Poundland in Ipswich Fined £565,000 Over Asbestos Failings
Well-known retailer Poundland has been fined £565,000 for a series of asbestos management failures. The Ipswich Borough Cancel has prosecuted the retailer after finding a range of failures at the Carr Street Store, between 2011 to 2018. Although the retailer apologised for not having asbestos plans in place, they admitted […]
Why Are Asbestos Surveys Important?
Asbestos surveys are essential to detect asbestos-containing materials and prevent any harm to workers or residents. Asbestos fibres are a serious health risk and can cause deadly conditions such as cancer, laryngitis and asbestosis. Historically, asbestos has been used in the construction of buildings. Hence, many older properties still contain […]
The Health Risks Of Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos exposure can be extremely harmful and in some cases, fatal. Therefore, you must take the necessary precautions to avoid inhaling any asbestos-containing materials while investing in asbestos surveys, asbestos testing and asbestos risk assessments. Most Common Health Risks Linked To Asbestos Exposure Asbestosis Asbestosis derives from asbestos exposure and […]
What Is An Asbestos Inspection?
An asbestos inspection is when a building is analysed for the presence or location of asbestos-containing materials (ACM). ACM are materials that contain more than 1% of asbestos. Suspected ACM material must be sampled and analysed before it can be identified officially as an ACM. Asbestos inspections also involve re-examining […]
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 […]