Before 1983 most fibrous cement
sheeting and some textured coatings contained asbestos.
Asbestos fibres present a serious health hazard if they
are disturbed and inhaled during cleaning.
Therefore cleaning or preparation
for painting should be done WITHOUT sanding, or scraping
so as not to create a dust. If the surface is sound, simply
wash it clean before painting.
If the fibrous cement sheet cannot be prepared or painted
without disturbing the surface, before tackling the job
contact the Environment and Health Department of your Local
Authority, who will advise on the most appropriate way to
proceed.
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