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Discover why asbestos surveys are essential in schools to ensure safety, legal compliance, and health protection. Learn how proper management creates safer learning environments.
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Category: Industry
A Chelmsford-based client contacted 247 Asbestos Services after purchasing a mid-20th-century residential property with plans for extensive renovations.
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Category: Industry
An Essex school has been fined £46,000 after poorly managed refurbishment work led to the disturbance of asbestos, endangering staff and others.
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Category: Industry
Asbestos surveys are essential in the construction industry to ensure the safety of workers, building occupants, and the general public. Historically, asbestos was a widely used material due to its fire-resistant and insulating properties, but it is now known to pose serious health risks. Exposure to asbestos fibres can lead to life-threatening conditions such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis.
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Category: Industry
A former Beldam Asbestos worker from Hounslow was awarded £320,000 in compensation shortly before his death from mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Learn more about the urgent legal case that secured justice for his family.
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By James
Category: Industry
Asbestos, once regarded as a versatile and effective material, was widely used in construction and manufacturing industries for its heat resistance, durability, and fireproofing properties.
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Category: Industry
The family of Peggy Jones, an 88-year-old former head cook from London, has successfully secured a settlement after her tragic death from sarcomatoid mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure.
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By James
Category: Industry
Hospitals are places where safety and health should be a top priority. However, the discovery of asbestos beneath St Pancras Hospital in Camden, North London, has raised concerns about the safety of hospital staff and visitors.
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By James
Category: Industry
We will explore the most common places where asbestos can be found in residential and commercial properties and why it's essential to take precautions when working in older buildings.
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Category: Industry
At least 117 individuals were potentially exposed to asbestos during renovation work at the Palace of Westminster.
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By James
Category: Industry
Asbestos was once hailed as a "miracle mineral" due to its heat resistance, strength, and versatility. However, it is now known to pose severe health risks, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis, when its fibres are inhaled.
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By James
Category: Industry
Asbestos surveys are a legal requirement in many circumstances. Working or occupying a building without an asbestos survey could be breaking the law. But when do you need one, and when don't you need one? You can find out when you need an asbestos survey, and why, in this blog post.
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By James
Category: Industry
Following her diagnosis with terminal cancer linked to asbestos exposure, a Leeds woman is urging the removal of asbestos from all public structures. At 64, Rose Hall learned she had mesothelioma in 2019, a condition she contracted after inhaling asbestos fibres as a schoolgirl in Leeds, unknowingly at the time.
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Category: Industry
A recent mapping effort has identified six locations where asbestos has been confirmed to be present beneath the surface at Rickmansworth Aquadrome, according to information released by the Three Rivers District Council.
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Category: Industry
Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral known for its heat resistance and durability, was widely used in various construction materials and consumer products until its health risks became widely recognised. Exposure to asbestos fibres can lead to serious health conditions, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. Consequently, identifying products containing asbestos is crucial for protecting public health and safety.
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Category: Industry
Talcum powder, a product found in numerous households, has recently come under heightened scrutiny due to concerns about asbestos contamination. This article aims to clarify the confusion surrounding asbestos in talcum powder by presenting accurate and trustworthy information. We will explore the associated risks, safety measures, and frequently asked questions to ensure you are well-informed.
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By James
Category: Industry
Asbestos: the word alone might conjure images of hazard signs and safety warnings. This naturally occurring mineral, once lauded for its fire resistance, strength, and insulating properties, became a staple in the construction industry throughout the 20th century.
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Category: Industry
In the United Kingdom, the legacy of asbestos in school buildings is a significant issue, with Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) adding another layer to this complex challenge.
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Category: Industry
Asbestos, a hazardous material associated with severe health risks, continues to be a significant concern in schools across the United Kingdom. Despite efforts to manage and eliminate asbestos, the problem persists in a large number of educational institutions.
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Category: Industry
Nottingham City Council is allocating £140,000 for the essential removal of asbestos from the historic Guildhall.
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By James
Category: Industry
Asbestosis is a chronic condition characterised by persistent lung inflammation and scarring resulting from exposure to asbestos fibres.
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By James
Category: Industry
Over the decades, asbestos has been extensively used in various products, resulting in a legacy of potential health hazards.
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Category: Industry
Addressing Asbestos Issues in Educational Institutions: Legal Guidelines for Asbestos Removal and Management in Schools
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By James
Category: Industry
Asbestos surveys are a critical component of maintaining the safety of buildings, both residential and commercial. However, when it comes to determining the cost of such surveys, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Numerous factors come into play, making it crucial to understand what influences the pricing of asbestos surveys.
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Category: Industry
After the Removal of Asbestos in All Commercial Buildings (RAAC), the pressing question that looms is, what legacy does asbestos leave for public buildings?
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Category: Industry
Phillip Peter Webster, affectionately known as Peter, passed away last year at the age of 84, succumbing to mesothelioma—a lung lining cancer resulting from asbestos exposure.
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Category: Industry
In a heartwarming turn of events, Guildford Cathedral has been saved from a financial crisis thanks to an outpouring of support from generous donors who contributed a total of £6.9 million.
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Category: Industry
Hackney Council has issued a cautionary notice regarding the presence of asbestos in approximately two-thirds of its council-owned properties. Residents are strongly encouraged to contact the Town Hall before embarking on any DIY projects within their homes.
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Category: Industry
Concerns are mounting over the possibility that deteriorating concrete in schools and hospitals may release hazardous asbestos fibres.
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Category: Industry
The teacher was exposed to asbestos somewhere between 1979 and 1985, and it wasn't until December 2005 that she learned she had mesothelioma.
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By James
Category: Industry
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that primarily affects the lining of the lungs.
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Category: Industry
Waterside Apartments - a prominent residential complex nestled along the picturesque waterfront of Southampton, became the focal point of a concerning asbestos contamination issue.
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By James
Category: Industry
When asbestos is discovered in a structure, it is crucial that it be correctly diagnosed and handled by qualified experts. This happened at a building site in Liverpool.
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By James
Category: Industry
An investigation found that exposure to asbestos dust on construction sites was probably what led to the death of the Leicester builder.
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Category: Industry
The University of Birmingham has determined that asbestos is present in its construction. The information was made public after the law firm Stephensons Solicitors LLP requested it from all universities under the Freedom of Information Act.
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By James
Category: Industry
A Coventry church that is falling apart and has lain dormant for more than ten years is about to be demolished to make way for a new care facility. Experts claim St. Nicholas Church in Radford is "severely dilapidated" and that repairing it would be more expensive than replacing it.
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By James
Category: Industry
Fly-tipping has a striking visual and environmental impact, but it is also becoming increasingly obvious that there is a risk to human health. The worrisome and escalating issue of hazardous waste disposal in communities across Britain has been on the increase.
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By James
Category: Industry
According to some reports, the number of patients who might develop cancer from asbestos exposure at London's hospitals is a "ticking time bomb." According to BBC London, asbestos is present in 94% of the city's hospitals. In London, mesothelioma has claimed the lives of about 1,000 people from 2011 to 2017, seven of whom were medical professionals.
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Category: Industry
Due to asbestos exposure while working at Anderson Tower in Motherwell, the contractor in charge is fined for putting their workers in danger.
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