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Recent Recall of Baby Powder Due to Asbestos Contamination Recently, over 40,000 bottles of baby powder sold online were recalled due to potential asbestos contamination, raising concerns about the safety of talc-based products. But does baby powder contain asbestos? Understanding Talc and Asbestos Talc and asbestos are naturally occurring minerals that can sometimes be found […]
Have you just bought a house, and you’ve got some textured coating ceilings (a.k.a. Artex or popcorn ceilings) and you’re not sure what to do with it? Let’s dive in! Why It Matters? If your home was built before the 2000s, there’s a chance your textured coating ceiling contains chrysotile asbestos. But don’t panic! While […]
Have you identified the presence of asbestos? It’s important that, if it may be disturbed, you have it removed. There are many reasons why – and we’re often asked “how long does it take to remove asbestos?”. Why Do You Need Asbestos Removed? Asbestos removal is important because it is a toxic substance, widely present […]
Cutting kitchen worktops containing silica significantly increases the risk of an incurable lung disease called silicosis. According to a BOHS article, modern worktop materials like quartz, which became highly popular during the COVID-19 pandemic, contain up to 90% silica. This poses a serious health risk for those who cut these materials and potentially inhale the […]
As a key industry stakeholder, G&L Consultancy has received new guidance from the Asbestos Network Technical Working Group and HSE. This guidance addresses ASB5 finish dates, asbestos skips, van waste compartments, waste storage and movement on site, and the handover of enclosures to analysts for 4-stage clearance. G&L Consultancy is dedicated to leading the way […]
This week, it was revealed that a Ford parts centre in Daventry had to close after the discovery of white asbestos (chrysotile). As a result, all picking, and put-away activities have been halted while the site undergoes a thorough cleaning process. The cessation of operations in this area is expected to cause significant delays in […]
In May, we sounded the alarm on the silicosis risk highlighted by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS). Now, the dangers of engineered stone are making headlines, sparking a wave of awareness, debate and concern. Despite mounting evidence, the UK Government’s response has been sluggish, leaving many worried about the lack of regulatory action. The […]
Celebrating 25 Years of G&L Consultancy This year marks a significant milestone for G&L Consultancy as we celebrate 25 years of dedicated service in Somerset and 20 years in Northern Ireland. Founded in 1998 in our director’s spare room, G&L Consultancy has grown into a well-established business with large premises in Wellington and Northern Ireland. […]
This year marks 100 years since the first registered asbestos-related death. Nellie Kershaw, at the age of just 33, likely died due to inhaling asbestos fibres while working at Turner Brothers Asbestos Company. As we commemorate Kershaw, we must also recognise this as a pivotal moment that has influenced significant rules and regulations surrounding the […]
G&L Consultancy, the asbestos specialist, welcomes the British Drilling Association’s (BDA) decision to announce a significant update to its audit requirements. According to the BDA’s press release, starting on 1st October 2024, it will be mandatory for all auditees undergoing a BDA audit to have completed Asbestos Awareness Training. We share a commitment to safety […]
In the bustling world of waste and recycling, where discarded materials find new life, there lies a hidden danger: wood dust. This seemingly innocent byproduct can pose serious health risks to workers. In a recent case, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) discovered that employees at a wood waste recycling centre faced excessive exposure to […]
At G&L Consultancy, we often come across interesting asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) while at work. A surveyor from G&L shares with you some images of ACMs, found in and around an old style 1970s “Powrmatic” fan blower/heater which would have often been used in commercial factories and other buildings. Asbestos, once widely used for its fire-resistant […]
