Asbestos Surveys For Pubs

Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Surveys For Pubs

One of two types of asbestos surveys we carry out at Pillars Environmental, a Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Survey (or an R&D survey) is legally required for buildings that have significant maintenance, refurbishment/renovation or demolition plans scheduled to take place at the premises. This can apply to the whole building or just one area.

The aim of an R&D survey is to locate any asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) present before the building is refurbished. This is because significant maintenance, renovation or demolition works can disturb ACM fibres, causing them to be released into the air. When inhaled, these fibres can pose serious health risks (e.g. mesothelioma, asbestosis, lung cancer, etc.)

An R&D survey generally adopts a visual and invasive testing procedure in order to thoroughly inspect all areas that could contain ACMs, which means the premises must be vacant at all times during the survey. If our consultants suspect a material may contain asbestos, our team will take a small sample of the product in line with HSG264 Asbestos: The Survey Guide. These samples will then be sent to an independent, UKAS-accredited laboratory for testing. These tests will confirm the presence, type and condition of the potential asbestos at hand.

Asbestos Management Plans For Pubs

An Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) outlines how you will manage the risk of asbestos at your pub, ensuring that yourself, your staff and your customers are safe. 

Our AMP services track and maintain, label, or remove asbestos-containing materials on-site, providing a clear record of their presence. It’s designed to guide you in meeting your legal obligations and managing asbestos risks in a safe and effective manner. Our AMPs detail the necessary actions and follow-up steps required, giving you all the tools you need to stay compliant.

Your personalised plan will include specific timelines for each task, based on priority and material risk assessments. It also outlines key responsibilities, the asbestos register, any past asbestos removal works, and the level of communication needed to ensure effective management. Additionally, it will specify any necessary training to help maintain a low asbestos risk moving forward.

Asbestos Re-Inspections For Pubs

Depending on the condition of any ACMs identified within your pub, they may be safe to leave alone, provided regular compliance checks are conducted. This is where our Asbestos Re-Inspection services come in. We understand that health and safety regulations are constantly evolving, which can make it challenging for dutyholders to stay on top of everything. Our re-inspection surveys give you peace of mind, ensuring your pub remains fully compliant with the latest legislation.

Asbestos re-inspection is often recommended as part of an Asbestos Management Plan, serving as a way to assess any ACMs left in situ at your pub. This is particularly important for premises built before the 1980s, as older buildings are more likely to contain ACMs that could have deteriorated, as well as have outdated inspection reports.