Martin Rees, the owner of the company said “We did find it funny and hot and stuffy at times to be dressed in all the protective gear, but we all realised the seriousness of the issue and how important it was to protect ourselves, our clients and the general public. We take safety very seriously and I am very proud of how hard everyone worked and we have already put our training into practice in our everyday work. We do a lot of work in schools, and in the local communities where we live, so when we are following the procedures we were taught we are protecting ourselves, our families and our neighbours”.

About Martin Rees Electrical Contractors Ltd.
Martin Rees Electrical Contractors Limited began in 1992 and since then has grown to be one of the largest electrical contractors in mid and south Wales. During that time we have built an enviable reputation for the quality of work and the high level of our customer service.
We are a progressive company with a permanent team of competent electrical engineers, with a commitment to the future with an ongoing apprenticeship scheme.
Our company is active in a wide range of markets providing electrical services to schools, offices, hospitals, industrial estates and private housing. We can also cater for testing and commissioning of any installation.
We pride ourselves in our ability to carry out all types of work, to the highest standards, within demanding timescale's and with due regard to our pro-active environmental, and health and safety policies.
About Asbestos

Asbestos is a mineral used in building materials and is believed to be present in around 85% of all UK properties, including half a million commercial premises.

Why is it a problem?
Britain banned the import and use of most asbestos products in 1999, because airborne fibres, released if the material is disturbed, can cause Mesothelioma (a type of cancer) and other lung diseases. Each year over 3,500 people in the U.K.die due to such exposure.

Who is at risk?
Anyone using a building containing asbestos, particularly refurbishment, repair or maintenance workers, such as carpenters, electricians or plumbers, who are likely to disturb the substance. Those engaged in removing asbestos are especially at risk.

Where is it found?
In over 3000 different products such as insulating board, pipe lagging, roofing felt or corrugated sheets, it can be found as a spray coating on girders, in certain cement types, in textured ceiling coating, on vinyl floor tiles and in bitumen.

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