What to do if asbestos is discovered in the home or workplace

Asbestos anywhere can pose a serious hazard to health but in the workplace, it can cause an issue for both staff and members of the public if it isn’t dealt with correctly. Here are some top suggestions for what to do should any asbestos be found in your home or workplace: Do not try to handle it yourself The first thing that must be noted that if you find asbestos in the workplace is that you should not attempt to deal with this problem by yourself. Many people think that…

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Boiler Maintenance Tips

Damage to boilers always seems to happen at the most inconvenient times when the winter weather descends. That’s often due to the fact that they’ve sat quietly throughout the summer and then suddenly are asked to work at full tilt when autumn and winter descend. Boiler problems can be annoying and expensive, but there are some things you can do to protect this important investment. Prevention can save a lot of money and hassle, so here’s what homeowners should do to prepare for winter:

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All About Groundworks

If you’re not sure what ‘groundworks’ refer to, then you’re not alone. Unless you are in the world of construction, it is unlikely that you will see a lot of construction. In line with this, things like groundworks may not be a top priority for you. However, groundworks are very important for a new building because it is usually the first step in the construction process!

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Top lighting trends of 2020

Lighting is an incredibly important tool in interior design and shouldn’t be overlooked as a purely functional necessity. Image Credit An article in HomeGuides suggests that lighting can change the ‘mood’ and ‘perceived size’ of a room and for that reason, it’s important to make good choices in your choice of lighting and your light fittings. But what are the top trends in lighting for 2020? Organic materials In a world where we are becoming increasingly aware of our carbon footprint, many people will be interested in using organic materials…

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Would you know what to do in a fire?

Being caught in the fire is the worst nightmare of every person. Most of us do not imagine it would ever happen to us in this age of the smoke alarm, sprinkler and fire safety. However, would you know what to do if you found a fire? It is easier to act fast if you have a plan in your head. Learn about next steps and share the plan with everyone in your home:

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Common lab equipment

Not been in the laboratory since your school days? A scientist lab equipment consists of many tools – without them, they could do nothing except hypothesize. Despite different laboratories having a different set of tools, there are several pieces of lab equipment that are so universal and useful, that they can be found in every lab across the globe.

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