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Thousands of tradesmen are to get free asbestos awareness training in a bid to tackle ignorance about Britain’s biggest industrial killer.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), in partnership with industry, set a poignant target of 4000 hours of face-to-face training to be donated during September – one hour for each life lost to asbestos related illnesses in an average year. A target for a further 4000 hours of online training was also set.

But thanks to an overwhelming response from training companies, the target has been smashed by almost/more than 50 per cent – and almost/more than 4,000 at risk tradesmen will now be able to take up the o�er of free training

7987 hours of classroom training have been o�ered up along with 5570 web-based hours.

The free training is available throughout October and November and is aimed at those most likely to disturb the asbestos �bres as they go about their work – tradesmen such as joiners, electricians and plumbers , around 20 of whom lose their lives to asbestos-related diseases every week.

The asbestos training pledge initiative is part of HSE’s Hidden Killer campaign to raise awareness that asbestos is not just an historical problem – around half a million non-domestic premises still contain it.

Said Karen Clayton, HSE’s director for long latency health risks:

“This training will save lives by helping to tackle ignorance about the risks posed by working with asbestos. It will help prevent this hidden killer from claiming another generation of British tradesmen.

“The response has been overwhelming and has completely exceeded our expectations. There’s been a real groundswell of support from a whole range of training providers.

“We expect demand for the courses to high and urge tradesmen to go to www.hse.gov.uk and get signed up now. A few hours in a classroom or in front of a computer could add decades to someone’s lives. The courses literally could be a life saver.”

Across the UK Asbestos Training Providers are delivering FREE Asbestos Awareness Training, Organisations and Independent Training Providers have exceeded expectation with their generosity and willingness to support the valuable initiative

HSE Asbestos Training Pledgehttp://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/training-pledge/index.htm

Asbestos Training Pledge referenced in the House of Commonshttp://www.theyworkforyou.com/wrans/?id=2011-10-17d.75215.h

HSE Hidden Killerhttp://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/hiddenkiller/index.htm

HSE Asbestos Training Pledge4,000 TRADESMEN TO CONFRONT A HIDDEN KILLER

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kJUSTICE Secretary Ken Clarke has angered asbestos victims and their families over his plans to make them pay for compensation.Judith King, 65 whose husband David, 66, died of asbestos-related cancer, met Mr Clarke to demand changes to his legal aid reform.And she was furious when Mr Clarke, her MP in Rushcli�e, Notts, wrote back to say he will bring a US-style system where victims will see 25% of winning claims -swallowed up in legal bills.Mrs King said: “He’s missed the point. The voices of the victims haven’t been heard.”Mr Clarke’s Labour shadow Andy Slaughter said: “He is making the innocent pay.”The move comes as the Mirror’s Asbestos Timebomb campaign �ghts for the rights of su�erers.Source: The Daily Mirror 26/10/2011http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/10/26/ken-clarke-angers-asbestos-victims-with-compensation-plans-115875-23515042/#ixzz1bsLSWgLy

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ASHEeLA e-Learning Places Available

’ASHEeLA are proud join with other training organisations to support HSE’s asbestos training pledge initiative.

ASHEeLA members are o�ering free Asbestos Awareness eLearning courses that will provide on-demand, comprehensive ASHEeLA certi�ed asbestos awareness training in accordance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006.

Courses are limited each week and must be requested by completing and submitting the request form to ASHEeLA (Do not send to HSE or the member directly). We will contact you prior to the start of the 8 week delivery period which commences 3rd Oct. 2011. Allocation is made weekly on a �rst come �rst served basis. New pledges will be available on Monday of each week of the pledging period. So if you miss out one week you can try again the following week. Free courses are subject to availability and eligibility. Courses are limited to a maximum of 12 delegates per company or organisation No guarantee is made that courses will be available following a submitted request. Self-employed trades-people are eligible and invited to register. Terms and conditions apply and will be provided with course registration.

Courses are available in English, Russian, Romanian and Polish.

Your details will be kept con�dential between ASHEeLA and the pledging member. HSE will only receive data on course numbers and delivery and will not receive any company or personal data.’’

