Asbestos: A Global Waste Problem

This entry was posted on 29 November, 2024.

Once hailed for its durability and heat resistance, asbestos has become a global environmental and health challenge that needs to be dealt with. Widely used in construction and manufacturing throughout the 20th century, it’s a mineral that poses significant ... READ MORE

Asbestos Dump Golf Club Awarded a €110k Sports Grant

This entry was posted on 01 November, 2024.

In a recent development, Kilkenny Golf Club - which is currently under investigation for unauthorised demolition of a house and improper asbestos disposal - has been awarded a €110,591 sports grant to develop a full practice hub facility. In 2016, the ... READ MORE

Where Can You Find an Asbestos EPA Guide?

This entry was posted on 31 October, 2024.

If you’re managing or renovating a property in Ireland and need guidance on handling asbestos safely, the EPA’s "Best Practice Guidance for Managing Asbestos" is an invaluable resource. It’s a guide that provides in-depth advice on safely ... READ MORE

Are There Any Exemptions To The Asbestos Ban In Ireland?

This entry was posted on 01 October, 2024.

Since 2004, the use of asbestos has been banned under the European Communities Dangerous Substances & Preparations regulations. This prohibits the sale, supply, or reuse of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), but the question is, are there any ... READ MORE

The Importance of Safe Asbestos Removal & Disposal

This entry was posted on 30 September, 2024.

Until the late 90s, asbestos was a popular building material due to its durability and heat-resistant properties, but it’s now known to be a leading cause of mesothelioma - an aggressive form of lung cancer. As such, safe asbestos removal and disposal must ... READ MORE

Why Asbestos Surveys & Air Monitoring Are Vital

This entry was posted on 06 September, 2024.

Asbestos, once popular in construction due to its heat-resistant properties, is now known to cause major health issues such as lung cancer and asbestosis. This is precisely the reason why asbestos surveys and air monitoring are essential. In this article, ... READ MORE

Is Asbestos in Our Water Pipes Dangerous?

This entry was posted on 12 August, 2024.

The hazards of asbestos removal and disposal are well-documented. The process requires strict surveys and monitoring to prevent risk to life. However, this only pertains to airborne asbestos fibres - rather than when the material is used in water ... READ MORE

How to Get Rid of the Global Asbestos Waste Problem

This entry was posted on 31 July, 2024.

Believe it or not, 200 million tonnes of asbestos have been produced since mining of the substance began in the 19th century—a colossal sum indeed. The potentially deadly material can cause cancer and severe lung disease when its airborne fibres are inhaled ... READ MORE

Calls to Deal With Massive Illegal Asbestos Dump in Dublin

This entry was posted on 28 June, 2024.

Asbestos is a deadly material that's linked to serious conditions like asbestosis, mesothelioma and laryngeal cancer - hence the reason why stringent asbestos regulations exist in Ireland. However, despite this, a massive illegal dump of the material exists on a ... READ MORE

Staff Exposed to Asbestos at Prison in Dublin, C.A

This entry was posted on 10 June, 2024.

Asbestos continues to present a risk to human health, something that’s again been highlighted by a news story emanating from a very familar-sounding city from across the Atlantic - Dublin. It appears that staff members and inmates at a prison in Dublin, ... READ MORE

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