newsFines after house partially collapses
A CONSTRUCTION company and its director have been fined for health and safety failings after a house partially collapsed in Manchester.
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newsDirector jailed following asbestos failings
AN ASBESTOS removal company has been convicted and its director given a prison sentence after failing to ensure the safe removal of asbestos.
newsAsbestos awareness campaign targets younger workers
THE HEALTH and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a new campaign to raise awareness among younger people who work as plumbers, electricians and other trades, of the risks associated with asbestos.
productBreakthrough technology in the battle against asbestos
THERE ARE six million tonnes of asbestos spread across 1.5 million buildings in the UK, including up to 80% of schools and 94% of public buildings such as hospitals. Any building constructed or renovated before 1999 has the potential to contain asbestos.
newsConcerns asbestos regulations could be abolished
The British Occupational Hygiene Society, a leading scientific body and the Chartered Society for Worker Health Protection has welcomed the findings of a review by the Health and Safety Executive of the Control of Asbestos Regulations.
newsIOSH refreshes occupational cancer guidance
IOSH HAS unveiled refreshed guidance on managing the risks of occupational cancer.
newsResearch reveals alarming NHS asbestos figures
THE TUC and a group of MPs have warned hundreds of NHS buildings across London still contain asbestos – including hospitals.
productHSE statistics reveal prevalence of occupational lung disease
INDUSTRY EXPERT Tim Turney at occupational hygiene and environmental expert Casella, shares how employers can effectively protect their workers from hazardous exposure
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articleExpose the hidden danger
With the building renovation rate set to accelerate, Tim Turney takes a look at the importance of protecting against asbestos risks during the great green renovation.
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