Overlooked Health and Safety Issues on Construction Sites

This entry was posted on 03 January, 2017.

Construction sites have lots of potential hazards. However, you can greatly reduce the risks to yourself and your employees by being aware of potential health and safety issues on construction sites, and knowing what you can do to minimise or eliminate these ... READ MORE



4 Tips to Help You Avoid Asbestos Exposure

This entry was posted on 21 December, 2016.

Asbestos is a dangerous substance when it is disturbed, because it releases the fibres into the air. It can cause many health problems, including Mesothelioma and lung cancer. There are things you should know so that you can avoid asbestos exposure. Don’t ... READ MORE



Asbestos – Understand the basics and know the Risks

This entry was posted on 19 December, 2016.

Asbestos is a natural mineral that contains small fibres that are hazardous to your health if they are inhaled. It was used for many decades before it was found to be a health risk, because of its fireproofing and insulating properties. It can still be found in ... READ MORE



OHSS Offers All Asbestos Related Services

This entry was posted on 13 December, 2016.

There are several steps involved in identifying and removing asbestos, and there are strict legal requirements to ensure that it is done safely and correctly. OHSS offers all asbestos related services, so we can meet all of your needs when it comes to safely ... READ MORE



Surveying for Asbestos in Premises and Risk Assessments

This entry was posted on 07 December, 2016.

OHSS is accredited to ISO 17020 and ISO 17025. These pertain to surveying for asbestos and risk assessments, and analysis of asbestos in bulk materials. These certifications allow us to perform surveys for asbestos in premises as well as risk ... READ MORE



OHSS in Action – Check out Our Case Studies

This entry was posted on 10 November, 2016.

OHSS case studies are specific cases where the use of OHSS services was beneficial to the client. Here are a few case studies to show you a few of the real life benefits of hiring OHSS. GlaxoSmithKline GlaxoSmithKline manufactures over the counter ... READ MORE



Choosing the Right Asbestos Surveyors in Dublin

This entry was posted on 08 November, 2016.

Asbestos continues to be a serious health hazard. If you suspect that your property contains asbestos or you plan on doing renovation or demolition work, you will need an asbestos survey. Some property owners forgo the asbestos survey and simply hire someone to ... READ MORE



Why Do You Need an Asbestos Survey

This entry was posted on 03 November, 2016.

There are several reasons why you may need an asbestos survey in Ireland. If your home or business is built before the year 2000, then you may need an asbestos survey to check for the presence of asbestos. Here are the indications and specific situations in which ... READ MORE



Trusted Asbestos Companies in Dublin Ireland

This entry was posted on 21 October, 2016.

OHSS was founded in 2001 with the aim of providing safe asbestos surveying and removal. We are the only company in Ireland to be certified by the Irish National Accreditation Body.  OHSS adheres to the highest safety standards, and has two decades of ... READ MORE



Our Role as an Expert Witness

This entry was posted on 17 October, 2016.

You may find yourself in need of an expert witness if you are facing any type of litigation. Whether you are an employee, employer, or insurance company. We provide several different things as an expert witness. We review the case, and we provide confidential ... READ MORE