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...
Film Studio Fined £6,000 After Asbestos Disturbance During Maintenance Works
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)...
Asbestos Lab Testing: Critical for Health and Legal Compliance
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...
What are the legal obligations for businesses surrounding asbestos?
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...
Builder Fined for Illegal Asbestos Removal
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...





