Asbestos Management Survey – Essential for Duty Holders
The Asbestos Management Survey is a legal requirement for those responsible for managing non-domestic premises. This survey is designed to locate and assess materials that could potentially be disturbed during the building’s normal day-to-day activities, such as routine maintenance or occupant traffic—especially in high-traffic areas like retail spaces.
Unlike more intrusive surveys, the Asbestos Management Survey involves surface sampling and minimal disturbance, making it ideal for assessing areas accessed during light maintenance tasks (EG changing light bulbs, inspecting loft spaces, or checking above suspended ceilings).
How We Can Help
Our Asbestos Management Surveys may involve minor intrusion, but the level of disturbance will depend on the specific property and what is reasonably practicable. Once the survey is complete, we provide a comprehensive report detailing the location, type, and condition of any asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) found.
Our surveys also include a risk assessment, identifying the condition of ACMs and evaluating the potential for fibre release if disturbed. This helps you prioritise which materials need immediate management to mitigate risks.
While the Asbestos Management Survey covers routine and simple maintenance work, a more detailed Pre-Refurbishment Asbestos Survey is required for extensive repairs or refurbishment.
Why Choose Us?
We are a UKAS accredited inspection body (No. 0291) and UKAS accredited testing laboratory (No. 1155) for asbestos surveys and for the analysis of bulk samples. Our in-house testing laboratories allows us to offer fast, accurate analysis and reporting.
Our expert team of asbestos surveyors is experienced in delivering smooth project execution on-site, backed by our award-winning asbestos management software, TEAMS. This software provides you with free access to manage your asbestos risks in real-time, offering full transparency and control over your asbestos management process.
What Will Your Asbestos Management Survey Report Include?
Our detailed report will cover:
- The location of any asbestos-containing materials
- The type of asbestos found
- The condition of the materials
- Recommendations for asbestos removal or remedial works
If asbestos is identified, our Asbestos Removal Project Management team can guide you in planning the next steps to ensure full compliance with regulations.
Your Responsibilities as a Duty Holder
As a duty holder, you are legally required to manage asbestos risks in compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations (CAR) 2012. Properly managing asbestos risks is essential to protecting building occupants and avoiding potential health hazards.
Our asbestos management consultants can assist you in:
- Developing and updating asbestos management plans
- Implementing documentation control systems
- Performing policy reviews to ensure ongoing compliance
Key Facts About Asbestos in Buildings
- Asbestos only becomes a danger when its fibres are disturbed and become airborne.
- Buildings constructed before 2000 may contain asbestos.
- Non-domestic properties must have an asbestos survey and maintain an asbestos register, regularly updating it as needed.
- Preventing asbestos exposure is crucial in avoiding asbestos-related diseases and fatalities.
- Failure to properly manage asbestos in a commercial building could result in prosecution, unlimited fines, or imprisonment if individuals are exposed to asbestos fibres.
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