Demolition and asbestos inventory, putting health and safety first
Circular demolition is all about reducing waste and maximizing the reuse of materials. A crucial part of this process is the careful inventory and control of hazardous or disruptive materials. Sweco presents broad and valuable expertise concerning demolition within infrastructure and building projects.
Our experts conduct thorough assessments and inventories for demolition projects, with a particular focus on identifying asbestos-containing materials. The presence of asbestos is a critical health and safety concern that can lead to project delays, legal penalties, and serious health risks if not properly managed. Given the ongoing renovation and demolition activities in many regions, timely asbestos inventories are highly relevant and often mandated by law. By 2040, Belgium aims to have removed all applied asbestos in bad condition under the strictest safety measures.
Peace of mind through a proactive approach
A dedicated team of environmental assessors, safety managers, engineers and TRACIMAT experts focus on identifying asbestos-containing materials and safely evaluating existing structures. We offer expertise and support at every step:
- Detailed documentation of asbestos locations and conditions
- Facilitating informed decision-making by interpreting the results of the studies within the framework of your project. A demolition follow-up plan gives a first indication of quantity, allowing the contractor to move quicker with the works.
- Risk mitigation risks
- Overseeing demolition to comply with all safety regulations and environmental standards.
Our proactive approach ensures that you can proceed with demolition tasks efficiently and safely, aligned with TRACIMAT and the latest regulations and safety standards. By leveraging our expertise, you benefit from:
- Comprehensive understanding: a thorough understanding of potential health and safety hazards associated with asbestos during demolition
- Precise inventory: minimization of legal and environmental risks, preventing costly delays due to unforeseen asbestos discoveries.
- Compliance support: detailed reports that support compliance with regulatory authorities, reducing liability and ensuring smoother project execution.
- Financial control: thanks to insight into the volumes and characteristics of the demolition materials, a more reliable estimate of the demolition costs can be given.
- Peace of mind: assurance that all asbestos-related hazards are properly identified and managed before work commences.
Seamless integration with subsequent project phases
Our dedicated teams are trained to identify even the most concealed asbestos hazards and provide tailored, compliant solutions. Furthermore, Sweco’s extensive experience with complex demolition projects allows us to integrate asbestos inventories seamlessly into broader project planning, enabling efficiency and risk reduction. We prioritize safety and compliance as core values, ensuring your project minimizes health risks and environmental impact.
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