A Spodden Park spokesperson said: “Over the next few weeks, a specialist contractor will undertake investigation works across the site.
“These investigations will enable us to better understand ground conditions across the site, including the location of asbestos beneath the ground. This will inform the safest and most appropriate remediation strategy.
“During these investigations, no asbestos will be disturbed and no buildings or structures will be demolished. To carry out these works, heavy machinery will be operating on site. Some breaking of concrete may be required; however, the concrete itself does not contain asbestos.”
In its recent update, Spodden Park has also issued another warning, urging trespassers not to set foot on the grounds.
The site, nicknamed ‘Rochdale’s Chernobyl’ due to the toxic nature of the materials that used to be produced there, is off-limits to the public.
Despite this, so-called urban explorers have gone through the barbed gates to get a hands-on view of the decaying set of buildings and overgrown vegetation on the site.
The landowners say they have installed more security measures in order to prevent more break-ins.
Spodden Park added: “Whilst the investigation areas will be secured, the site remains private land and unauthorised access is not permitted. This includes informal recreation activities such as dog walking.
“With heavy machinery and specialist contractors operating on site, trespassing may endanger those undertaking the works, as well as members of the public.
“Any unauthorised access may be reported to the police by site staff. The measures being implemented are to protect site staff and local residents, and for the site to remain safe throughout the duration of these works.”