According to a recent article from The Guardian, deaths from asbestos are reaching crisis levels due to it’s widespread use between the 1950’s – 1970’s. Cancers caused by asbestos can take up to 50 years to become an apparent. Industry …

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Why Was Asbestos Banned? Asbestos is a naturally occurring material found all over the world. It was fantastic (or so it was thought) during the industrial revolution due to its qualities. Among the many reasons why asbestos was so popular. …

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As surveyors we always advise to carry out an asbestos survey before any maintenance, refurbishment or demolition. This helps ensure that the project stays on track and there are no hidden problems that could hamper progress and potential profit. When …

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You may be concerned about Asbestos at work. It is well known that asbestos is damaging to our health. You should take extra care when working in an environment where asbestos may be present. But How Do i Know if …

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For decades, asbestos was used throughout the construction industry in Northern Ireland. It was used mainly due to it’s strength and insulating properties. Asbestos is also fire retardant. It was banned in the UK from the year 1999. Asbestos Management …

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