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Where can I get advice and support on asbestos issues?
Asbestos is a major issue for trade unions and community-based safety campaigns. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is also running an awareness campaign for tradespeople.
If you are in any way unhappy about working with asbestos:
- stop the job to avoid further exposure;
- get advice from your site safety rep, shop steward or full-time union officer (contact details for unions are available in the workSMART Union Finder); and
- contact a local asbestos campaign or support group, for example, the London Hazards Centre. Many local projects have taken up the asbestos issue in their community. A listing of UK local asbestos campaigns appears on the International Ban Asbestos Campaign website.
Note: This content is provided as general background information and should not be taken as legal advice or financial advice for your particular situation. Make sure to get individual advice on your case from your union, a source on our free help page or an independent financial advisor before taking any action.