Panicked tenant re. boiler asbestos

Craig Watson said:

I could be wrong on this as things may have changed, but I think when removing anything containing asbestos, the percentage of the asbestos compared to the rest of the product is taken into account. So because the percentage of the asbestos compared to the boiler is so low, it can be removed without the need of a registered asbestos removal firm.

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jisseh said:

rpm you're probably right. But we are stuck in a 12-month lease and I want as much peace of mind as is possible for that time. Along with the family I lost, I was exposed to a lot as a child (dust cloud levels) in an accident. I'm only 31 and had a 34yo friend die of mesothelioma last year with no idea of when she had been exposed. So I'm already high risk, about to try to start a family, and willing to fight/pay if need be.

Here are some more photos including the serial number from inside when the plumber opened it this morning. Serial number is JE-8800511.View attachment 36899 View attachment 36900 View attachment 36901 View attachment 36902

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Harvest Fields said:

My list states that it has mastic containing fibres.

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jisseh said:

Thanks for checking. What does that mean?

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Harvest Fields said:

That it is in the heat proof silicone that they use to hold some of the appliance together.

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jisseh said:

I read about wax containing asbestos used as sealant, which could melt away and leave friable fibres - is this likely what it's referring to? If so, I guess the plumber missed it and sounds like it could be a nasty one

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Harvest Fields said:

Nope. Completely different.

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jisseh said:

That's good then, I think? Thanks. Sorry for all the questions.

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Harvest Fields said:

Nope. Completely different.

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