Refurbishment Surveys as per HSG264 – UKAS Accredited. This type of survey is required prior to any refurbishment projects; from major refurbishment to small scale minor works and including other such works as cabling, upgrade and installation work or building repair / maintenance work. This survey is designed to access those areas which are normally inaccessible therefore it is intrusive by its nature. The planning is critical to ensure any damage and making good is agreed upfront.

Reinspection Surveys of known asbestos materials – UKAS Accredited. An annual condition check of all identified and presumed ACMs to re-assess their presence and condition; ensuring your records are kept up to date. We recommend to also attempt to inspect any ‘No Access’ or ‘Limited Access’ areas to generate a more complete register.

Bulk Analysis of material samples for asbestos fibre identification at our head office laboratory – UKAS Accredited. We can accept samples delivered to the lab or we can send one of our Surveyors to take the samples for you.

4-Stage Clearance / Certificate of Re-occupation following asbestos abatement works – UKAS Accredited

 

Project Management of Removal Works: usually based on our survey report & recommendations however we can also manage works as recommended by others or as requested by the client.

These works are usually licensed however can also be non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed (NNLW).

Phase1 – produce a removal specification, invite and escort Licensed Removal Contractors for site visits, review the tender submissions and make recommendations to award work.

Phase2 – our Analyst is on site for the works and will carry out pre-work air samples and enclosure checks, witness the smoke-test then issue a Permit to Work. Then carry out all necessary air testing including Backgrounds, Leaks, Personals, Clearance and Reassurance tests.  Our Analyst is there to support the Supervisor and monitor the control measures whilst ensuring the works are carried out as per the agreed Method Statement. Our Analyst is not legally required to be on site for the full duration of the works (the Removal Contractors’ Supervisor is there for that) but we are there to help monitor the works and conduct an adequate air sampling strategy; this is particularly important in an occupied building, or for a large, complex or unique job or on a sensitive site.  Our Analyst is on site to help identify and rectify any problems during the work and ultimately, in the final stages, authorise the area as adequately clean and fit for re-occupation. Some clients prefer a full-time attendance from us whereas other jobs/clients may dictate a part-time attendance; we will advise the most effective option.

Phase3 – compile a Works Completion Report which includes the survey report, specification, RAMS, Analysts paperwork and waste note. If you are one of our managed account Clients, we would update your Survey Report / Register and upload all to the Omega Vault bringing everything around full circle to retaining compliance.

A survey of land to be cleared and/or developed – surface sampling and depth sampling of soils to determine asbestos presence and quantity.

A thorough site assessment of your chosen removal contractor, from paperwork, RAMS, training, kit, to job set-up and observed working practices. We cover licensed work, NNLW and non-licensed work. How else do you measure that you have contracted a competent supplier on your site?

There is a lot of legislation, ACOPs and Guidance to be aware of and comply with; it’s our job to serve and guide you. We offer free advice to anyone – just ask!

An Asbestos MOT….let us evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your existing compliance policy and procedures. Every year you must review how well you are managing your asbestos.