asbestos

• What is asbestos?  more...
• Is asbestos dust dangerous?  more...
• Does asbestos dust kill immediately?  more...
• Is asbestos now banned?  more...
• Who is most at risk from asbestos at work?  more...
• Is there a cure for asbestos-related diseases?  more...
• Where is asbestos found in buildings?  more...
• What should I do to avoid exposure to asbestos dust?  more...
• What are my employer's responsibilities?  more...
• Who is responsible for asbestos safety in buildings?  more...
• What safety steps should I take in working with asbestos?  more...
• Where can I get advice and support on asbestos issues?  more...
• How can I claim compensation?  more...

further information

The Health and Safety Executive's asbestos web pages feature relevant advice and resources. hse.gov.uk/asbestos

The TUC web pages on asbestos have information including the relevant chapter of its health and safety guide, Hazards at work. See under Asbestos in the health and safety section. tuc.org.uk/h_and_s

Hazards magazine's asbestos web pages have news, articles and information on asbestos in the workplace. hazards.org/asbestos

The International Ban Asbestos Secretariat links organisations around the world campaigning to ban asbestos and to protect workers. The site contains a range of resources, including a listing of UK asbestos victim support groups. ibasecretariat.org