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The Silent Threat in the Stands: Asbestos in Sports Stadiums - Why Awareness and Action Are Critical

January 3, 2025 Simon Pickup

Major sports event are becoming increasingly popular in the Middle East

Over the past decade, the Middle East has emerged as a hub for international sporting events, fueled by significant investments in state-of-the-art sports facilities and supporting infrastructure. However, this surge in development has brought to light a critical health hazard—Asbestos. Widely used in older sports stadiums for its heat resistance and fireproofing properties, Asbestos poses severe risks when its materials are damaged during refurbishment or demolition. Exposure can lead to life-threatening diseases like mesothelioma and asbestosis, emphasizing the need for comprehensive Asbestos surveys, proper management plans, and professional abatement processes to ensure the safety of workers, athletes, and fans.

Is Asbestos Still a Problem in the GCC?

April 18, 2021 Simon Pickup

Asbestos Cement Debris Found in the Desert of the Middle East

A blog discussing the historical use of Asbestos across the globe and locally within the GCC countries. The blog looks at whether citizens and residents should still be concerned by the potential risk posed by Asbestos in the Middle East, some of the current issues associated with this topic in the region and what can be done to reduce the hazard posed by this cancer causing material.

Asbestos in the Rocks – Naturally Occurring Asbestos (NOA)

March 20, 2021 Simon Pickup

Tunneling Activities - Could There be a Hidden Asbestos Risk?

A blog discussing the issue of Naturally Occurring Asbestos (NOA), its prevalence in the Middle East and the activities that are most likely to cause Asbestos disturbance and interface with Asbestos minerals in the ground and rock faces. The article poses best practice means to identify and manage Asbestos risk during major infrastructure projects.

Hidden Danger - Underground Asbestos

March 10, 2021 Simon Pickup

Asbestos Cement Pipework Debris by the Roadside - Fujairah, UAE

Asbestos cement pipes are a common type of pipework found in the Middle East and Africa, used for storm water drains, potable water, sewerage and irrigation. They present a hazard to human health when they are damaged and disturbed predominantly during groundworks. The blog details information on their use, prevalence and recommends safe procedures for their handling.