How to Perform an Asbestos Risk Assessment
Asbestos assessment is essential when work on a property is likely to disturb asbestos-containing materials (ACM). The person in charge of a building must ensure that an asbestos risk assessment is performed to prevent workers or residents from being exposed to asbestos. By undertaking this process, workers can feel safe […]
The Benefits of Asbestos Testing
Asbestos testing is incredibly beneficial for residents and workers in a premises. It allows you to detect asbestos containing materials and stop others from being harmed by these substances. Here is why you should consider asbestos testing. Why Invest In Asbestos Testing Worth The Cost Asbestos testing is very affordable […]
The Benefits Of An Asbestos Survey
An asbestos survey is crucial to protect occupants in commercial and public buildings from being exposed to asbestos-containing materials. Asbestos is highly toxic and can cause serious health issues as well as mortality in severe cases. Before residents move into a building or construction workers start any projects, a property […]
What Does An Asbestos Survey Involve?
Asbestos surveys are incredibly important as part of an asbestos management plan to assess risks and prevent harm to those who live or work in a building. Types Of Asbestos Survey There are three different types of asbestos surveys: management surveys, pre-demolition surveys and pre-refurbishment surveys. Management Surveys This survey […]
What Is An Asbestos Report?
An asbestos report is incredibly important in premises where asbestos has been discovered. It doesn’t matter if the property is commercial or residential the more aware you are of asbestos the safer everyone will be. This is especially the case for workers in construction, electrics or plumbing who have a […]
What Is Asbestos Testing
Asbestos testing is the process of analysing certain materials to see if they contain asbestos or not. Some examples of asbestos containing materials (ACM) include: Pipe lagging Insulation board Sprayed coatings Cement Textured coatings Testing usually consists of taking single or bulk samples of ACM’s and then analysing them for […]
What to do if you think you have been exposed to asbestos
This article explains what you should do if you think you have been exposed to asbestos What to do if you think you have found asbestos in your home If you are doing DIY work on your home, and you think you have found asbestos, you should seek immediate advice […]
The Hidden Asbestos Epidemic
A dying doctor has warned of a ‘hidden epidemic’ caused by NHS failures. The mother of two has just months to live and is warning the public about asbestos related cancers among NHS staff and patients because hospitals have failed to properly handle the toxic material. Kate Richmond has spoken […]
Why Are Asbestos Inspections Important?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibre which was commonly used in construction and other industries until the late 1990s. Asbestos was used in buildings for insulation, roofing, flooring and was sprayed on walls and ceilings. It is now banned from being used in the UK, however, some buildings may have […]
Asbestos Investigation Launched Over Burry Port Beach
An investigation has been launched after reports came in that asbestos had been found on a beach which is located near the site of an old power station. The mayor of Burry Port, Mike Theodoulou, which is located in Carmarthenshire, was ‘furious about the situation’ and demanded the beach be […]