Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral, made up of long thin fibres, and can release millions of airborne particles if disturbed. Asbestos can prove extremely dangerous if ingested into the body, since it highly increases the risk of various life-threatening ... READ MORE
Asbestos, if present in a property, represents a significant danger to anyone in the vicinity. Once believed to be the most useful material in the construction industry due to its resistance to high temperatures, it is now known to cause life-threatening illnesses ... READ MORE
At OHSS Safety Consultants, we understand our responsibility to the people and businesses of Ireland to provide vital education in the issues presented by the presence of asbestos. Asbestos represents a very real danger to anyone in the vicinity when ... READ MORE
If you plan to renovate your home, there are a lot of factors to consider. There’s the cost, the materials and the logistics, to name but a few. However, probably the most important element often gets forgotten. The work that it is involved in a renovation ... READ MORE
Up until the year 2000, asbestos was still being used in the Irish construction industry, so it stands to reason that there is an awful lot of this hazardous material still in existence in homes and business premises across Ireland. The moment you move or ... READ MORE
Despite it being banned from use since 2000, asbestos is still frequently encountered during demolition and renovation works. Once believed to be the most useful and versatile material in the industry, due to its ability to resist high temperatures, it was later ... READ MORE
Due to the hazards encountered when dealing with asbestos being so severe, there are laws in place that dictate that anyone coming into contact with or being in the vicinity of the material, needs to be given training in how to keep themselves and their colleagues ... READ MORE
Recognising potential workplace hazards and putting in measures in place via occupational health and safety training is what we are all about at OHSS. From dealing with specific threats to employee safety, such as hazardous materials to general raising awareness ... READ MORE
Becoming and staying compliant with chemical safety regulations is imperative to keep your workforce healthy and safe. Exposure to dangerous chemicals is entirely avoidable and it is the responsibility of the business owner to ensure that everything is being done ... READ MORE
There are many reasons to consider using OHSS for your occupational hygiene services, but the first question most people will want answered is: “What exactly are Occupation Hygiene Services?” The concept of occupational hygiene refers to the ... READ MORE