Slater & Gordon launches asbestos register for apprentices and young workers

Law firm Slater & Gordon has launched an asbestos register workers exposed to this dangerous product at work, as part of Asbestos Awareness Week 2010.

Slater & Gordon asbestos lawyer Margaret Kent said

“The purpose of the register means that if someone develops an asbestos disease then the historical information can be accessed and used in the pursuit of a claim,” she said.

In Victoria asbestos exists in many old factories, hospitals, schools and homes. It can be found in the walls, roofs or as insulation, amongst other forms.

Members who may have been exposed to asbestos in hospital buildings should contact the Union immediately. We recently became aware of asbestos exposure in the pharmacy at Western Health and will be following this matter up with management as a matter of urgency.

To access the new online register visit www.slatergordon.com.au/asbestosregister