HSE survey revealed the full extent of construction workers’ exposure to the deadly material.
The survey showed carpenters, painters and decorators could still come into contact with asbestos on average more than 100 times a year.
The survey also revealed some common myths believed by those at risk with:
One in seven believing that drinking a glass of water will help protect them from the deadly dust.
One in four thinking that opening ...
HSE is urging the construction industry to ensure basic health and safety measures are in place after a month long inspection initiative, (September 14) found 40 per cent of sites failing to properly protect workers.
Unacceptable conditions and dangerous practices were found at nearly half of the 1,748 repair and refurbishment sites visited by HSE inspectors, with 1 in 5 sites so poor, formal enforcement action was required. Many of the issues found could have been easily prevented with simple, straightforward ...
Continue Reading → ShareOctober saw the launch of a new HSE campaign that aims to help tradespeople protect themselves from asbestos.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material which was used extensively as a building material across Great Britain until 1999 when it was banned. It remains in millions of homes and buildings today and can be found in places that you might not expect such as ceiling tiles, boilers, toilet cisterns, guttering and soffits. When materials that contain asbestos are disturbed or damaged, ...
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This project was to remove AIB cladding to beams within car park area – Heron House is an office block in Bournemouth used by a major insurance company. This job was completed out of hours.
Cliveden is one of the world’s finest luxury hotels, this grand stately home is set in the heart of the Berkshire countryside, surrounded by 376 acres of magnificent National Trust managed Grade I listed formal gardens and parkland.
This project was to remove AIB boarding from guest rooms, suites and communion areas, install thermal insulation to ground pipes in kitchen area and provide a thorough environmental clean in the loft space. This work was undertaken with the up most consideration ...
At the heart of London’s Mayfair, Claridge’s luxury hotel is perfectly situated for the West End, stylish shopping districts, leafy Royal parks and thriving business centre.
This project was to remove AIB boarding from guest rooms, suites and communion areas, install thermal insulation and provide a thorough environmental clean in the basement area . This work was undertaken with the up most consideration to the guests and staff alike.. A&E Asbestos worked within set parameters including RAMS, risk assessment and ...
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One of England’s finest coaching inns – with a place in history
The Talbot, Ripley, has for centuries played its part in history. It is said to have provided the stage for Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton’s love affair to blossom in 1798, and remains one of England’s finest coaching inns.
This project was to install thermal insulation and provide a thorough environmental clean in the loft area . This work was undertaken with the up most consideration to the guests ...
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