For more information http://asheela.org/ HSE Asbestos Training Pledge e-Learning page http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/training-pledge/e-learning.htm

The Joint Union Asbestos Committee (JUAC) calls for a national audit of asbestos in school buildings after �gures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) showed that of the small number of academies inspected approximately 60% had enforcement action taken against them for failing to adequately manage the asbestos in their buildings. Government estimates are that 75% of all UK schools have buildings that comprise asbestos containing materials. JUAC Chair, Julie Winn, today said:“Figures from the HSE suggest that there is a signi�cant problem of asbestos management in schools. Of the relatively small sample of non-local authority schools inspected by HSE approximately 60% of the academies, 32% of the independent fee paying schools and 22% of the non-local authority schools had enforcement action taken against them. We simply do not know the true extent of the problem; this could just be the tip of the iceberg. “The Government accepts the recommendation from the James Review of Capital Spending for there to be a national collection of data on the

condition of all school buildings in the UK. JUAC believes it is vital that this includes an audit of the extent and type and condition of the asbestos in UK school buildings. "JUAC agrees with the HSE's recent conclusion that raising awareness around asbestos produces bene�ts to dutyholders and workers is in fact a key component in the AiS* and JUAC campaign. Raising awareness and improved training in the management of asbestos is fundamental to health and safety in UK schools containing asbestos. However for the HSE to suggest that most schools have adequate arrangements in place for managing asbestos in the absence of a national collection of data on the condition of all school buildings which includes an audit of the extent, type and condition of the asbestos within them, is like saying what you don't know can't hurt you."

HSE Press Release http://www.hse.gov.uk/press/2011/hse-asbestosinschools.htm

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Redondo Beach, CA … October 26, 2011 — The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO,) which combines education, advocacy, and community to provide a uni�ed voice for asbestos victims, today announced that ADAO Co-Founder and President, Linda Reinstein, has been chosen to present at two premier upcoming events focused on public health and advocacy. Ms. Reinstein regularly speaks at such events to help educate the public about the need for an asbestos ban and promote recognition of medical resources, while building a broad-based community of support and comfort. The two events include the American Public Health Association (APHA)’s 139th Annual Meeting and Exposition October 29 – November 2 and the Canadian Workers Health and Safety Centre (WHSC)’s annual gala on November 4. Ms. Reinstein will present the latest �ndings on educa-tional asbestos awareness and ban e�orts across the globe, while highlighting the power of social media as a force behind uni�cation and worldwide connections that showcase the power of knowledge. The American Public Health Association is the oldest and most diverse organization of public health professionals in the world and has been working to improve public health since 1872. The annual exposition will bring together thousands of national and international physicians, administrators, nurses, educators, researchers, epidemiologists, and related health specialists to address current and emerging health science, policy, and practice issues with the goal of preventing diseases and promoting health. This year, APHA will focus on how social media technology has dramatically improved avenues for the distribution of information to the masses, and how these tools are critical to share with the world’s most in�uential players in public health.For more than 25 years, the Workers Health & Safety Centre has supported the e�orts of workplace representatives in their pursuit of hazard-free workplaces. In conjunction with the WHSC award dinner,

ADAO will attend several meetings in Toronto early next month, in e�orts to solidify and strengthen bonds with Canadian counterparts. Starting with collaborations between Canadian organizations years back and most recently highlighted by the powerful events in Sarnia, ADAO recognizes how North American collaboration against the asbestos industry is gaining momentum and growing every day. ADAO President and Co-Founder, Linda Reinstein commented on the events: “ADAO is thrilled and privileged to be invited to WHSC’s award dinner and recognizes the importance of continued strong relationships in Canada. Likewise, APHA is setting new standards of excellence for public health and justice and we are honored to be a part of their annual conference. Just imagine what we can do when we join forces. Together, with a united voice, we can make a di�erence.”Asbestos is a known human carcinogen and exposure can cause asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis. Studies estimate that during the next decade, 107,000 workers around the world will die every year of an asbestos related disease – equaling 300 deaths per day. Despite the known dangers, according to a recently released report from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), imports of asbestos into this country remain strong. The report states, “the United States imported an estimated 820 metric tons of asbestos through July 2010. Roo�ng products were estimated to account for about 72% of U.S. asbestos consumption. The US imports 90% of asbestos from Canada and 10% from Brazil.” This rate, although in decline due to recognized health and liability issues associated with asbestos, is unacceptable, particularly when numerous substitutes exist.http://www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org/

ADAO Continues its Recognition as a Renowned Asbestos Awareness Expert

Firework Safety November 5th

HSE Guidance http://www.hse.gov.uk/explosives/�reworks/

RSPCA Guidance http://www.rspca.org.uk/allaboutanimals/pets/general/�reworks

IBAS: October 18 2011 A Bloody Anniversaryhttp://www.ibasecretariat.org/lka-a-bloody-anniversary-2011.php

