gloves and a disposable coverall.You should use safety goggles to cover your eyes.Wear rubber boots.Do not handle the materials with your bare hands.
Step 3: The area in which you will be cleaning is isolated.
Let other people know that you will be cleaning asbestos.It will prevent them from coming into contact with it.If you are in a high-traffic area or a public space, make sure you use safety tape or other means to keep people out.Let your neighbors know what you are going to be doing.They should close their doors and windows.
Step 4: Consider hiring an expert.
If you don't feel confident enough to navigate the system of laws governing asbestos cleaning procedures in your jurisdiction, you might want to get a professional to clean it for you.It is important that you stay out of harm's way and that someone with experience will clean it for you.Contact the local agency that governs worker safety, your local environmental department or agency, and your business bureau if you're thinking of hiring a professional to work on your project.Ask if there are any legal actions against the contractor.If there are any pending legal actions against the individual or firm, seek another contractor.If you live in a location where it's required for contractors to get certification and training before they work, you should ask for proof.Seek another contractor if they don't have proof of training and accreditation.
Step 5: Don't use a dry cleaning method.
mops and damp rags are used to clean the floors and other surfaces that have been contaminated with asbestos.When cleaning is complete, discard the mop heads and rags that were used to clean it.If working on a roof you should not attempt to use wet cleaning methods if it creates a slip hazard.
Step 6: It's a good idea to vacuum the air.
High efficiency particulate air vacuums can be used to replace wet cleaning methods.Regular vacuums work the same.In other words, you can use the vacuum to clean the surfaces that are affected by the disease by turning it on and running it across them.The manufacturer's directions should be consulted before using the vacuum.Change the filters and vacuums.Failing to do so correctly could lead to the release ofAsbestos materials.Move the vacuum to an isolated area and wear the same protective gear you would wear if you were cleaning asbestos.
Step 7: The carpets need to be steam cleaned.
If the material was released over a carpet, you might need to use a steam cleaner and a vacuum to clean it.Most steam cleaners work the same way as a vacuum does.Plug the device in and run it across the carpet you want to clean.The area you cleaned with the steam cleaner should have a HEPA vacuum on it.
Step 8: Put all of the materials into the bags.
Place one sealed bag inside another before disposal.The bags should be approved for use.
Step 9: Disregard of plastic.
You used to protect the walls and floor with polyethylene sheeting.Roll it tightly once it is folded up.If necessary, fold again.Stuff the sheeting into a waste bag and bag it again, just like you did with the rest of the debris.
Step 10: All surfaces should be wiped.
Using a damp cloth, wipe the floor, wall, counter, and other surfaces that may have come in contact with asbestos fibers.Do not use a vacuum or broom.It will cause the fibers to scatter.Do not wipe the surface of the roof if it creates a slip hazard.
Step 11: Make sure to wipe your equipment down.
You can use a damp cloth to wipe down any tools you may have used.Don't reuse the rags.Don't use a rag to wipe something down.
Step 12: Take your gear off.
Take off your gloves and coverall and put them in the bin.There are rubber boots and plastic protective eyewear that need to be washed or wiped down.Don't use your respirator until everything is wiped down and put in disposal bags.
Step 13: There is a disposal facility.
You can't just throw out your contaminated materials in a rubbish bin.It's a good idea to find anAsbestos disposal facility nearby.Call your local environmental agency and ask about the location of the facility that disposes of asbestos.You can use the internet to find one.If you enter a word string like "asbestos disposal facility", you will be able to find a location to dispose of your contaminated materials.
Step 14: Drop your contaminated materials.
Once you have found a facility in your area, contact them to find out when and how you can drop off the materials.Ask the facility personnel if there are any requirements for dropping off the materials.There are special labeling requirements for your bags.Before the drop-off facility accepts it, you need to submit a form describing the nature and origins of the material.The covered truck should be used to transport the contaminated material to the facility.