24 Nov 2022
An authoritative report, based on 128,000 asbestos surveys, shows that more than 100,000 buildings in the UK contain dangerous asbestos. Historic exposure to asbestos causes 5,500 deaths a year in the UK: that is 15 every day.
12 Aug 2022
The Heath and Safety Executive have announced a new program of inspections to assess how well schools are managing the risks from asbestos. The inspections will cover primary and secondary schools in England, Scotland and Wales. Read on…
1 May 2022
This year is the 20th anniversary of a formal duty to manage the risks of asbestos becoming a legal obligation for those responsible for a non-domestic building. Read on…
21 Apr 2022
The Parliamentary Work and Pensions committee published a report on the Health and Safety Executive’s approach to asbestos management. It marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. The report says:
21 Mar 2022
At least 117 people were at risk of exposure to asbestos during renovation works at the Palace of Westminster.
9 Dec 2021
Nigel has been working with Global since last year as one of our Surveyors. With over 25 years’ experience in asbestos management, he has bought a wealth of knowledge to the team, so we sat down with him to pick his brains…