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...
Asbestos was a popular building material prior to the 1970s, until it was discovered to be a carcinogen. It’s typically found in duct and pipe insulation, loft insulation, floor tiles and cement asbestos siding. But exposure to asbestos has life-threatening risks...
Businesses are facing a very different landscape in the wake of COVID-19. Things that would have unthinkable just months ago are today a completely normal part of business practice. This has had a huge impact on companies and organisations across the country, from...
