Asbestos is the greatest cause of work-related deaths in Great Britain. Around 5,000 people die every year from asbestos-related diseases which typically take decades to develop and cannot be cured. These posters have been designed in support of HSEs campaign to raise awareness of asbestos-related health risks. They aim to inform workers of the most common locations asbestos can be found in industrial and residential buildings. Whether you are a worker, building owner, landlord, employer or person responsible for building maintenance, you should be aware of where asbestos is most frequently found in buildings in order to protect yourself and others. Asbestos can be present in any building that was built or refurbished before 2000 and can be hidden within, for example:
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lagging on plant and pipework -
insulation products such as fireproof panels -
asbestos cement roofing material -
sprayed coatings on structural steel work to insulate against fire and noise
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14 May 2024,Buxton Join our course on managing asbestos in workplaces and rented properties, in line with Control of Asbestos Regulations (CAR 2012). Learn about legal responsibilities, conducting asbestos surveys, risk assessments and forming management plans. This course is ideal for those overseeing non-domestic premises or rental properties, including employers, building owners and landlords. Basic asbestos knowledge is recommended prior to registering. Register for the training course | 
