newsLincs man guilty of exposing public to asbestos
A GRANTHAM man has received a suspended prison sentence for deceiving the public about his ability to handle asbestos safely.
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articleOccupational hazards – March 2022
Asbestos may be banned in dozens of countries, but it is still all around us and presents a significant hazard to anyone who may be exposed to it, says Ruth Wilkinson.
newsDirector jailed for asbestos failings
AN ASBESTOS management company director has been jailed after failures to protect workers from asbestos exposure during a major refurbishment project in Plymouth.
newsEnsure apprentices are asbestos aware, urges UKATA
THE UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA) is urging construction employers to ensure asbestos awareness training is provided to all apprentices.
newsMan fined for illegally dumping asbestos
A GLASGOW man who illegally dumped asbestos on private land has been fined.
newsIOSH calls for better asbestos management
STRONGER MEASURES on asbestos management are needed to save lives, according to the global body for health and safety professionals.
newsBuilder prosecuted for exposing employees to asbestos
KIERAN LYNCH has been prosecuted after his employees were exposed to asbestos while refurbishing domestic premises in Barnsdale Road, Reading.
newsDirectors fined for unlicensed asbestos removal
THE MANAGING director and the director of a printing company, have been fined for safety breaches after organising the removal of asbestos insulation board by untrained personnel.
newsProperty Management Company admits asbestos failings
THE HEALTH and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) has successfully led a prosecution against Coleraine based property management company, Oriental Developments Limited.
articleWho wants safer schools?
Nick Pullan reminds us that asbestos in schools and hospitals remains a threat that we mustn’t lose sight of in the shadow of COVID-19.
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