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Once hailed as a miracle material, asbestos is now infamous for its health hazards, ranging from chronic respiratory diseases to cancer. We get asked a lot “Do I need an asbestos management plan?” Well this pivotal question arises for anyone responsible for the maintenance of buildings and facilities where asbestos-containing material may be used. Understanding […]
Asbestos, once celebrated for its versatility and heat resistance, is an incredibly harmful and dangerous mineral. Before the negative effects were brought to light, asbestos was used in various industries across the UK, from construction and manufacturing to automotive production. However, the extensive use of asbestos in the past has left a trail of health […]
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral known for its strong and heat-resistant fibres. In the past, it has been widely used in construction and manufacturing for its durability and fire-resistant properties. However, asbestos exposure can pose extremely serious health risks, particularly when its fibres are inhaled or ingested. Asbestos fibres can lead to a variety […]
News from Sydney Australia… According to a BBC News article yesterday, in January 2024, an Australian child innocently brought home a couple of handfuls of garden mulch from near a child’s playground in Sydney, Australia. Luckily the parent spotted this and recognised it as what looked like chunks of bonded asbestos. Not everyone would be […]
A man from Hartlepool has been handed a community order after he admitted to removing asbestos from a school when he wasn’t licenced to do so. The accused also confessed to falsifying clearance documents after removing asbestos-containing materials from Our Lady Lourdes School in Shotton Colliery in March 2021. He had previously conducted similar work […]
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral known for its heat-resistant properties. Before researchers highlighted the hazards of the mineral, it was used extensively in construction. Asbestos is present in various building types, including commercial, industrial, and domestic structures. Building owners and/or managers must actively manage asbestos risks in all building types to ensure the safety […]
Having a good understanding of asbestos is important to help you understand the potential dangers it poses to health. To navigate the potential risks effectively, it is necessary to have a comprehensive understanding of the various types of asbestos, its widespread applications and the associated health hazards. Types of asbestos There are a variety of forms […]
When it comes to property ownership and management, the health and safety of occupants is of utmost importance. Asbestos has been for a long time, a silent and long-standing threat and with its history of use in construction, asbestos presents serious health hazards. This article will explore why asbestos surveys are essential for property owners […]