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UK Asbestos related disease epidemic is expected.

In time with world cancer day, doctors in the UK warn of asbestos related disease epidemic, specifically Mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops in the cells of the mesothelium which is the lining of the internal organs of the body. Mesothelioma is exclusively linked to the exposure and inhalation of asbestos. […]

Read the full article | Published Feb 04, 2015

Global use of asbestos

An International Mesothelioma crisis is predicted if widespread use of asbestos is continued globally. Asbestos is used worldwide for a number of reasons, such as the strengthening fire proof products and in construction. It is exclusively linked to the lung disease Mesothelioma. If countries around the world continue to use asbestos at the rate they […]

Read the full article | Published Feb 03, 2015

Asbestos Awareness Training course in Bury, Manchester.

At Armco we have over 15 years experience in giving the best practical advice and training to meet your individual needs. We are holding an Asbestos Awareness Training Course Friday 30th January at our dedicated training facility in Bury, Manchester. Asbestos Awareness training is for workers that spend time in buildings that contain asbestos and […]

Read the full article | Published Jan 29, 2015

HSE Beware Asbestos Campaign.

With the recent incidents relating to asbestos and its health and safety it is important to teach people about the dangers and keep the exposure of the effects of asbestos publicised. Although it was banned in 2000, asbestos still poses a major threat to health and safety. In October last year the HSE (health and […]

Read the full article | Published Jan 28, 2015

Face Fit Testing Training Courses in Bury, Manchester.

At Armco we offer Face Fit Testing Training so each participant can suitably test and fit their employees. The course demonstrates the proper use of half masks and RPE’s (respiratory protection equipment), working with non licensed asbestos. Training can take place at out office in Bury, Manchester or at a location suitable to yourselves.  According to […]

Read the full article | Published Jan 27, 2015