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Black Country Business Compass
Exploring the intersection of construction, technology, and current events.


Asbestos Testing vs. Asbestos Surveys: Are You Sure Which One You Need?
Asbestos testing vs. surveys: Know the difference. Understand bulk sampling, Management, and Pre-Refurbishment/Demolition Surveys (HSG 264) to ensure safety and meet legal requirements.

Elle
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A Homeowner's Guide to Identifying Asbestos: Spotting the Hidden Danger
Asbestos: The word itself can trigger worry for homeowners. For decades, this mineral was a popular building material.
BCA Contracts
Mar 313 min read
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Understanding Asbestos Release and the Potential for Re-contamination
Degrading asbestos cement releases fibres that can be carried into gutters. Blocked gutters can then deposit these fibres onto building surf

Goose
Mar 272 min read
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Repairing, Covering, or Removing Your Artex Ceiling
Repair, cover, or remove your artex ceiling (stipple/broken leather patterns). Crucially: TEST FOR ASBESTOS FIRST (pre-1990s).

Elle
Mar 175 min read
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How to Create an Effective Asbestos Management Plan for Care Homes
Asbestos is a hazardous material that can cause serious health problems if it is not managed properly. Care homes, in particular, need to...
BCA Contracts
Jan 20, 20232 min read
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Meeting UK Asbestos Regulations in Care Homes
Asbestos is a hazardous material that can cause serious health problems if it is not managed correctly. In the UK, there are strict...
BCA Contracts
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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