Asbestos survey news

Every employer must make sure that anyone who is liable to come across or disturb asbestos during their normal day to day work receives the correct level of information, instruction and training. Employees must be able to work safely and competently without risk to themselves or others. Further guidance is available on the HSE website […]

Asbestos Risk – A One-Stop Guide for Small Construction Businesses and Tradespeople Asbestos poses a significant risk to health. It can be found in any building built pre-2000 and is responsible for around 5000 deaths a year. The Construction Leadership Council’s Health, Safety & Wellbeing workstream is launching a new one-page  Asbestos Risk guide for small […]

Asbestos at home and at work, where does it hide? See the images below for guidance on where you are most likely to find asbestos within residential properties and commercial buildings. Asbestos awareness can save lives! Contact HSG Surveys Ltd for any asbestos advice or a quote to carry out an asbestos survey on your […]

Jason Williams had no idea his job might endanger his life. But 20 years later he was diagnosed with mesothelioma, a form of cancer linked to asbestos exposure. BBC News Wales While running cables and fitting computers, it is believed he was exposed to asbestos. Asbestos awareness training and having an appropriate asbestos survey carried […]

Asbestos is still present in over 75% of UK schools. The Department of Education’s guidance on the management of asbestos in schools and colleges outlines the duty holder’s legal obligations. The guidance also includes the 5 steps that are needed to be taken to ensure asbestos is managed effectively. There is a requirement to have […]