Dr. Patrick Morton from Lucion Environmental will give a presentation on asbestos, covering the problems it can cause, safe exposure limits, regulatory compliance, and the duty to manage asbestos. He will also discuss regulations, surveyor competency, the costs of non-compliance, and HSE enforcement. David Swalwell will present on a potential merger between NESHEP and the Teesside Safety Group, allowing members to provide input. Dr. David Shallow will provide an HSE update from the Hazardous Installations Division.