Recycling construction and demolition material

What it contains

This document describes how asbestos regulations apply to workplaces when recycling construction and demolition (C&D) materials. Use this guide to plan how to remove asbestos materials before recycling C&D materials.

It explains:

• what the asbestos regulations are for workplaces recycling C&D materials
• how to work out if C&D materials contain asbestos
• the meaning of definitions used in the asbestos regulations
• the duties of asset managers, waste managers, transporters, processors and vendors
• how to prepare and unload materials for delivery
• who is responsible for quality control and auditing materials