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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.
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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.
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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.
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