Why it is common
Asbestos cement sheets were cheap and durable, so they were used on huge numbers of barns, cattle sheds and stores.
The risks
Old sheets become brittle. Falling through a fragile roof is a serious risk on its own, so never walk on them.
Your duties
Farm buildings are workplaces, so the duty to manage applies. Keep a record of where asbestos is.
Removal and re-roofing
We remove sheets with mobile platforms, wrap and dispose of them and re-roof with steel or fibre cement.
This guide is general information. Every building is different, so ask us before you start work.
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