The dangers of asbestos are now well known. However it remains a very real risk, particularly to builders, tradesmen and the self employed. This post looks at useful links which deal with the risks of exposure to asbestos.
HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE
“Asbestos is the biggest on the job killer of trades people in the UK. Each week on average it kills 20 tradesmen, including 4 plumbers, 6 electricians and 8 joiners. Don’t dismiss it as a thing of the past… it’s still a very real and dangerous threat.”
The HSE have a guide which has a large number of useful links to preventing exposure to asbestos. See http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/issues.htm#blf?ebul=gd-woodworking&cr=2/Jan14
The updated Guide on Controlling Hazardous Substances in the Workplace can be found here http://press.hse.gov.uk/2013/updated-guidance-on-controlling-hazardous-substances-in-the-workplace/?ebul=gd-moltenmetals&cr=3/Jan14
BRITISH LUNG ASSOCIATION
The British Lung Association have produced the very impressive “Take4andstayalive” at http://www.take5andstayalive.com/. This provides graphic, and practical, guidance on identifying asbestos and reducing the risk.