Manage Buildings? You must manage the asbestos. HSE A step by step guide to the duty to manage asbestos http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/managing/index.htm

HSE Asbestos Essentials http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/essentials/index.htm

HSE Regulations http://www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos/regulations.htm

HSE Shattered Lives Campaignhttp://www.hse.gov.uk/slips/index.htm


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Construction faces worst decline for more than 30 years

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Construction activity is unlikely to return to growth until 2014, sparking the worst decline for 30 years, according to the latest Construction Industry Forecasts.

Since the start of the economic downturn in 2007 more than £32bn of construction activity has been lost.

Michael Ankers CPA chief said: "Although government is committed to cut capital expenditure by 20 per cent over the next four years, the hoped for robust recovery from the private sector, to compensate for these cuts, is not materialising.

"With both the commercial and housing sectors still performing badly, our latest forecasts indicate that construction output will fall by more than one per cent this year, a further 3.6% next year and no growth in 2013. Recovery �nally arrives in 2014, but by then we will have experienced the worst decline in construction activity for more than 30 years. It is essential that more is done by government to kick start the economic recovery.

"Despite the government's desire to support housing recovery, housing starts in 2012 will be the second lowest year since 1945. Private sector housing is slowly recovering. Unfortunately public sector housing starts are forecast to fall by a third, leading to an overall reduction in the total number of housing starts in 2011 and 2012. By the end of the forecast period we will have a shortfall of more than two million homes in the UK.

"Government recognises that construction is a key part of economic recovery, yet these forecasts herald a very di�cult few years, not just for construction but for the wider economy.

"It is therefore essential that the government uses the Autumn Statement to stimulate recovery by rebalancing the economy between current and capital spending. Government's own �gures show current expenditure rising from £632bn this year to £694bn in 2014/15, whilst capital expenditure is cut from £61bn to £42bn over the same period. Rebalancing this could make way for the £5bn package of essential infrastructure investment that many commentators have called for.

"Similarly government must do more to stimulate house building and help �rst-time buyers onto the housing ladder. The announcement about the release of public sector land is welcome, but it is access to �nance, not development that is currently holding back the housing market. Government therefore needs to look at mortgage indemnity guarantee schemes, or government backed savings scheme for �rst-time buyers to help ease this situation.

"Finally the government must do more to support the Green Deal programme. The stimulus to the economy and the bene�ts to our industry could be huge. However, without a �scal stimulus, such as a reduction to �ve per cent in VAT for all Green Deal compliant work, Green Deal is unlikely to be successful. It is essential the Chancellor uses the Autumn Statement to address these issues as without these stimuli, the next few years will be very bleak indeed for the UK economy.'

Source: Builders Merchants Journal 26/10/2011http://www.buildersmerchantsjournal.net/news/news.asp?id=8131&title=Construction+faces+worst+decline+for+more+than+30+years+

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IATP & OCN Credit4Learning: Giving you the edge.

Over the last 12 months IATP has worked closely with OCN Credit4Learning to put in place a training product unlike anything else in the market place, something that in 2012 will position IATP members as recognized professionals and give their clients real con�dence.During this time a range of Asbestos Awareness, Licensed and Non-Licensed courses have received national accreditation, and are being successfully piloted by a leading IATP member, delivering accredited training to a range of trainees in various companies up and down the country. During the pilot, a number of tweaks to the process and costings of the accreditation were identi�ed and re�ned, which means that IATP members signing up for the accredited programme are going to be equipped with a carefully crafted product which they can take into the market place.

A game changing moment:The emergence of nationally accredited courses for IATP members really is a game changing moment, as members that sign up will be able to deliver courses that are unique, nationally recognized, and great value for money. IATP’s partner in this – OCN Credit4Learning – have a long history of being one of the most innovative UK accreditation bodies, and the partnership with IATP re�ects this. The accredited courses are appealing to industry on a number of levels, giving IATP members a real edge in the market place. The pricing for the accredited courses has been carefully considered to fully utilize the OCN Credit4Learning brand which will appeal to Colleges, Housing Associations, Local Authorities, Blue chip companies and SME’s. This is a point where quality and value

for money training come together

Fantastic value for money:In order to show the seriousness of this commitment, both IATP and OCN Credit4Learning will be providing workshops to industry to promote the concept of accreditation and why it is so important. This is a unique opportunity for training providers to di�erentiate themselves in the market place and show their clients that they are serious about quality. It also represents value for money. For example, certi�cation for accredited Asbestos Awareness courses will be from £3 per head, and certi�cation for Licensed and Non-Licensed training will be £5 per head. Finally, in the event that HSE renew their Asbestos Training Pledge for 2012, OCN Credit4Learning is committed to providing an accredited certi�cation service for £0 per head for any IATP member that signs up for this unique opportunity.

