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Due to the significant risk asbestos poses to health and the environment, property owners, landlords and managers should ensure they responsibly manage it. At Asbestos Action, we understand the challenge of managing asbestos in buildings and provide expert solutions to ensure your premises remain safe and compliant. From commercial properties and domestic homes to multi-occupancy buildings, overseeing asbestos management is vital. Contact us today for more information.
Who must manage asbestos?
Non-Domestic Premises
Owners or managers of non-domestic premises such as factories, offices, warehouses, shops and public buildings (such as hospitals and schools), have a duty to manage asbestos. These could be building owners, landlords or those responsible for building maintenance.
Tenancy Agreements and Multi-Occupied Buildings
The duty to manage asbestos in buildings with multiple tenants can be allocated according to the tenancy agreement. For example, the property owner may manage shared spaces whilst tenants may be responsible for their individual areas.
Public Buildings & Schools
There are often specific duty holders in place for public buildings, including schools. For instance, in schools that are managed by the local authority, the local authority usually holds the duty. However, in academies and free schools, the academy trust or school governors may be responsible.
Contact Asbestos Action today for more information about asbestos management.
Understanding asbestos
what is it and why is it dangerous?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibre material widely used in construction until the 1990s. Due to its strength, heat resistance and insulation properties, asbestos was highly favoured, however, it has become apparent that the material is extremely hazardous to health. When asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are disturbed, they release tiny fibres into the air. Inhaling these fibres can lead to serious diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, mesothelioma and more.
What should I do if I discover asbestos in my property?
If you think that you may have asbestos in your property, you must not disturb it. Contact a professional asbestos surveyor, such as Asbestos Action immediately for asbestos surveys and removal. We provide comprehensive asbestos surveys to identify and assess ACMs safely. We will provide guidance on the next steps and will ensure your safety and compliance with legal obligations.
Asbestos: Your Legal Obligations
Asbestos Action can help ensure that you understand and meet your legal obligations and fulfil your legal duty to protect yourself, employees, tenants, users and the public against the dangers of asbestos. An asbestos survey will give you confidence that your premises are a safer place, provide you with your mandatory documentation and also ensure that you comply with COSHH Law and HSE Guidelines for when you are audited by them.
Asbestos Management Plan with Asbestos Action
1
Responsibility
You must define who is responsible for managing asbestos, including any deputies. This is vital for ensuring accountability.
2
Asbestos Register
Maintain a current asbestos register that lists all identified ACMs, their condition, and their location within the building.
3
Asbestos Monitoring
Regularly monitor the condition of ACMs. Any deterioration should be documented, and action should be taken immediately.
4
Communication
Ensure that information about ACMs is shared with everyone who needs to know, including contractors, workers, and safety representatives.
5
Control Measures
Highlight the steps to prevent ACM disturbance, including restrictions on certain types of work and the use of signs to warn of asbestos hazards.
6
Emergency Action
Detail the steps to follow if asbestos is disturbed, including any evacuation plans and the details of an asbestos removal contractor such as us.
Asbestos FAQs
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Asbestos was only fully banned from use in 1999, so if your property was built or refurbished before then, there is a possibility that asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) could be present. Any work using imported materials or refurbishments after 1999 could also contain ACMs.
What happens during an asbestos survey?
We will inspect and sample suspect materials. The samples are then analysed to confirm the presence of asbestos. The location, condition and extent of all Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) and suspected asbestos containing materials identified during the asbestos survey are recorded in the form of an Asbestos Register.
What should I do if asbestos is found?
If asbestos is found on your premises, we can provide you with tailored guidance on the next steps to take. Contact us today for more information.
Are asbestos surveys a legal requirement?
Yes, asbestos surveys are a legal requirement for non-domestic properties and any premises undergoing refurbishment or demolition.
Are you certified?
All Asbestos Action operatives are fully certified in accordance with the HSE and hold British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) to a minimum standard of BOHS P402 (Buildings Surveys and Bulk Sampling for Asbestos (including Risk Assessment and Risk Management Strategies) Proficiency Module.
How do you manage health and safety during a survey?
During inspection and sampling, the area is cordoned off and possible fibre release is minimised to ensure the safety of the surveyors and the building’s users or occupiers. Our operatives carry the correct specialist type of vacuuming equipment to clear up any minor amounts of debris created and also have a full repair kit to fill any holes or marks created if required.
How much does an asbestos survey cost?
Please contact Asbestos Action today for a FREE no-obligation quote.
Why choose us?
10+ Years of Experience
We have 10+ years of experience and provide a complete service for domestic and commercial clients.
Complete Solutions
From surveys to removal, we offer a complete service ensuring your property is safe and compliant.
Fully Certified
We are fully trained and fully certified in accordance with the HSE and hold National General Certificates.
Ready to ensure your safety and compliance with Asbestos Management? Contact Asbestos Action today for your FREE no-obligation quote.
