Archive for the ‘Asbestos in the Press’ Category
End Of Year Asbestos FlyTipping A Deady Reminder
Whether by intention to cut costs or a negligent lack of asbestos awareness, throughout 2011, there were continuous reports of the illegal flytipping of building waste, which included asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).
Asbestos Awareness For Xmas Holiday DIY Plans
The traditional festive break is often used as an opportunity to catch up on those long overdue, small DIY jobs that need to be attended to around the home. At the very least, this is likely to involve drilling, hammering, scraping or sandpapering wall or ceiling surfaces – and the probability of encountering hidden asbestos!
Every week in the UK, an average of 20 tradesmen – mostly carpenters, electricians and plumbers – will die from mesothelioma or other asbestosis diseases, according to the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).
Risk Alert Attached To Flytipped Asbestos.
Asbestos flytipping is back in the news headlines – but with a difference!
Discovery of asbestos material within public buildings, including schools, hospitals, libraries, retail stores, restaurants, offices and storage facilities, continue to make press headlines.