Enveco NW Urges Residents to Stay Vigilant Following Two Incidents of Fly-Tipped Asbestos in Blackpool

Enveco NW is urging residents across Blackpool to remain alert after two recent reports of illegally dumped asbestos. One on Ashburton Road and another on Boundary Park.

Asbestos is very dangerous, especially when it’s damaged or broken. When this happens, tiny fibres can be released into the air, and breathing these in can harm your health.

Asbestos was once commonly used in buildings because it was strong and heat-resistant, but it is now banned in the UK. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) warns that asbestos fibres can cause serious illnesses, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. These health problems often take decades to develop, which is why it’s so important that asbestos is handled and disposed of safely.

Incident Summaries

Ashburton Road
Enveco NW received a report of suspected asbestos fly-tipping in an alleyway on Ashburton Road. The material was found intact and had not been broken down. Because of this it is classed as un-licensed which enables Enveco’s trained operatives to safely remove the asbestos immediately, following all appropriate handling and training procedures.

Boundary Park
The second report involved asbestos that had been broken up and contaminated with other waste. This significantly increases the risk of airborne fibres. Under Enveco NW’s strict safety protocol and Government legislation, crews are not able to remove broken asbestos mixed within waste, as this now requires a licensed contractor.

On attending the site, the team assessed the material, made the area safe by carefully covering the waste and placing protective barriers, and immediately contacted Enveco’s licensed asbestos contractor, who is fully trained and authorised to handle high-risk asbestos. They removed the material on 01.12.2025 and carried out a thorough site check to ensure no fragments remained.

A spokesperson for Enveco NW said:

“Asbestos is extremely dangerous, particularly when it is broken up or disturbed. We take reports of asbestos very seriously and respond immediately to ensure community safety. Fly-tipping asbestos not only puts people’s health at risk—it is also a criminal offence. We encourage residents to dispose of asbestos safely and correctly through our Household Waste Recycling Centre.”

How Residents Can Safely Dispose of Asbestos from Home

Asbestos must be removed and disposed of in a controlled and safe manner. Householders are encouraged to dispose of all types of asbestos through a licensed contractor.

However, small quantities of cement bonded asbestos arising as a result of your own household maintenance and repairs can be taken to the Household Waste Recycling Centre at Bristol Avenue by following these steps:

  • Contact the HWRC for advice on how much asbestos they will accept and how you should wrap it. You will need to visit before you dispose of your asbestos as they will provide you with bags for wrapping it correctly along with a information sheet
  • Go and buy protective overalls, mask, gloves and goggles
  • Plan the work so that the asbestos is handled as little as possible
  • Damp down the material before disturbing it
  • Do not break up cement sheeting. If they must be cut use a handsaw not power tools
  • Place your asbestos into the RED sack and seal the bag with tape – then place the sealed red sack into the WHITE sack and securely seal
  • Repeat the process for the second sack
  • If dust is produced ensure it is wet, then sweep it up- do not use a vacuum as dust may then be spread around your house
  • Once all dust is swept up and all asbestos is in the sacks – take off your overalls, mask and gloves and place them into your final sack and then securely seal with tape
  • Take the wrapped asbestos to the HWRC and speak with a member of staff in the office at the entrance- your asbestos will need to be checked and you will need sign an asbestos log sheet
  • Asbestos can only be accepted at the site between these hours: 10.00am to 3.45pm 7 days a week

No asbestos from commercial activities will be accepted under any circumstances as this must be disposed of at a licensed hazardous waste site.

Report It, Protect Your Community

Enveco NW encourages residents to immediately report any suspected asbestos that has been fly-tipped via: https://www.blackpool.gov.uk/Residents/Waste-and-recycling/Report-a-fly-tip.aspx

By reporting quickly, residents help protect their community and ensure any hazardous materials are dealt with swiftly and safely.