A Guide to Safely Removing
Gaskets and rope seals
Identifying and Managing Friable Asbestos in Gaskets and Rope Seals
Gaskets reinforced with asbestos are often found in old plant equipment – usually between the flanges of pipes – that has been subject to high pressures and/or temperatures. Asbestos rope was often utilised for sealing hatches on lagging pipes and valves.
Removal Procedure
Safety First
Ensure equipment and plant and has been made safe – properly shutdown the equipment, empty the pipework and isolate the electrical supply.
Equipment Disassembly
Carefully take apart the equipment and use plastic sheeting to protect other components.
Dampening Asbestos
Using a fine water mist, dampen the asbestos as it becomes accessible.
Asbestos Removal
Using a scraper, gently remove the gasket or rope seal and bin it in a waste container positioned directly beside/beneath the work area. Be sure to scrape away any residue and keep the area damp.
HEPA Vacuum Cleaning
While scraping, it helps to also use an industrial vacuum cleaner fitted with a HEPA filter.
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