What Are Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys?
Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys (or R&D Asbestos Surveys) are one of two types of asbestos surveys we carry out at Pillars Environmental, formerly known as Type 3 Asbestos Surveys.
As the name suggests, Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys (R&D Asbestos Surveys) must legally be carried out on buildings that have maintenance, refurbishment/renovation or demolition plans due to take place at the premises. This can apply to the whole building or just one area. The aim of Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys is to locate any asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in the property before any refurbishment or demolition works are undertaken. This ensures that any ACMs found are not disturbed in the process. If any ACMs are broken, they can release asbestos fibres into the environment and these have the potential to cause serious health issues for those exposed. Some of these health issues can include, but is not limited to, mesothelioma (a type of cancer that affects the lining of the lungs), asbestosis and pleural thickening.
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The Process of Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys
Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys have one main aim:
- Find the location of any present ACMs and assess the extent.
The Pillars Environmental asbestos consultants will use their expertise to undertake a thorough visual and intrusive inspection of all areas that could contain any suspected ACMs. If we find a material we suspect contains asbestos, we will take a small sample of the product (in line with HSG264 Asbestos: The Survey Guide).
These samples are then sent to an independent UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) accredited laboratory for confirmation. The laboratory will confirm if the materials do contain asbestos, what type of asbestos and the condition the materials are in.
The asbestos inspection process during Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys is much more intrusive than the methods used in an Asbestos Management Survey and therefore, the areas that need to be inspected must be vacant at all times, allowing our team of asbestos contractors to have full access.
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Smart Choice Dental Construction Ltd.The Legalities of an Asbestos Survey
The Control of Asbestos Regulation 2012 (section 4) states that there is a “legal duty to manage the risk of asbestos in non-domestic premises”. This includes, but is not limited to, shops, offices, hospitals or schools. This also applies to multi-occupancy premises such as flats. This duty to manage is an essential role to keep all who enter the premises safe from asbestos exposure. You can fulfil your duties with an R&D Asbestos Survey from Pillars Environmental asbestos consultants.
The Asbestos 4th Edition from RICS (May, 2021) expresses the importance of knowing the difference between refurbishment and demolition when seeking a survey from asbestos consultants. Refurbishment can include redecoration or the removal of walls and other internal structures. Demolition (of part, or all of a property) will require a different degree of an R&D Asbestos Survey to refurbishments. Therefore, it is important that you describe the extent of the work being undertaken to our asbestos contractors.
The use of asbestos-containing materials was banned in 2000 and therefore, for any structure built pre-2000, there is a chance that asbestos-containing materials can be found within the property. If your property was built after 2000, the risk of ACMs being found is greatly reduced, however not obsolete. Read more on the legal obligations surrounding asbestos here.
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Commercial and Domestic Refurbishment & Demolition Asbestos Surveys
Demolition or refurbishment of a commercial or domestic property requires in-depth planning to ensure the safety of those on-site. R&D Asbestos Surveys can help you achieve this. This type of asbestos survey is a legal requirement for any renovation or demolition project, and can help you establish whether:
a) The property is free of any asbestos-containing materials.
b) The property contains ACMs (which can now be handled correctly).
The requirements for commercial and domestic asbestos surveys remain very similar, with the key focus being to locate any ACMs before any scheduled maintenance, refurbishment or demolition work commences. Pillars Environmental asbestos consultants have over 30 years of experience working safely with asbestos, and are well equipped to carry out thorough Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys on a wide range of sites.
Want to Find Out More About Our Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys?
The Pillars Environmental team of asbestos consultants includes many experienced and knowledgeable asbestos professionals. We proudly hold the Acclaim Accreditation and Construction Line Accreditation for health and safety, and quality services. We ensure all of our asbestos surveys are completed to a high standard to help duty holders, such as building owners or facility managers, remain fully compliant in their duties to manage the risk of asbestos within their building. We also conduct this service as part of our commercial asbestos surveys, click here to find out more. You can also view some of our previous projects and successes in our case studies portfolio. If you would like a free quote for a Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Survey, get in touch today.
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Areas We Offer R&D Asbestos Surveys
ASBESTOS
SURVEYS
Fully HSG264-compliant asbestos surveys. Here at Pillars Environmental, we can carry out both refurbishment and demolition surveys and asbestos management surveys.
ASBESTOS
MANAGEMENT PLAN
Helping to shape your commitment to asbestos obligations, our asbestos management plans can give you the tools you need to ensure asbestos is controlled and safe for occupancy.
ASBESTOS REMOVAL
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Asbestos removal and remediation projects can be complex. Our professionals can manage the project on your behalf to ensure safety and compliance at all times.
