Asbestos has been banned in most countries for over 20 years now due to the small fibres in it that can cause serious illnesses such as cancer.

It was very popular with building companies for many reasons a couple being that it can with stand high temperatures as well as its strength and absorption properties.

Asbestos Training

UKATA or United Kingdom Asbestos Training Association sets standards, procedures and requirements using best practises to deliver training courses on all types of asbestos.

Useful Asbestos training resources:

BOSS Training based in Leeds now offer a new asbestos awareness training course.