Cube Surveys Ltd

• 1: Home
• 2: About Us
• 3: Benefits
• 4: Equipment & Techniques
  • 4.1: Radio Detection RD4000
  • 4.2: MALA Easy Locator GPR
  • 4.3: IDS–Detector – GPR System
  • 4.4: Ridgid SR20
  • 4.5: Topcon GTS 825A Robotic Total Station
  • 4.6: Health & Safety Equipment
• 5: Services
  • 5.1: Instant Site Mark-Out
  • 5.2: Electronic Trial Pits / Slit Trenches
  • 5.3: Full Utility Mapping
• 6: Clients
• 7: Asbestos Surveys
  • 7.1: Process
• 8: Vacancies
• 9: News
• 10: Contact Us

Asbestos Surveys Process

The basic stages in the process are:
Find out if and where asbestos is present, how much and in what condition.
OR
Presume unknown material is asbestos unless there is strong evidence that it is not AND make and keep a record of the location and conditions of the material.

There are options available – all asbestos does not automatically have to be removed.
If it is in good condition it may be left in place and a management system introduced to keep a check on it. If the material is in poor condition then it could be sealed or enclosed – or it may be removed, using a contractor licensed by the HSE.

If left in situ the asbestos must be identified and managed in a combination of ways to avoid accidental exposure. This can include labelling, instruction to personnel and even permit-to-work systems. The management plan must consider all people who may come in contact including not just employees but service engineers and the emergency services.

Actual removal of asbestos material which, as stated, must be done normally by a licensed contractor. After the work is finished there must be an air clearance certificate issued by an accredited analyst which indicates that the relevant area is safe for re-occupation for unprotected workers. Both the contractor and the analyst must follow strict procedures contained in HSE documents.