Asbestos Knowledge Empire

In this episode Neil and Ian highlight the importance of utilising asbestos consultants that are local to you and your sites.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the relevance of not being charged per sample during your asbestos survey.

In this episode Neil and Ian go over through what should be included within every asbestos survey report.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the hard-hitting facts surrounding Mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer which is mostly only associated to exposure to asbestos.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the UK government grants for energy saving home improvements and the asbestos risk associated with these types of works.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the issues surrounding removing non asbestos floor coverings. Are they asbestos works? Can they be removed without coming into contact with asbestos?

In this episode Neil and Ian describe one of the biggest dangers an asbestos surveyor will face during their career – Complacency!

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the importance of checking who runs the asbestos company you employ.

In this episode Neil and Ian highlight the importance of asbestos air monitoring. The Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) state the following:

416 Air monitoring to reduce risks from spread of asbestos is required to:

measure the background concentration of asbestos fibres in the work area during work, to check that the control measures are effective;

measure background fibre levels outside the enclosure, particularly when the enclosure is in occupied premises. Check for fibre leaks around the perimeter of the enclosure and at the airlock and bag lock positions. Also conduct testing at the discharge location of the air extraction equipment, where it is sited internally;

measure background fibre levels inside the enclosure when the asbestos work is complete, to ensure that it has been thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated before dismantling;

carry out measurements for reassurance, eg after accidental release of asbestos fibres.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the issues and problems surrounding the removal of asbestos textured coatings.