Global Asbestos Awareness Week 2025
Windsor Waste Management is proud to support Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW25), taking place from 1st – 7th April 2025. This annual global initiative is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of asbestos, advocating for preventive measures, and uniting experts and affected individuals worldwide to drive meaningful action.
The Ongoing Risk of Asbestos
Despite the UK banning the use and importation of asbestos in 1999, it remains a major health hazard. Over 1.5 million buildings across the UK—including homes, schools, and workplaces—still contain asbestos. When disturbed, asbestos can release hazardous fibres that pose life-threatening risks.
According to the latest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) statistics, asbestos-related diseases continue to cause over 5,000 deaths annually in the UK. Exposure to asbestos fibres can lead to severe conditions such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and pleural thickening. These figures highlight the critical need for education, training, and responsible waste management to prevent exposure.
Advocating for Safer Asbestos Management
As specialists in asbestos waste management, and members of the Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA) Windsor Waste Management is committed to helping businesses comply with regulations, handle asbestos safely, and prevent environmental contamination. Our licensed asbestos disposal services ensure that hazardous waste is managed responsibly, reducing risks to workers and the public.
GAAW25 reinforces the importance of proper training, compliance, and enforcement of asbestos-related regulations. It also calls for a worldwide ban on the mining, manufacturing, and use of all six types of asbestos fibres to prevent further exposure and illness.
Join us in Raising Awareness
Global Asbestos Awareness Week is a vital reminder that knowledge and prevention are key to reducing asbestos-related risks. Throughout the week, Windsor Waste Management will be sharing important information across our channels to help businesses and individuals stay informed and take action.
For expert guidance on asbestos collection and disposal, contact Windsor Waste Management today.
Benefits of Partnering with Windsor Waste Management
Quick Turnaround: Prompt delivery and collection of asbestos skips or man-in-a-van to keep your projects on schedule.
Regulatory Compliance: Full documentation to ensure you meet all legal requirements.
Flexible Solutions: Services designed to fit projects of all sizes, from small refurbishments to large-scale demolition and roofing jobs.
Get in Touch Today
If you’re planning an asbestos removal project, let Windsor Waste Management handle your disposal needs. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and request a quote. Together, we can ensure your project is completed safely, efficiently, and responsibly.
At Windsor Waste Management, we’re committed to providing top-tier asbestos disposal services for asbestos removal projects.