Role and Responsibilities of ‘Duty Holder’ in Managing Asbestos Exposure The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 was the first regulation in the UK that addressed control of asbestos at work and Managing Asbestos Exposure. The legislation had stipulated that the work of disposing of asbestos should be done by a licensed asbestos…
Month: November 2017
Health Risks of Asbestos Water Tanks Exposed
Health Risks of Asbestos Water Tanks Exposed Asbestos was extensively used in building materials in the 1930s. The material is resistant to fire, heat, and electricity. It is also a good insulator and can be used for different purposes. Regrettably, later studies revealed alarming health risks of asbestos exposure. Long-term exposure to asbestos fibres was…
What Are the Costs Involved with Asbestos Floor Tile Removal?
What Are the Costs Involved with Asbestos Floor Tile Removal? Asbestos had been really popular back in the day, until the hazards associated with it were discovered before the turn of the millennium. It is still found today in many homes and office buildings from that era today. The asbestos floor tile removal costs may…
All you Need to Know About Asbestos Water Tanks
All you Need to Know About Asbestos Water Tanks Asbestos – a very popular construction material back in the day –was used for the most part of the 20th century in many parts of the world, including the UK, for the construction of many residential and commercial buildings. It was used as reinforcement for cement,…
What are the UK Regulations Regarding Disposing of Asbestos?
What are the UK Regulations Regarding Disposing of Asbestos? Asbestos is a Greek word that means inextinguishable. It is not surprising why the material was extensively used during ancient Roman times in building materials and suits of armour. The material is durable and highly heat resistant. That’s why it became the preferred building material during…