In the past, asbestos was a popular material due to its strength and fire-resistant properties. However, it’s since been linked to serious health problems in humans, including cancer. This can sound scary, especially if you suspect you might have it in your home. Luckily, there are some steps you can take to have it removed safely and minimize the risk to you and your family’s health. Here are some do’s and don’ts if you suspect there’s asbestos in your house.
Useful Information & Tips About Hazardous Waste in Surrey & Greater Vancouver
Humans engage in all manner of activities, some of which, such as manufacturing, health care, and transportation, create hazardous waste materials. Proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste in Surrey and Greater Vancouver play a critical role in protecting the health and safety of employees and area residents. At BC Hazmat Inspections we believe that the more our customers know about the types of hazardous waste and the proper way of controlling or removing it, the better prepared they are to make informed decisions about how and by whom it should be done.
We plan to post articles containing helpful tips and information about hazardous materials and the best ways to address them in the coming months. Please check back for updates. In the meantime, our experienced team is always happy to discuss your particular situation and offer suggestions or advice, so feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you might have..
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01/10/2019Everything You Need to Know about a Hazmat ReportRead MoreAre you planning to start a construction or renovation project in British Columbia? Do you know there may be extremely hazardous materials in old buildings that are classified according to their toxicity? A specialized inspection can determine their presence (especially asbestos and lead) in a building structure.
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16/07/2019What Are the Health Risks Associated With Asbestos?Read MoreAsbestos testing and inspection involves the examination of a building or a location for the presence of asbestos-containing materials (ACM). This is an essential procedure to be completed before demolishing or renovating your old house mandated by WorkSafeBC. It is possible that among other things, the insulation or the texture coat contains this element. If being removed or disturbed, it may be extremely hazardous to ones health and must be removed and disposed of appropriately to ensure the safety of you and your family.
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12/03/2019When Do You Need a Hazmat Inspection?Read MoreWhen starting any type of construction project here in B.C., you’re required by law to conduct a Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) Survey. More buildings than you might think contain hazardous materials like asbestos and lead, which can pose significant health risks to the people that live and work in them. Here are three situations where it’s essential to schedule a hazmat inspection.
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22/10/2018Asbestos Testing: Better Safe than SorryRead MorePlanning a major commercial renovation or construction project at your place of business? Whether you’re in Surrey, Langley or elsewhere in the Greater Vancouver area, local laws state that you won’t be able to get started until you’ve had a thorough hazardous materials survey (hazmat survey) performed by an industry professional to ensure that there is no asbestos on site.
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04/06/2018How to Identify Mould in Your HomeRead MoreAt BC Hazmat Inspections, we specialize in mould testing in the Surrey and Vancouver area. With thousands of different varieties of mould, it can be hard to tell if one has invaded your home. Let our experts give you a little information about how to identify mould and what to do if you have it.
