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Gas masks JLP01_09_841262
Filename: jlp01_09_841262.jpg
Size: 5221 x 5244 (4.4MB)
Date: 6th October 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Gas masks JLP01_09_841262
BRITISH LIBRARY, EUSTON ROAD, ST PANCRAS, CAMDEN, GREATER LONDON. Three men wearing Draeger gas masks during a safety course at the British Library construction site.
The British Library was designed by the architect Colin St John Wilson and was built between 1982 and 1999 by the contractor John Laing Limited
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 23838224
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1980s Health And Safety People Public Library
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in time at the British Library construction site in Greater London during the 1980s. Three men, clad in Draeger gas masks, participate in a safety course amidst the ongoing construction activities. The image serves as a reminder of the importance placed on health and safety measures during this period. Designed by renowned architect Colin St John Wilson, the British Library stands as an architectural marvel that took nearly two decades to complete. The construction was undertaken by John Laing Limited, a prominent contractor known for their expertise and precision. The men depicted in this photograph are engaged in training exercises related to handling hazardous materials or potential airborne contaminants. Their protective gear symbolizes both caution and preparedness within an industrial setting where risks may be present. Preserved within Historic England Archive's collection, this image offers us a glimpse into the past while highlighting the dedication towards ensuring worker well-being on construction sites. It serves as a testament to how far we have come regarding workplace safety practices.
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