Saturday, February 16, 2019 ~ GREATER VICTORIA.
~ West Shore Voice News
As spring approaches, the idea of home and building renovation is on the horizon. And again this year, the Capital Regional District (CRD) reminds property owners to hire a qualified professional to test for asbestos and remove it safely.
Proposal disposal is outlined at www.crd.bc.ca/renowaste
A homeowner who is planning to renovate or demolish a home that was built before 1990, must take responsibility for the asbestos content, says WorkSafe BC. And contractors are responsible for protecting their workers from asbestos exposure, says WorkSafe BC.
Asbestos is a group of mineral fibres that resist fire, heat and electricity. Renovating and deconstructing houses containing asbestos products can release fibres into the air.
Inhalation can lead to lung scarring and cancer. The most common asbestos containing materials are include drywall, vinyl flooring, grout, insulation, stucco, cement board, and panelling. For a full list see: https://www.crd.bc.ca/service/waste-recycling/hartland-landfill-facility/asbestos
Asbestos-containing material (ACM) is accepted by appointment at Hartland Landfill. Call 250.360.3410. All materials must be bagged and loads covered.
This article was first published on page 4 in the February 8 & 15, 2019 Print/PDF Issue of West Shore Voice News