L143, Managing and working with asbestos. Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Approved Code of Practice and guidance

L143, Managing and working with asbestos. Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Approved Code of Practice and guidance. This is the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP) for the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. It provides detailed practical guidance on how to comply with the legal duties to manage asbestos. For those responsible for buildings, it explains the requirements for surveying, creating an asbestos register, and producing a management plan. For contractors, it details safe working methods for handling asbestos-containing materials. Adhering to this ACoP is essential for preventing the release of asbestos fibres during any building work, which is vital for protecting workers and, in a fire scenario, emergency responders. This page provides a structured summary, key provisions, and practical guidance on the application of L5 Control of Asbestos Regs ACoP to UK fire safety engineering, building design, and Building Safety Act compliance.