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A COMPANY based in Conwy which failed to protect employees from exposure to hazardous substances has been given a two-month extension to take action. PBT Vehicle Body Repair, based on Pen Y Bryn, Llanrwst, was given an Improvement Notice by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in May. HSE said the company had "failed to ensure where it is appropriate for the protection of the health of your employees who are, or are liable to be, exposed to a substance hazardous to health, namely isocyanates, to ensure that such employees are under suitable health surveillance". This related to the affects of isocyanates - highly reactive, organic chemicals used to manufacture polyurethane products, including flexible and rigid foams, insulation, durable coatings, adhesives, and elastomers. Read more Owners of 'demanding' Llandudno guesthouse plan to close business Conwy farmer who set up fundraiser trolled for spending £8 on coffee and croissant Majority oppose tourism tax that could raise £2m a year for Conwy Welsh Government plans energy-efficient future for Llandudno Junction building This was in contravention of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002. HSE had initially set PBT Vehicle Body Repair a compliance deadline of August 26 to take immediate, documented action, but this has now been extended to October 28. Failing to comply with an HSE Improvement Notice is a criminal offence. A company can face severe consequences, including unlimited fines, prosecution in a Magistrates' or Crown Court, and reputational damage. Additionally, directors may face personal liability, including unlimited fines or imprisonment. HSE said it would not comment on the extension of the compliance date regarding PBT Vehicle Body Repair.