It might make you feel better to know that the entire country and even our neighbour, Australia, are dealing with this problem, not just you.
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An asbestos issue has reportedly popped up in Asia involving products featuring diatomaceous earth, such as bath mats and coasters. Is there some truth to this? Read on to find out.
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What are some of the most commonly asked questions about asbestos?
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Let’s not forget that there are other potentially problematic hazardous building materials aside from asbestos.
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While we’ve now entered a new year, that doesn’t mean these topics are any less relevant today. We may never see the back of asbestos.
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Many flooring products pre-1990 contained asbestos, including vinyl and lino tiles and sheets, and their backing paper, glue, and screeds. These can contain both friable and non-friable asbestos, depending on the product.
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At the height of its popularity, asbestos was used to manufacture and decorate thousands of Christmas decorations. Find out more information about this by reading on.
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You may even be asking yourself why asbestos roof sheets are harmful and what you can do about them. Read on to learn not only how asbestos sheets are made but what you need to do once you find out your home has them.
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Did you know that if your business or commercial building contains asbestos, you need to have an asbestos register?
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Love it or hate it, many Kiwis have it: a textured ceiling. These popcorn ceilings are common throughout many older New Zealand homes, and they can be either a feature of your property or an eyesore.
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While some industries are riskier than others regarding exposure, there’s one that you may not expect to pose any risk: the education sector.
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There exists a program that aims to identify potential mesothelioma patients by scanning their tissue samples and using AI to understand who would respond better to which treatment method.
Read MoreIn August 2020, three of the vessels delivered through the Port of Newcastle were identified as containing asbestos. Four ferries docked at Carrington from Indonesia were labelled as off-limits as three contained asbestos in their gaskets.
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It’s worth finding out all there is to know about how to manage asbestos roofing now and into the future.
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Asbestos might be lurking in the background of some unlikely industries, which can make it harder for everyday workers to prepare for it.
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Whether you suspect meth use in your home, or you want peace of mind, it might be time to bring in the experts. They can offer you the answers, be it good or bad.
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Find out the types of respirators asbestos workers use, and what one would ideally use when faced with a non-friable asbestos removal task.
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Be more informed about the symptoms of asbestosis and related diseases.
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What can you do to minimise the risk of asbestos exposure in the workplace? Well, it’s all down to health and safety. Let us run you through a few considerations.
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We’re about to walk you through a timeline of asbestos in New Zealand. Read on if you want to know how this hazardous material ended up in our shores.
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