Professional Asbestos Removal Brampton
At MGI Construction Corporation, we tackle all asbestos removal projects in Brampton to keep you, your family and your team safe. Call our team at (416) 675ā2280 today for professional asbestos removal services.
Asbestos is often described as the āhidden killerā found in many industrial, construction and commercial sectors. Improper removal of these materials can release harmful asbestos fibres into the air, posing a threat to the health of you and other inhabitants. Before any major demolition to your property or structure, all asbestos-containing materials must be removed and disposed of safely. When you are looking for professional Asbestos Removal Brampton, only hire the best. At MGI Construction Corp., weāre ready and fully equipped to begin your buildingās asbestos removal and disposal today.
For more information on MGIās asbestos removal Brampton, call us at (416) 675ā2280, or email us today.
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a group of six naturally occurring fibrous minerals composed of thin, needle-like fibres that can be pulled into a fluffy consistency. Fibres are soft and flexible, yet resistant to heat, electricity, and corrosion. These qualities make the mineral useful, however, they can also seriously harm health. Exposure to asbestos causes several cancers and diseases including mesothelioma and asbestosis. Although asbestos works to strengthen and make materials fire-resistant, it is banned in many countries due to its impact on health. Prior to the Federal bans, asbestos was a commonplace building material used in the North American construction industry. Although subsidiary bans have had some effect on the adverse effects associated with handling the product, the reality is that asbestos abatement, removal, and disposal is a task that must be handled with care.
Regulations have reduced the risk of exposure in the workplace, but a degree of risk remains for many occupations. High-risk occupations include those in construction, electricity generation, firefighting, military service, mining, shipbuilding and many more.
How You Can Be Exposed to Asbestos
Microscopic asbestos fibres cannot be seen, smelled or tasted. Instead, to detect asbestos, a sample of the material must be sent to the lab for testing. Therefore, individuals working in industries where asbestos may be found are at an elevated risk of developing an asbestos-related disease.
You can be exposed to asbestos when a home or building is being renovated or demolished. During demolition, asbestos fibres may be released into the air, causing you to breathe in or ingest the fibres. Industrial, construction and commercial sectors have used asbestos in products like cement and plaster, industrial heating systems, building insulation, and house siding amongst others.
Small asbestos fibres can be released into the air when:
Disturbing or removing insulation that contains asbestos
Disturbing or remaking roofing shingles and felt or sliding containing asbestos
Sanding, breaking apart or scraping vinyl floor tiles
Breaking apart soundproofing ceiling tiles containing asbestos
Sanding or disturbing plaster containing asbestos
Sanding or scraping older surface treatments containing asbestos such as roofing compounds, spackling, sealants, paint, putty, caulking, and drywall
Types of Asbestos
Asbestos-containing material can be found in 3 different forms: Asbestos-containing materials, Type 1, 2, or 3. As the risk increases from Type 1 to Type 3 during removal operations, protective measures and procedures become increasingly stringent. Operational procedures are broken down into four parts: preparation of the work area, dust control, personal protective clothing and equipment, and clean-up of the work area and waste removal.
Type 1:
In a Type 1 Operation, any visible dust must be removed from surfaces in the work area with either a damp cloth or vacuum equipped with a high-efficiency particulate aerosol (HEPA) filter.
Type 2:
Operation is identified by clear visible asbestos warning signs that state that there is an asbestos dust hazard. Access to the work area is restricted to individuals wearing protective clothing and equipment. Any powdered asbestos-containing material (ACM) that is likely to be disturbed and is lying on any surface or object in the workplace must be cleaned up and removed. ACM that is not crumbled or powdered must be wetted and kept wet during the work unless wetting would create a hazard or cause damage.
Type 3:
All Type 3 operations must be identified by signs that warn of the asbestos hazard. The signs must be posted in sufficient numbers to warn of the hazard and must also state, in large, clearly visible letters, that access to the work area is restricted to persons wearing protective clothing and equipment. Where wet removal of asbestos is to be carried out, electrical safety is an important consideration.
If you suspect that your site has asbestos-containing material or already have an abatement or removal strategy in place such as a Designated Substance Survey (DSS), call MGI Construction Corporation today. Our professionally trained and certified technicians carefully remove and dispose of these harmful materials to ensure that your property is safe and free from cross-contamination.
For more information on MGIās asbestos removal Brampton, call us at (416) 675ā2280, or email us today.
Health Risks of Exposure to Asbestos
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause a wide variety of medical issues and disease such as, but not limited to:
Asbestosis, which is the scarring of the lungs that makes it difficult to breathe
Mesothelioma, a rare cancer of the lining of the chest or abdominal cavity
Lung cancer, where smoking can greatly increase this link
However, there are no significant health risks if materials containing asbestos in your home are tightly bound in products, sealed behind walls and floorboards or left undisturbed.
For more information on MGIās asbestos removal Brampton, call us at (416) 675ā2280, or email us today.
Environmental Impact
Environmental sustainability and community are both incredibly important to our business, not only on a local scale but also on a global scale. Asbestos is released into the environment from both natural and human-caused sources and has been detected in indoor and outdoor air, soil, drinking water, food, and medicine. Asbestos dust can travel through the air and enter the water supply. As a result, it can settle on the surface of the soil, allowing wind to pick up the dust and further spread it around.
When you are getting ready to start a home, office or commercial renovation, call MGI Construction Corporation. Our team will determine if any asbestos-containing material exists and remove it safely from your property without any harm to you, your staff, or your family. At MGI, we cautiously navigate through the procedures and processes to ensure the project is completed in a cost-effective and timely manner.
Think Green: ask us about our LEED certification requirements and assistance programming.
About MGI Construction Corp.
Sometimes, itās essential to remove asbestos-containing material. However, in some situations, it is safest to leave the material undisturbed or encapsulate it with sealant. In both situations, itās best to call professionals such as MGI Construction Corporation for professional evaluation and asbestos removal Brampton.
MGI Construction Corporationās team has multiple and overlapping generations of experience in the asbestos removal industry. With our in-house administration, engineering, and safety staff available for all procedures per government regulations, we tackle your project hands-on. Our commitment to health and safety is at the forefront of our business. Aligned with high-standards and operating procedures, weāre pleased to report weāve completed hundreds of successful asbestos removal projects and counting. Furthermore, we efficiently maintain a growing fleet of heavy equipment, trucks, and attachments to ensure the job is done right.
Our asbestos removal Brampton services are fully insured and bonded; including both liability insurance and WSIB. We proudly offer full-service packages that track development projects start-to-finish. As a result, we assemble a dynamic field team of certified technicians, experienced operators, skilled labour, and project managers. MGI works alongside Local 793, 183, and 506 (ICI and Demolition) Unions.
When in search of asbestos removal Brampton, look no further than MGI Corporation. We carefully monitor all aspects of our projects and continuously survey for potential hazards and risks. It is of utmost importance that our employees adhere to all health and safety policies for the duration of every asbestos removal project.
MGI Construction Corp. proudly offers expert asbestos removal services in Scarborough, Markham, Kingston, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, Guelph, London, Etobicoke, Caledon and other municipalities in Ontario.