Does this mean that I (as a user) have to replace RCF with a low bio-persistent fibre – Superwool?
The existing European Health & Safety Regulations on the use of carcinogens at work state that the user has a duty to use alternative materials where they are technically and economically viable: the employer reduces the use of a carcinogen at the place of work in particular by replacing it, in so far as is technically possible, by a substance, preparation or process which, under its conditions of use, is not dangerous or is less dangerous to workers’ health and safety This obligation does not apply to RCF applications already in place as long as the application is not releasing airborne RCF dust.
