The HSE press release states that last year 2014 sites and 2414 contractors were visited. This led to 350 prohibition notices to stop dangerous work.
Philip White, HSE's Chief Inspector of Construction, said:
"This year, as part of ensuring risks from asbestos are properly managed, we will also be checking that, where appropriate, asbestos surveys have been carried out prior to any refurbishment work. Many workers believe that, because asbestos has been banned as a building material, it's no longer a threat to them. But that simply isn't true. Any premises built or refurbished before 2000 could contain asbestos."
To read the full press release click here.
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