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Fine issued after workers exposed to asbestos during hotel demolition
An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) into the control of asbestos at the site came after the hotel had been almost entirely demolished in August 2020. The company had overall control over the assessment and removal of all asbestos containing materials (ACMs) on site…
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Taking a stand at Procurement 4 Health
This one-day event brought together procurement, commercial and supply chain professionals to engage across a range of interactive event features to drive collaboration, in support of leveraging the full value of the NHS collective buying power…
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New roles bring both experience and opportunity to the asbestos industry
We are delighted to announce our newest members of the Inspectas team – Adam Lomas who joins as lead of the asbestos division, and business admin assistant apprentice Faye Oxley…
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Inspectas retained as Cumberland Council’s asbestos experts
Continuing the contract for asbestos management re-inspection and assessment services which was originally awarded in 2020, our team has secured this specialist contract following a competitive tender process…
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Printing company directors fined for unlicensed asbestos removal
The managing director and the director of a printing company have been fined for safety breaches after organising the removal of asbestos insulation board by untrained personnel…
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What asbestos has taught us about managing risk
Over 20 years after asbestos was banned, we’re starting to see the delayed latency period taking effect as asbestos deaths increase…
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How Scottish scientists are developing Artificial Intelligence for assessing Mesothelioma
Scientists in Scotland have developed a prototype imaging system using artificial intelligence that has proven effective with malignant mesothelioma, potentially revolutionising the way patients will be treated in the future….
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Worker fell to his death through fragile asbestos roof
An investigation by the HSE found that the area accessed did not have safety nets fitted and the building occupier failed to take reasonably practicable measures…
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