Recent evidence has come to the light that suggests that some of the people most at risk of asbestos exposure are those carrying out DIY at home. In the past, miners and transport workers were some of the most likely to develop asbestos-related diseases, but as...
Asbestos has a reputation for being a hugely dangerous substance, but you may not realise that it can be in seemingly innocuous places around the home or in the workplace. These are five of the most common places that you will find asbestos – but please remember that...
Before having all or part of a building demolished, it’s essential for you to have a demolition survey carried out by an asbestos specialist. Asbestos was very widely used in construction throughout the 20th century in the UK. Unfortunately it has now been established...
Top tips for considering asbestos when doing DIY If you believe that you may have discovered asbestos in your property, the first rule is not to touch it. Asbestos is a danger in the home after it is disturbed in a manner that creates dust containing asbestos fibres....
Asbestos Warning It doesn’t seem to matter how big or small a company is, companies who fail to take adequate asbestos surveys prior to refurbishment works continue to make the news. The latest is a large hotel chain. The company in question failed to ensure a...
