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New HSE campaign to reduce 'preventable' slips, trips and falls
The (HSE) has launched a campaign to reduce the number of slips, trips and falls in the UK as it has revealed statistics showing that they are the most common cause of major injuries in British workplaces.
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News from MCM - Article 101
Simple Safety: Asbestos - the Hidden Killer
Asbestos is a major hazard to health - its use prohibited. But it is still present in many buildings and can still cause illness and disease.
The importation and use of asbestos has been prohibited for many years. But a great deal remains in buildings the length and breadth of the United Kingdom.
Plumbers, electricians, those engaged in building maintenance, refurbishment or the installation of computer network cables are among those most at risk.
Property owners have duties to identify and manage the risks associated with asbestos but tradesmen can not afford to be complacent.
Key Facts about Asbestos
Workers may still come into contact with asbestos
Although asbestos has been removed from many buildings, it is still present in walls and partitions, as insulating materials near boilers and fires, in ceiling tiles, acoustic insulation, fire doors, etc.
Who might be harmed?
The risks for the employees working in the building are generally low. But tradesmen such as plumbers and electricians who work on the fabric of the building could come into contact with asbestos containing materials (ACMs).
What can you do?
The owner of the building should have identified the presence of asbestos and taken steps to reduce the risk. They should have told contractors, tradesmen and others who might work on the building about the presence of asbestos and the risks they face.
Information and awareness
Firms should make sure they get information about the possible presence of asbestos before they commence work. Contractors and building firms should talk to their employees about the possible risks of asbestos.
Managing the risk
Being aware is half the battle - good preparation should ensure you and your employees don't stumble across asbestos. But workers need to know the warning signs - fibrous, flaky materials - and need to know to stop work until expert advice can be obtained.
If it proves to be asbestos then special precautions will need to be taken. You may be able to do the work yourself (visit the HSE website for information). But it may prove necessary to use a specialist contractor to remove the materials.
February 2010