July, 2012 | Environmental Site Services

Asbestos in your Workplace

Post author:Environmental Site Services
Post published:29 July
Post category:Asbestos Asbestos Audits and Registers Hazardous Materials

Asbestos is a hazardous material that poses a risk to health by inhalation if the fibres become airborne and people are exposed to these fibres.

Exposure to asbestos fibres is known to cause mesothelioma, asbestosis, pleural plaque and lung cancer.

Asbestos containing materials (ACM) were extensively used in Australian buildings, plant and equipment, ships, trains and motor vehicles from the 1950’s till the 1970’s, and some uses, such as friction materials and gaskets were only discontinued on 31December 2003.

Despite regulation of asbestos containing materials, they are still common in commercial buildings and structures. (more…)

Heat Stress Monitoring

Post author:Environmental Site Services
Post published:29 July
Post category:Uncategorized

Heat stress is the total heat burden to which the body is subjected by both external and internal factors. The body must balance the heat transferred into the body, heat generated in the body, and heat coming out of the body. Heat stress can greatly contribute to accidents and injuries in the workplace.

Effects of heat stress can include

Dehydration
Heat stroke
Skin problems
Cramps
Fainting
Stress on cardiovascular system
Aggravation of pre-existing disability
Induce unsafe acts
Discouraged use of protective equipment e.g. Fogging of glasses
Increased exposure to hazards (more…)

When do you need an Asbestos Management Plan?

Post author:Environmental Site Services
Post published:29 July
Post category:Asbestos Asbestos Audits and Registers Hazardous Materials

When do you need an Asbestos Management Plan?

An Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) is a tool used when managing asbestos in a building, structure or in contaminated waste and soil. Most commonly an AMP is utilised by the controller of a building to assist in the prevention of exposure to asbestos fibres to building occupiers and the public. (more…)

Asbestos found on worksite

Post author:Environmental Site Services
Post published:28 July
Post category:Asbestos Asbestos Audits and Registers Hazardous Materials News & Stuff

According to the Gladstone Observer

ASBESTOS has been found on an LNG construction site on Curtis Island.
Bechtel Gladstone general manager Kevin Berg yesterday confirmed traces of asbestos were detected within the bonded building structure of two containerised switch rooms.
The affected containers were brought in by foreign contractor Metito. (more…)

What is a fit test?

Post author:Environmental Site Services
Post published:27 July
Post category:Uncategorized

Respirator fit testing is performed to determine how well a respirator seal fits a person’s face. A respirator must be fitted to insure maximum protection from contaminates and comfort. With a respirator if there is a leak or it is not worn properly the wearer could be exposed to airborne contaminates. It is an employer’s responsibility to ensure employees have a respirator fit test to ensure proper face piece to face seal. (more…)