Events Calendar
20.09.11, 8.30am - 11.30am
Asbestos Management in Construction
Allergate House, Belmont Business Park, Durham, DH1 1TW
Did you know that every week on average........
4 plumbers die
20 tradesmen die
6 electricians die
8 joiners die
20 tradesmen die
6 electricians die
8 joiners die
...all from this hidden killer.
Asbestos was extensively used as a building material in the UK from the 1950s through to the mid-1980s. It was used for a variety of purposes and was ideal for fireproofing and insulation. Any building built before 2000 (houses, factories, offices, schools, hospitals etc) can contain asbestos. Asbestos materials in good condition are safe unless asbestos fibres become airborne, which happens when materials are damaged.
Rob Hirst, Principal Inspector of the Health & Safety Executive will focus on the management of asbestos in buildings, particularly in relation to refurbishment and demolition work. The areas to be covered will be:
Rob Hirst, Principal Inspector of the Health & Safety Executive will focus on the management of asbestos in buildings, particularly in relation to refurbishment and demolition work. The areas to be covered will be:
- Introduction to Asbestos
- Statutory Framework and
- When it goes wrong
Ben Gilhespy has worked in the environmental sector for over 20 years, starting in the field of geotechnics before moving to MIS Environmental Limited in 2001. Since that time his focus has been on assisting industry in their duties with regards to asbestos and other compliance issues such as noise, ventilation and COSH. As one of the largest truly independent consultancies left in the UK with almost 30 years experience, they have seen asbestos legislation evolve from its infancy through to the current stringent standards. With offices throughout the UK their client base is hugely diverse leading to a wealth of experience within the public and private sectors.
Ben will cover the 3 key areas;
- Asbestos Awareness Training and the need for regular refresher training.
- Surveys, selecting the correct type and your responsibilities
- Potential changes in legislation and the effect this may have
To register for this event please contact Leanne on 0191 374 0233 or leanne@cene.org.uk
Cost: £20+VAT CENE Members / £35+VAT Non Members (cancellation policy is within 48 hours notice)
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