Asbestos
Asbestos management
Due to the original construction of our campus there is asbestos present in some of our buildings. When contained, asbestos does not pose a risk to health. Problems can arise when asbestos dust is released due to uncontrolled works or accidental damage.
Asbestos risks are managed by the University Estates, Facilities and Commercial Services division. There is an ongoing programme to remove asbestos from campus where possible.
Works and construction
Even drilling into a wall to put up a shelf can result in a release of asbestos.
Prior to carrying out any work likely to release asbestos by yourself or contractors you should ensure that the asbestos register has been checked.
This can be done by emailing the details of the proposed work to the Estates Helpdesk: estateshelpdesk@sussex.ac.uk.
Suspected accidental release
If you suspect that damage to a building has resulted in a potential release of asbestos please call the Estates Helpdesk and report details of the incident.
Phone: +44 (0)1273 877777
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