Ad
Thursday, April 3, 2025
8.2 C
London

U.K. Edition

Retired scaffolder dies after exposure to asbestos dust

- Advertisement -

 

A RETIRED scaffolder died at home in Cheshunt from mesothelioma after he was exposed to asbestos dust some 50 years ago, the Hertfordshire coroner said today (Tuesday August 14).

asbestos dust
Image of asbestos dust

Brendan Swaine, of Wood Green Way, died on July 7 after being diagnosed with mesothelioma last year after developing a persistent cough and losing weight. He underwent chemotherapy after he was diagnosed.

The 66-year-old began working as a scaffolder in 1963 and his job involved working with pipes and boards that were covered in dust and debris. He worked in close proximity to laggers who were spraying asbestos foam onto the steel frames of buildings.

After a stint owning his own mini-cab firm, Mr Swaine returned to scaffolding, before retiring in November 2010.

Coroner Edward Thomas recorded a verdict that Mr Swaine had died of industrial disease, adding: “He suffered substantial exposure to asbestos which was the cause of his mesothelioma, the symptoms of which started to develop some 50 years from his first exposure.”

Via: hertfordshiremercury.co.uk

Do you worry about coming into contact with asbestos? let us know in the comments below

- Advertisement -

Popular this week >

NASC and SAA Unite to Boost Global Scaffolding Standards

In a landmark move for the global scaffolding industry,...

Pilosio to Unveil Pioneering Scaffolding and Formwork Solutions at Bauma 2025

Italian construction solutions specialist Pilosio will unveil an extensive...

TRAD UK Hits £30,000 in Annual Fundraising Challenge

The company raised target three times as employees and...

Service and Support: The Values Driving Commercial Success for Layher Customers

Businesses overlook good customer relationships at their peril. It...

Doka Unveils Cutting-Edge Innovations Ahead of Bauma 2025

Austrian formwork and scaffolding giant Doka is preparing to...
- Advertisements -

Related Articles >

Scaffolder Set for 230-Mile Challenge to Raise Awareness for Men’s Mental Health

A scaffolder from Yorkshire is preparing to take on a gruelling 230-mile trek across England to raise money for men’s mental health charity, Andy’s Man Club. Harry Ingham, a Part 2 scaffolder with Burflex...

Latest Topics

360 Degrees Consultancy Wins Top Industry Award

360 Degrees Consultancy Ltd has been crowned Consultancy of...

AT-PAC Strengthens U.S. Team with Key Appointment

Scaffolding systems provider AT-PAC has appointed seasoned industry figure...

Avontus Employee to Run London Half Marathon in Honour of Loved Ones

An employee at scaffolding software company Avontus is preparing...

Pilosio to Unveil Pioneering Scaffolding and Formwork Solutions at Bauma 2025

Italian construction solutions specialist Pilosio will unveil an extensive...
- Advertisement -

Popular Categories