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The effect of asbestos in schools

 

The increased vulnerability of children to asbestos

Increasing mesothelioma deaths amongst school staff and former pupils. Analysis to 2012

Please note there are extensive technical papers at this reference site which we also run and will be replaced over time.  If you would like further records of asbestos incidents in schools up to 2015 and  technical detail in referenced papers and articles please look at that site.

 

Check your school and searches for reports and incidents

  • How to check asbestos in your school
  • Recent incidents and news
  • Technical papers, incidents and reports before June 2015

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The aim of this site is to inform parents, teachers and support staff about asbestos in schools. It gives researched and referenced guidance on its daily risks and on improving its management. It works for openness and high standards in the UK Government's policy and approach to asbestos in our schools.

For more information please visit our partner reference site www.asbestosexposureschools.co.uk or the Joint Union Asbestos Committee website