Asbestos: A Silent Risk at Work As an employer, you’re legally responsible for keeping your staff safe. While most businesses are alert to common hazards like machinery, slips, and chemicals, one of the deadliest risks is often overlooked: asbestos. Across …
The Hidden Danger in Older Homes If your home in Northern Ireland was built before the year 2000, there’s a strong chance it contains asbestos. This once “wonder material” was used in everything from insulation and roof tiles to textured …
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Renovating a property in Northern Ireland—whether a family home in Armagh, a trendy cafe in Portrush, or an office in Belfast—is an exciting venture. However, if your property was built or refurbished before 2000, asbestos could turn your dream project …
Planning a Renovation in Northern Ireland? Why an Asbestos Survey is Non-Negotiable Read More »
If you manage a commercial property in Northern Ireland—whether a retail shop in Bangor, an office in Enniskillen, or a warehouse in Larne—you have a legal obligation to manage asbestos risks under the Control of Asbestos Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012. …
Asbestos Surveys for Northern Ireland Businesses: Compliance and Safety First Read More »
Northern Ireland’s Housing Executive manages over 85,000 properties, with more than 69,747 containing asbestos, according to their official reports. This staggering figure means that over 70% of their housing stock—spanning estates from Coleraine to South Belfast—likely harbours asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). …
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