These are tough times, but they are also exciting times and together we can provide a service to the industry that is cost e�ective, attractive and of an exceptionally high quality.

If you are interested in further information, please contact me on:David Holmes 07748 901302, and email: [email protected] Programme Development ManagerOCNCredit4Learning

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I.A.T.P MembersThis months featured Training Provider: Pattinson Scienti�c Services Limited

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80Twenty Projects LimitedT: 0800 043 8020E: [email protected]: www.8020projects.co.uk

aaa training company limitedT: 01787 313137E: [email protected]: www.aaa-training.com

AASH Training LimitedT: 0141 771 0402E: [email protected]: www.aashtrainingltd.co.uk

ABP Associates LimitedT: 02380 866888E: [email protected]: www.abp.uk.com

Amity Insulation Services Limited T: 01865 733733E: [email protected]: www.amitygroup.co.uk

ARL Training Service Limited T: 01233 660066E: [email protected]: www.arlgroup.co.uk

ASBESTOS COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT SERVICEST: 0800 5677958 E: geo�@asb5.co.ukW: www.asb5.co.uk

Assure TrainingT: 07709 496903E: [email protected]: www.assurerm.co.uk

1st Fire Coral LtdT: 01179 140498E: admin@�recoral.co.ukW: www.�recoral.co.uk

ALS Global LtdT: 08003 101 014E: [email protected]:

Asbestos Training SolutionsT: 07527 202 502E: [email protected]

Adamsons Labratory ServicesT: 01375 673 279E: pbridger@alsltdW: www.alsltd

The Asbestos GroupT: 01527 873 477E: [email protected]: www.theasbestosgroup.co.uk

AV Asbestos LimitedT: 0845 833 2660E: [email protected]: www.avasbestos.co.uk

ASTRA LimitedT: 0845 689 1407E: [email protected]: www.astraltd.net

AMS: Asbestos Managment ServicesT: 01670737355E: [email protected]: www.ams-ne.co.uk

Pattinson Scienti�c Services Limited is an independent asbestos analytical laboratory and inspection body providing a service to industry, local authorities and individuals.We have been established in the North East since 1858.The �rm is built up of highly specialist, trained personnel and the organisa-tion holds UKAS Accreditation for its asbestos analysis, sampling, air testing and surveying activities. We also hold a Supervisory Licence issued by the Health & Safety Executive to supervise asbestos removal operations.Speci�c areas of our expertise include: • Asbestos Identification • Asbestos Air Monitoring • Asbestos Surveying • Asbestos Management • Asbestos Training • Asbestos Removal Arrangement & Supervision • Auditing ServicesAs a member of IATP, we are able to provide the following training:• Asbestos Awareness Training • Non-Licensed Asbestos Removal Training These training courses are tailored to suit the individual needs of the Client and can be carried out either at our Newcastle based Training Facilities or

at any location throughout the UK.With many years of experience in all aspects of the asbestos industry, we are able to o�er specialist impartial advice to assist our clients in the management, remediation and removal of asbestos.

We o�er an e�cient, cost-e�ective and professional service to all of our clients and look forward to being able to continue to do so – why not give us a try!

T: 0191 2261300E: enquires@pattinsonscienti�c.com

Asbestos Training LimitedT: 0800 612 4115E: [email protected]: www.asbestostraininglimited.com

All Set Safety Training LimitedT: 07875 427330E: [email protected]

Award Health and Safety LimitedT: 0845 2573158E: [email protected]: www.awardhealthandsafety.co.uk

Bainbridge Asbestos ServicesT: 01604 588547E: [email protected]:

BRE GroupT: 01923 664829E: [email protected]: www.bre.co.uk

Chorus Group LimitedT: 020 8275 0000E: [email protected]: www.chorusgroup.co.uk

cnm training solutions limitedT: 01325 401876E: [email protected]: www.cnmtraining.co.uk

