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Language: English Series: Building ; 254(7597) 12 May 1989, 74-75(2)Publication details: 1989Subject(s): Summary: Examines the concern over health risks associated with vermiculite , used as an alternative to asbestos for thermal insulation and fire sprays . Vermiculite contains three forms of asbestos, none of which are banned for use. The HSE has commissioned a research programme into the safety of vermiculite and it is under investigation by the Institute of Occupational Medicine in Edinburgh.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS40747 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 25852-1001 |
Examines the concern over health risks associated with vermiculite , used as an alternative to asbestos for thermal insulation and fire sprays . Vermiculite contains three forms of asbestos, none of which are banned for use. The HSE has commissioned a research programme into the safety of vermiculite and it is under investigation by the Institute of Occupational Medicine in Edinburgh.