When asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are removed or disturbed, the risk of airborne asbestos fibres increases dramatically. Ensuring that the air is free from dangerous fibres before reoccupying the area is vital for the health and safety of everyone involved. In...
Asbestos remains a hidden hazard in many older buildings, and exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can lead to severe health complications, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. Asbestos air testing plays a critical role in ensuring the safety of workers and...
Asbestos is a dangerous material that, when disturbed, can release harmful fibers into the air, posing serious health risks to anyone exposed. For businesses and property managers, ensuring that their premises are free from asbestos hazards is not just about...
There are several reasons why asbestos lab testing is essential to ensuring workplace safety: 1. Identifying Hidden Hazards Asbestos is not always visible to the naked eye. In many cases, it is mixed with other materials or used in concealed spaces, such as behind...
Starting October 2023, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will commence a series of inspections in primary and secondary schools across England, Scotland, and Wales. The focus? To evaluate how schools are managing the risks associated with asbestos within their...
Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that can be dangerous to human health. It was previously used extensively in construction until it was banned outright from use in the UK in 1999. As a great deal of asbestos remains in properties, businesses have legal...