DMW Environmental Safety LimitedT: 01902 791565E: [email protected]: www.dmwsafety.co.uk

Environmental EssentialsT: 0845 4569953E: [email protected]: www.environmentalessentials.co.uk

G & L Consultancy LimitdT: 01823 443898E: [email protected]: www.gnl.org.uk

Global Environmental Consultancy LimitedT: 01268 753680E: [email protected]

GMPSSC T:E: [email protected]:

Howard Hughes Solutions LimitedT: 0845 8647322E: [email protected]: www.hhsltd.co.uk

JB Asbestos Management LimitedT: 01606 841805E: je�@jb-asman.co.ukW: www.jb-asman-training.co.uk

Luton Borough Council (LBC) T: 01582 547069E: [email protected] W: www.luton.gov.uk

NATAST: 08707 511880E: [email protected]: www.natas.co.uk

Natas eLearning LtdT: 0870 751 1888E: [email protected]: www.natas-eLearning.com

Pattinson Scienti�c Services LimitedT: 0191 2261300E: enquires@pattinsonscienti�c.comW:

Enviro Training Limited T: 07875 302480E: [email protected]: www.envirotraining.co.uk

K S Safety LimitedT: 01501 749 500E: [email protected]:www.ks-safety.com

One Stop Asbestos Consultants & Services LimitedT: 0845 833 8156E: [email protected] W: www.onestopasbestos.com

Euro Environmental LtdT: 08707 019 170E: [email protected]: www.euroenvironmental.co.uk

IASS Independent Asbestos Survey Services T: 07778 505496E: [email protected]: www.iass-asbestos.co.uk

Britannia Safety & TrainingT: 01953 606 100E: [email protected] W: http://www.britanniaits.com/

MacBrac Business Safety T: 01952 446 494E: [email protected] www.macbrac.com

NIS Training LimitedT: 01912 689 396E: [email protected]: www.nistraining.co.uk

Brian Gill & CoT: 01379 674 273E: [email protected]

Encompassed LtdT: 01934 853803E: [email protected]: www.encompassed.co.uk

One Call TrainingT: 07814 422362E: [email protected] W: www.onecalltraininguk.com

E-Brit Services LimitedT: 01268 685886E: [email protected]: www.ebritservices.co.uk

The Health and Safety PeopleT: 08456 122 144E: [email protected]: www.thsp.co.uk

Gully Howard Technical Limited T: 023 9272 8040E: [email protected]: www.gullyhowardtechnical.com

Carney Consulting LimitedT: 01902 802 660E: [email protected]: www.carneyconsultancy.com

DJM TrainingT: 01902 336641E: [email protected]: www.djmtraining.co.uk

UK Asbestos Specialists LimitedT: 0800 6122035E: [email protected]: www.ukasl.co.uk

XL Hazmat LtdT: 07516 984305.E: [email protected]: www.xlhazmat.co.uk

Three Spires Safety Limited T: 02476 712244E: [email protected]: www.threespires-safety.co.uk

P Brothers LimitedT: 01604 637 288E: [email protected]:

Tony Crowe Health & Safety Consultancy LtdT: 01522 804 747E: [email protected]

Pelham Safety Services Ltd (logo attached)T: 01474 537 496E: [email protected]

SAFE Training T: 0845 519 5250E: [email protected] W: www.safe-training.org

Quality Safety Training LimitedT: 01626 366 076E: [email protected]: www.qualitysafetytraining.co.uk

QHS Solutions LimitedT: 01282 839 103E: [email protected]: www.qhsolutions.com

PETROC CollegeT: 01271 338 108E: [email protected]: www.petroc.ac.uk

Training and Testing Services T: 01423 550 751E: [email protected]: www.trainingandtestingservices.co.uk

Virtual CollegeT: 01943 605 976E: [email protected]: www.virtual-college.co.uk

Turner Safety Solutions LimitedT: 07768 730363E: [email protected]: www.turnersafety.net

Theseus Safety Training LimitedTel: 01782 770999E: [email protected]: www.theseussafetytrainingltd.co.uk

TASC2Tel: 0800 781 2381E: [email protected]: www.tasc2.com

STV Building Services LimitedT: 01708 457842E: [email protected]: www.std-ltd.co.uk

Priority RiskT: 0208 651 0291E: [email protected]: www.priorityrisk.co.uk

Safety Management Services (IoM) LtdTel: 01624 825481E: [email protected]

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