Written Question · S3W-18152 · Session 3
Whether health and safety guidance on the dangers and management of asbestos in the workplace are being observed at the University of Glasg…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether health and safety guidance on the dangers and management of asbestos in the workplace are being observed at the University of Glasgow Dental School while asbestos is being removed from the building.
The answer
The removal of asbestos is subject to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 and I can confirm that in compliance with these regulations NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has an asbestos register in place for the dental hospital and school that, based on surveys carried by specialist consultants, identifies the existence of asbestos within the building.
If contract works are being carried out on the premises the register is consulted to determine whether asbestos is present in that area. If so present and the asbestos requires encapsulation or removal then the Health and Safety Executive is notified and the appropriate works carried out by a licensed, specialist contractor. The register is then updated to reflect the works carried out.
If contract works are being carried out on the premises the register is consulted to determine whether asbestos is present in that area. If so present and the asbestos requires encapsulation or removal then the Health and Safety Executive is notified and the appropriate works carried out by a licensed, specialist contractor. The register is then updated to reflect the works carried out.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S3W-18152 by reference.