Manchester construction company fined £10,477 for failing to conduct proper asbestos surveys after discovering disturbed materials on demolition site.
by Brian Lambert (CMIOSH-IMaPS) | Sep 8, 2025 | Construction, In Court, Legal & Enforcement
Construction
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Understanding UK Health and Safety Regulations and Acts
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