Asbestos Awareness

The HSE is working with key stakeholders (Trades Unions, Trade Associations, Suppliers) to raise awareness amongst tradesmen that they are at risk from exposure to asbestos. During February and March 2008 a campaign will be rolled out to target building maintenance and repair workers (e.g. electricians, plumbers and carpenters and joiners) using the theme 'You are more at risk than you think!' that features both national and regional activity.

National coverage will involve stakeholder driven activity as well as advertising and articles in the Trade Press. Regional activity will focus on the North West of England where direct mail, radio, press and PR will be used to assess the most effective media channels to reach this target audience.

Trade Press advertising will start on the 4th February and radio on the 18th February and both will continue until the end of March.

(HSE website http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/campaign/index.htm)

So How Can Scientifics Help?

Scientifics offer a full asbestos management service that meets current asbestos regulations from surveying to supervision of asbestos removal. We carry out detailed surveys (types 1, 2 and 3); provide bulk analysis, air monitoring and four stage clearance work, all of which are UKAS accredited. Management of asbestos remediation works can be undertaken under our HSE Supervisory Licence. Scientifics are a course provider for the BOHS and offer specialist asbestos awareness training adapted to suit your industry type and needs.

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