Asbestos registers 'essential.'

Article Abstract:

Exposure to white asbestos can bring increased risk of mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer, according to a summary report from the World Health Organisation. This issue is already being addressed by the UK government, which is to go ahead with plans to oblige owners and occupiers of buildings to ascertain whether asbestos is present. The government also plans to force employers to make their staff aware of the dangers of asbestos in general. It is estimated that 70% of commercial buildings in the UK contain asbestos in some form.

Laws, regulations and rules, Asbestos removal

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Woman's lungs damaged by asbestos dust on husband's clothes

Article Abstract:

A woman who has developed bilateral pleural plaques has accepted a financial settlement from her husband's former employer. The plaques form after exposure to asbestos dust. Susan Delancey's husband worked for Newalls Insulation Company Limited as a lagger/thermal insulation engineer from 1966 to 1969. The company provided no protective equipment or washing facility and Delancey would shake her husband's work clothes before washing them.

Cases, Thermal insulation, Lung diseases, Asbestos dust, Insulation (Heat)

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LAs urged to highlight asbestos risks

Article Abstract:

Local authorities must inform contractors about the serious health risks associated with exposure to asbestos dust when involved in local government building and refurbishment schemes. Asbestos dust is the most common cause of occupationally-related deaths, and the death rate from diseases related to asbestos is increasing.

Safety and security measures, Asbestos in building, Asbestos building materials

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