What to Expect From an Asbestos Management Survey
Discovering asbestos/evidence of asbestos in your building is naturally a cause for concern but handling the situation correctly can make a big difference. Your first step should always be to arrange an asbestos management survey, after which you’ll have a much clearer picture of what to do next. But what […]
Stephens and Stephens Property Development Boss Fined for Asbestos Exposure
The director of property development group Stephens and Stephens has been fined for exposing staff and the public to asbestos, whilst a hotel in Newquay was being demolished. The case was recently taken to Truro Crown Court, where it was heard the Cliffdene Hotel, in Newquay, Cornwall, was ‘riddled with […]
What To Do When You Think You Have An Asbestos Problem
Asbestos is a serious problem and while arranging for a refurbishment and demolition asbestos survey can sound daunting, the alternative is far worse. Today we’ll be going through the three most important steps you should take if you suspect you may have an asbestos problem and why acting quickly is […]
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 […]
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 […]