In addition to lung cancer and mesothelioma, asbestos exposure can also cause cancer of the larynx and ovary. Current evidence also suggests asbestos exposure may cause cancer of the pharynx, stomach, and colorectum. Enlargement of the heart can also occur [...]
Asbestos-related diseases – the silent killers Asbestos is the term used when describing a specific group of minerals containing magnesium-silicate fibres. Coined as the ‘magic mineral’, it possesses a natural fire-resistant property making it ideal for flooring, roofing, and thermal [...]
The reality is that large quantities of asbestos-containing materials or ACMS were used in the South Africa in the construction of buildings until as recently as 1999, when the then Labour government banned the use of these materials across the country. Indeed, some figures reveal [...]
Asbestos surveys are a legal requirement in many circumstances. This means working or occupying a building without one could be breaking the law. When do you need one, and when don't you need one? You can find out when [...]
"Moving towards an asbestos risk-free work environment and society" The new Asbestos Abatement Regulations 2020 replaces the Asbestos Regulations, 2001 and was done in partnership with National Institute for Occupational Health (NIOH). The DEL Minister published the Asbestos Abatement Regulations [...]
