Online seminar “Seminar on Changes in Regulations Regarding Asbestos”

Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 15:00
Location: Online (via ZOOM platform)
Attachment: Download (PDF)
Registration (22.04.2026): Open

The Riga Stradiņš University Institute of Occupational Safety and Environmental Health

organises a webinar

“Seminar on Changes in Regulations Regarding Asbestos”

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Objective of the seminar:

To provide up-to-date and practically applicable information on the latest changes in regulations regarding asbestos, their impact on the working environment and occupational safety requirements, as well as to promote understanding of the responsibilities of employers and specialists in ensuring employee protection against asbestos-related health risks.

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Target audience:

Occupational safety specialists, employers, HR specialists, and other interested parties.

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Topics covered in the seminar:

• Latest changes in asbestos-related regulations in Latvia and the European Union
• Responsibilities of employers and occupational safety specialists in managing asbestos risks

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Lecturer:

Dr. med. Žanna Martinsone,
Associate Professor at the Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, leading researcher at RSU Institute of Occupational Safety and Environmental Health

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Time and format:

April 22, 2026, 15:00–16:00
Online via ZOOM (connection link will be sent by email upon registration confirmation)

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Registration:

Online only: https://stradavesels.lv/kalendars/event-9286/pieteikties-22.04.2026./

For information:
Phone: +371 29437702
Email: lasma.akulova@rsu.lv

The number of participants is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

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Certificate:

Participants will receive an RSU certificate (1 academic hour).

Participation fee:

Participation is FREE OF CHARGE. Seminar participants will also receive access to the seminar materials.