Hiring an Asbestos Removal Contractor in Ireland? What You Need to Check in 2026

This entry was posted on 28 October, 2026.

If you're planning refurbishment or demolition work in an older building, discovering asbestos can quickly complicate the job. But once you've established that removal is necessary, how do you know whether the contractor you're appointing is properly ... READ MORE

Asbestos Risks During Renovation in Ireland | OHSS

This entry was posted on 19 October, 2026.

Small Renovation Jobs in Older Buildings: The Asbestos Risk That's Easy to MissWhen people think about asbestos, they often picture large demolition projects or the removal of old industrial roofing. But asbestos can become a problem during much smaller building ... READ MORE

When Is Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Required?

This entry was posted on 17 September, 2026.

If your employees are working around dust, fumes, gases or other airborne hazards, you may be wondering whether they need respiratory protective equipment (RPE). The obvious answer might seem to be: give everyone a mask. But it isn't quite that simple. RPE is ... READ MORE

Construction Site Safety: Managing Access and Protecting the Public

This entry was posted on 02 September, 2026.

Construction sites are busy places, with workers, contractors, vehicles, machinery and building materials all operating in the same area. But construction sites can also create risks for people who aren't working there. An unfinished building, open excavation or ... READ MORE

Asbestos: When Should You Worry?

This entry was posted on 25 August, 2026.

When you discover asbestos in a building, it's understandable to beworried. After all, asbestos exposure is linked to serious illnesses including asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma.But does simply having asbestos in your building mean that you're in ... READ MORE

What Types of Insulation Contain Asbestos?

This entry was posted on 06 August, 2026.

What Types of Insulation Contain Asbestos?Asbestos was used in construction for decades because it was incredibly good at insulating and resisting heat. It was used in everything from buildings and pipework to boilers and heating systems.As we ... READ MORE

Working Safely with Asbestos: Best Practice for Irish Employers

This entry was posted on 27 July, 2026.

For many businesses, asbestos isn't something that requires daily attention. However, if maintenance, refurbishment or demolition work is planned in an older building, it can quickly become one of the most important health and safety considerations on site.While ... READ MORE

Protection of Workers from the Risks Related to Exposure to Asbestos at Work

This entry was posted on 03 July, 2026.

Asbestos hasn't been used in construction for many years, but it's still present in thousands of buildings across Ireland. If those materials remain in good condition and are left alone, they don't usually pose an immediate risk. The danger comes when maintenance, ... READ MORE

Why Asbestos Surveys Are Essential for Irish Property Owners

This entry was posted on 22 June, 2026.

Although asbestos has been banned for many years, it's still sitting inside thousands of buildings across Ireland. You'll find it in roofing materials, insulation, floor coverings and pipe lagging - and often, the people who own or occupy those buildings have no ... READ MORE

What Is Asbestos Sampling and When Do You Need It?

This entry was posted on 05 June, 2026.

Refurbishment and maintenance projects have a habit of throwing up surprises, particularly in older buildings. One of the most common is coming across a material mid-project that nobody can confidently identify - and that nobody's sure how to handle. The issue is ... READ MORE

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