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Asbestos remains the single greatest cause of work-related deaths in Great Britain, and while the material has been banned since 1999, it still exists in millions of buildings. Now, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is seeking feedback on proposals that could...
A recent case in Hertfordshire has highlighted the serious consequences of failing to properly manage asbestos risks during even minor maintenance works. Elstree Film Studios Limited has been fined £6,000 after staff disturbed asbestos-containing materials (ACMs)...
Managing Asbestos in Your School: A Practical Guide for Leadership and Estates Teams The presence of asbestos in UK schools is an issue of growing concern. With updated government guidance, increased scrutiny and legal duties under the Control of Asbestos Regulations...
Asbestos in Schools: Navigating Budget Shifts, New Guidance & Compliance Demands With the UK Government’s Autumn Budget highlighting major shifts in education funding and a renewed focus on infrastructure, schools across the country are reassessing their asbestos...
Understanding Asbestos Regulations for Classic Car Imports If you are importing a classic or vintage car into the European Union (EU), it is essential to understand the region’s strict asbestos regulations. Under the EU REACH Regulation (Registration, Evaluation,...
Understanding Asbestos Regulations for Classic Car Imports If you are importing a classic or vintage car into the USA, it is crucial to understand the country’s strict asbestos regulations. Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), asbestos is highly restricted,...
Asbestos is a hazardous material with well-documented health risks, leading to strict regulations on its use worldwide. In New Zealand, the importation of asbestos-containing products has been banned since 2016 under the Imports and Exports (Asbestos-containing...
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...
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...
A Birmingham builder has been fined for illegally removing asbestos insulating boards from his home, potentially exposing people in the street, including young children, to potentially deadly asbestos fibres. The builder was converting a garage into living quarters...