Monthly Archives: June 2017

The following article is courtesy of Scoop Business Residential property investors are being urged to understand the new rules in dealing with asbestos or risk a costly fine.Residential property investors are being urged to understand the new rules in dealing with asbestos or risk a costly fine. Under new WorkSafe legislation, the updated Management and Removal

The following article is courtesy of Scoop Business ‘Conditional ban’ needs rethinking This month another case of asbestos suffering was reported in New Zealand, prompting Customs Broker and CEO of Platinum Freight Management Peter McRae to question if New Zealand is ‘green’ enough about asbestos, after introduction of a ‘conditional ban’ on asbestos imports just seven

The following article is courtesy of legalexaminer.com Recent health and safety information has arisen with regard to asbestos contamination of common talc baby powder products, including talc products sold by Johnson & Johnson, and other talcum powder products still for sale throughout the United States. During 2016 and 2017, defective product personal injury litigation has

The following article is courtesy of titan-enviro.com Renovating your home is an exciting project but it’s important to be aware of harmful substances in your home which can pose health hazards when disturbed. Older homes often contain dangerous substances such as asbestos, lead paint and mold. Here’s a look at the most dangerous toxins to be

The following article has been sourced from NZHerald.co.nz The country’s largest insurer says it pays out $14 million methamphetamine claims on residential properties. Ralph Hart, Insurance Australia Group New Zealand’s personal lines underwriting solutions manager, said most claims in tenanted properties were for meth use. “IAG meth claims tally about $14m per year, with claim

The following article has been sourced from rla.org.uk Asbestos was a common building material between the 1960s and 1980s before being banned in the UK in the year 1999. Asbestos is not harmful unless it is disturbed and is still common in many homes. However, landlord could be prosecuted if tenants, workmen or visitors are exposed

The following article has been sourced from 9news.com.au The death toll from the September 11 terror attack could soar into the millions as a result of the toxic dust that blanketed New York City when the Twin Towers collapsed. Residents have already started to develop cancers caused by the asbestos-filled ash that erupted from the World