Thursday, 5 July 2007

Vandalism raises risk of asbestos exposure

The Scotsman reported on 8th June 2007 that teaching staff must ensure schools are asbestos free.

At the AGM of the Educational Institute of Scotland,(EIS), the union which represents scottish teachers and lecturers, delegates were told that the danger of asbestos in older schools and educational establishments was one that had to be addressed urgently.

Kenneth Brown, of the East Dunbartonshire Association, said pupils and teachers were potentially being exposed to levels of asbestos fibres that exceeded government guidelines.

He claimed vandalism and poor maintenance means concealed asbestos can suddenly become exposed. He added that teachers had to take it upon themselves to identify the risks.

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