CSCS Health & Safety Test· CSCS / CITB
If you suspect you have disturbed asbestos:
Choices
- AStop work immediately, leave the area, and inform your supervisorCorrect
- BContinue work and clean up later
- CWash the dust away with water
- DTake a photo for the records
Answer
Stop work immediately, leave the area, and inform your supervisor
Disturbed asbestos releases fibres that can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. Immediately stopping work, leaving the area, and reporting prevents further exposure to yourself and others.
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