Gel cutting in Guernsey

Earlier research suggested that gel-cutting could be a faster and safer way to remove asbestos-lagged pipework. But could new teams pick it up and get similar results? Nick Garland recounts a second investigation in Guernsey.

The HSE calls out training malpractice

The HSE has ruffled more than a few feathers with a statement naming two training organisations. But behind the brouhaha, Nick Garland writes, there are urgent questions about whether asbestos training is fit for purpose.

Five takeaways from the new exposure guidance

The entire asbestos industry has struggled to get to grips with personal exposure over the years, so the Asbestos Network’s monitoring guidance is both welcome and overdue. It’s a crucial area to understand, so here’s Nick Garland with five essential takeaways.

In case you missed it: our personal exposure webinar

Nick hosted a webinar to talk in detail about the Asbestos Network (AN)’s personal sampling and exposure guidance.

A look back at 2023

We don’t always look back at the previous year, but 2023 is one that demands a bit of reflection. In particular, writes Nick Garland, we’ll need to carry forward its spirit of innovation to embrace the new personal exposure guidance and the EU’s Asbestos at Work Directive .

A webinar on the new exposure guidance

I’ve written quite extensively about the new personal sampling and exposure guidance from the Asbestos Network. It’s an important topic, and one that the industry has struggled to get a grip on. That’s why we’re hosting a free webinar to go through it on 16 January 2024 at 10am.

Exploring the Asbestos Network guidance on personal sampling and exposure

The Asbestos Network’s personal monitoring guidance has been some time in the offing, but now it’s finally been published. Nick Garland examines the guidance, looks at what it means for LARCs, analysts and clients, and shows how Assure360 can help.

It’s asbestos, not just RAAC that schools need to be concerned about

The announcement from the government that multiple schools will have to close or partially close due to the long known presence of RAAC has further ramifications.

Asbestos in schools: is the awareness building?

The government rejected Work and Pension Committee recommendations for a 40-year asbestos removal programme in public buildings. Now the Times has picked up the baton, launching a campaign to have ACMs removed from schools, as Nick Garland reports.

Overhauling the four-stage clearance

Informed by Nick Garland’s recent FAAM 4SC workshop, we’re redesigning the way Assure360 handles and supports the process. The goal is to make things quicker, help improve working relationships, and provide even greater insight to make things better still.

Reducing the asbestos exposure limit: a tough act to follow

Different EU groups are advocating up to 100-fold lower asbestos exposure limits. It might sound a good idea, but removalists will need new techniques and protection to get there. Nick Garland explains why.

The Retained EU Law Bill – is sense prevailing at last?

As it was drafted, the Retained EU Law bill could have seen the wholesale repeal of EU legislation - including vital law like the Control of Asbestos Regulations. Fortunately it seems there’s been an outbreak of sense, as Nick Garland explains.