Asbestos Testing and Surveying

It’s a legal requirement to have an Asbestos Management Plan for any commercial property built before 2000. This type of survey will form the basis of the management plan created by the duty holder. It will identify any Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) on site, assess the risk of exposure during normal occupation and detail the condition of any ACMs. It is non-destructive and only deals with areas of the building that are likely to be accessed or disturbed by normal use or general maintenance.

Once a management plan has been created, there is a duty of care to monitor the condition of any ACMs. Our team are available to carry out regular inspections and update management plans with any new information and advice.

It’s essential that a detailed survey is undertaken before any works that may disturb the fabric of the building. The work can be as simple as running cables or knocking a wall down. This survey identifies all ACMs within the building that will be affected by the proposed works and will enable qualified specialist contractors to safely handle and remove asbestos before the start of the project.

It is a legal requirement for all buildings constructed prior to 2000 to have this type of survey prior to demolition. The survey is destructive and aims to expose all ACMs so that they can be removed by a specialist contractor prior to demolition of the building.

Following asbestos removal works, our independent analysts carry out visual inspections and rigorous air tests to ensure the area has been completely cleared and can be certified as safe for reoccupation. As we are not connected to any removal service, you can trust that our testing and reporting is completely impartial.

By employing us as independent project managers, you can rest assured that we will take care of the entire removal and remediation process. From creating a common sense and cost effective schedule of works and managing the tender process, to document audits and project completion reports, we provide on-site management to ensure all aspects of the job are carried effectively and safely.

All employers must ensure that staff who may encounter or disturb asbestos during their work receive adequate training to work safely without danger to themselves or others. The level of instruction needed varies depending on the job role. This will affect any trades that renovate, survey or install equipment in older buildings.

Somerset Scientific Services can tailor a bespoke training package to suit your company’s needs, protecting you, your workforce and your customers from unnecessary risk. Contact our team to discuss your requirements.