The impact of exposure to asbestos is not just long-term health, it will cost your business too.
Exposure to asbestos is the greatest cause of work-related deaths in Great Britain. If disturbed, harmful fibres are released into the air and can cause fatal diseases when inhaled.
Symptoms typically take decades to develop and there is no cure.
Here is a selection of several recent prosecutions of businesses and self-employed trades who have failed to comply with law.
As well as being fined and receiving negative publicity, people and communities have been affected by the harm caused.
Make sure you have the correct controls in place to protect yourself and others.
Find out more about HSE’s asbestos awareness campaigns
- Asbestos and You: for tradespeople to know what to watch for, and what to do should you come across asbestos
- Asbestos – Your Duty: for those responsible for maintenance and repair of non-domestic buildings