Asbestos FAQs
Welcome to the Bradley Environmental FAQ Page. Below are a number of asbestos-related questions that we often get asked:
1. What is Asbestos?
2. Why is Asbestos dangerous?
3. Why do we need an Asbestos Survey?
4. What if I don't bother having an Asbestos Survey carried out?
5. Can I survey the building for Asbestos myself?
6. How much will an Asbestos Survey cost?
7. Will I be able to understand the Asbestos report?
8. Are all Asbestos Surveys the same?
9. When did the new Asbestos regulations come into effect?
10. What shall I do about an Asbestos Management Plan?
4. What if I don't bother having an Asbestos Survey carried out?
If you are the duty holder for a commercial property you are liable to prosecution. Failure to comply with the new asbestos regulations may also mean that a prohibition notice is placed on your buildings - effectively closing you down until your workplace is confirmed safe.
5. Can I survey the building for Asbestos myself?
Yes - but only if you are suitably qualified to do so. The regulations state that the asbestos survey must be carried out by a competent person.
Bradley Environmental have the necessary experience, qualifications and UKAS Accreditation to carry out asbestos surveys safely and competently.
6. How much will an Asbestos Survey cost?
That depends on the size and age of your building. We may be able to quote you over the phone or by email if you have sufficient information (i.e.: building plans or measurements). Alternatively we can arrange for a free site visit to provide you with a competitive asbestos survey quotation.
For more information, please click here to contact one of our Asbestos Consultants.
7. Will I be able to understand the asbestos report?
Yes, all our asbestos reports are written with the building manager in mind. If there's anything in the asbestos report that you're not sure about just ask, we'll be happy to explain.
8. Are all Asbestos Surveys the same?
No, there are two different types of Asbestos Survey:
- Management Survey (formally type 1 and type 2 asbestos survey) – Its purpose is to locate as far as reasonably practicable, the presence and extent of any suspect ACMs in the building.
- Refurbishment and Demolition Survey (formally type 3 asbestos survey) – A refurbishment and demolition asbestos survey is needed before any refurbishment or demolition work is carried out.
The type of Asbestos Survey most appropriate will be dependent on client/property specific requirements and will be established during the survey planning phase.
For more information on the different types of Asbestos Survey, please click here.
9. When did the new Asbestos regulations come into effect?
The Control of Asbestos Regulations CAR (2012) came into force on 6th April 2012. These Regulations bring together the three previous sets of Regulations covering the Prohibition of Asbestos, The Control of Asbestos at Work and Asbestos Licensing.
10. What shall I do about an Asbestos Management Plan?
The Duty to Manage asbestos legislation came into effect on 21 May 2004. The duty is not limited to a survey, but specific to safely managing asbestos by the implementation of a vigorous management process. Following the completion and issue of the asbestos survey or register, you should also put in place a suitable asbestos management plan. Don’t worry we can do this for you.
If you would like a quotation or specific information on Asbestos Surveys, please complete our quick contact form in the blue box and one of our consultants will be in touch.
