RSK Asbestos

Asbestos Alert 🚨   Our keen-eyed surveyor, Dan Vials, recently came across this unmistakable find during an inspection – an Everite AC Flue with the name clearly stamped on the cement collar and pipe. 🔍   This one’s hard to miss, but it serves as a strong reminder of the presence of asbestos in older installations. We're committed to ensuring thorough asbestos surveys every time. Great work, Dan! 👷♂️   ✅ Everite is a South African company with a long history in the production of asbestos-containing building materials. Founded in the early 1940s, it became a key player in the construction industry, particularly known for its production of asbestos cement products like pipes, roofing, and flues.   ✅ In the mid-20th century, asbestos was widely used due to its durability, fire resistance, and insulating properties, and Everite was at the forefront of this in South Africa. Their asbestos cement products were marketed under the "Everite" brand, and "Everite AC" often referred to asbestos-containing (AC) materials.   ✅ However, as global awareness of the health risks associated with asbestos exposure - particularly lung diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma- grew in the 1980s, Everite faced the same challenges as other manufacturers. Asbestos was eventually phased out from their products, and the company shifted its focus toward safer, alternative materials.   ✅ Today, Everite produces a wide range of fibre cement products, but without asbestos. Many older buildings and structures, however, still have Everite asbestos-cement materials, which require proper management and removal by specialists during renovation or demolition projects.   RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group   #AsbestosSurvey #ACMs #AsbestosSurveyor

🌊 Going the Extra Mile (Literally!) to Ensure Safety 🌊   A big shout-out to our dedicated surveyor Andrew Rogers who recently went above and beyond to carry out a Legionella Risk Assessment at a remote lighthouse off the North East Coast of England. 🚗🚢   This wasn’t just your usual commute! Our surveyor travelled by car and ferry, timing the journey perfectly with the tides to access the lighthouse. Ensuring safety in such unique and challenging locations is all in a day's work for us. ⚓️   We take pride in going the extra mile (and then some!) to deliver top-quality service, no matter the location. From city centres to remote islands, we’re here to help keep your facilities safe and compliant. 👷♂️💧   Plus, we got to see some seals along the way! 🦭🌊   #RemoteLocations #LegionellaRiskAssessment #Legionella #WaterTreatment 

📢 New Case Study Alert: Gap Analysis & Compliance Reviews in Southern England 📢 We’re excited to share our latest case study, now live on our website! 🚀 This project highlights our work providing gap analysis and compliance reviews across multiple sites in Southern England. Our team ensured that each site met the required safety and regulatory standards, identifying key areas for improvement and ensuring compliance every step of the way. ✅ From detailed assessments to actionable insights, we’re proud to help our clients achieve peace of mind with their health and safety protocols. Check out the full case study to learn more about how we make a difference! 💡 Check it out now! https://shorturl.at/Vr5A2 RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #ComplianceReview #GapAnalysis #CaseStudy #HealthAndSafety #ConsultingSolutions

🐾 Winnie the Lab Audits the Lab! 🐾 In honour of World Mental Health Day, Winnie decided to switch things up and conduct her very own audit in the lab at RSK Coventry. She carefully inspected every corner, making sure everything was in order (and maybe hunting for a few extra treats along the way). All in a day’s work to earn her “pawket” money! It’s safe to say she’s paws-itively aced her duties and we’re all for rewarding this hard worker with some extra snacks. 🐶 A big thank you to Paulina Luba, one of our Asbestos Bulk Analysts, for her valuable assistance as well. Let's take today as a reminder to prioritize mental health and support one another! RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #AuditDay #RSKTeam #WinnieTheLabInspector #PawketMoney #OfficePets #WorkLifeBalance

New vacancy!! We are currently looking for an Asbestos Consultant to join our team based in the South East of England. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Surveyor or Analyst, looking to step up their career. We are looking for a dual role consultant and will train you up if you have just surveying or just Analysing experience. For more information please contact me directly or click the link to apply. #newopportunity #careergrowth #rskfamily RSK Asbestos

🐾 Winnie Takes the Spotlight at RSK Coventry! 🐾 It’s not every day that a four-legged team member steals the show, but Winnie definitely did just that today at our Coventry office! 🐶 While we were busy working, Winnie had her own agenda… snacking! She managed to find and enjoy all the treats (we might have lost count!). 🎉 A little joy and a lot of laughter - just what we needed to brighten up the day. RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #OfficeDog #RSKLife #WinnieTheTreatLover #CoventryTeam #WorkLifeBalance

Talk about an office with a view! 🌊 Our surveyor Elliott Wade enjoying the stunning scenery from the top of a lighthouse while conducting an asbestos survey. Ensuring safety in even the most breathtaking locations! RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #WorkplaceScenery #SurveyorLife #UniqueWorkplaces #AsbestosSurvey

📢 Exciting news! We've just launched a new section on the RSK Asbestos website: INSIGHTS! Explore a range of articles packed with valuable information and resources on asbestos, it's your go-to hub for staying informed. Check it out now!  https://lnkd.in/eE_u3U8C RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #AsbestosAwareness #RSKInsights #StayInformed"

Tracing the Red and Blue Thread of Industrial History...   🔍 Proud to share a fascinating find from one of surveys: samples of red and blue stained chrysotile asbestos, manufactured by Dewrance.   ➡ The estimated age of the product in the image would be around 1950s-1960s, given Dewrance's active period in manufacturing steam fittings with asbestos. ➡ Dewrance was a well-known manufacturer based in London, UK. The company specialized in steam fittings and related industrial products, including asbestos packing materials like these. Dewrance's operations were closely tied to the engineering and industrial sectors, which thrived in the UK during the 19th and early 20th centuries. ➡ These asbestos products, specifically designed for industrial use, was likely manufactured in one of Dewrance's facilities in London, where they produced a wide range of components for steam engines and related machinery. The precision and specialized nature of their asbestos products reflect the high level of industrial expertise that was present in London at the time. ✅ This label not only reflects the technical knowledge of the time but also underscores the importance of following specific guidelines to ensure optimal performance and safety. ✅ Such detailed instructions illustrate the level of expertise and customization that went into industrial products, long before modern synthetic materials and safety standards came into play. RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #Asbestos #AsbestosHistory #Industrial

🛑 A Dangerous Discovery from History 🛑 Recently, one of our expert surveyors uncovered a chilling piece of history in the attic of a residential property-an original World War II baby’s gas mask. This mask, designed for children up to 2 years old, contains a filter made with chrysotile asbestos - a highly dangerous material that was once used to absorb poisonous gases. These masks were meant to protect the most vulnerable during a time of great peril, but now, decades later, they pose a significant health risk due to the asbestos content. We have safely removed the mask and it is now stored in our 'Asbestos Museum Cabinet' at our Coventry laboratory, where it will serve as a reminder of the hidden dangers of asbestos. RSK Asbestos is part of the RSK Group #AsbestosAwareness #WWIIHistory #HealthAndSafety #AsbestosRemoval #Coventry