Asbestos Removal Friable Work Method Statement

Asbestos Removal is extremely dangerous and this Friable Asbestos Removal Work Method Statement is a vital part of a safe work system.

It outlines the steps for Friable Asbestos Removal, the risks or hazards of each step and control measures.

Friable Asbestos means asbestos-containing material which, when dry, is or may become crumbled, pulverised or reduced to powder by hand pressure. Common examples: sprayed pipe lagging, gasket covers, insulation.

The Work Method Statement includes:

• Planning
• Personnel
• PPE
• Tools and Equipment
• Set Up
• Operation
• Clean Up
• References
• Risk Ratings


• 11 page complete procedure
• MS Word Format
• Easy to edit
• Easy to add site specific risks
• Version 5.0

Respiratory Protection- ensure:

• persons are deemed medically fit to wear
• issued to individuals
• fit testing is conducted by competent person
• complete facial seal (no facial hair)

Note: Continuous flow positive pressure respirators should be provided for persons with beards/stubble. Use correctly- fitting air-supply hoods for persons who need prescriptions glasses.

Do not leave respirators in asbestos contaminated area when not in use. Do not leave hanging around neck.