Vermiculite has long been associated with asbestos, causing many homeowners and businesses to question the safety of this material. But, is this a myth? Does vermiculite contain asbestos?What Is Vermiculite Insulation? Firstly, vermiculite is a naturally-occurring,...
Asbestos Re-Inspections
Asbestos re-inspections are important parts of an asbestos management plan, wherein surveyors will re-assess the condition of your existing asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) that have been left in situ, due to their good-quality condition.
Re-inspections are vital, as ACMs left in situ must be inspected on a regular basis, to ensure their condition does not worsen. Our expert team of licensed asbestos specialists will be able to advise you on how often these inspections must occur, the likelihood of exposure, etc.
Read all of the latest news, blogs, updates and advice about asbestos re-inspections here!
The Truth About Asbestos Sampling Kits
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) states, “the only way to confirm if a suspect material contains asbestos fibres is to obtain and analyse a sample of it”. But, is DIY, at-home sampling the way to go? Here’s the truth about asbestos sampling kits.What Are Asbestos...
Common Places to Find Asbestos in the Home
Despite the use of asbestos being banned in the UK in 1999, the material can still be found in many homes and businesses today. If you own a home or commercial property that was built before the year 2000, there is a chance it may still contain asbestos. Pillars...
What Was Asbestos Used For?
Asbestos is an umbrella term used to describe several naturally occurring fibrous minerals that have crystallised to form fibres. These fibres are resistant to heat and fire, as well as chemical and biological degradation. The material’s mechanically strong properties...
The Legalities of Asbestos
The legalities of asbestos are very important to understand as a dutyholder of commercial, industrial and shared domestic premises. Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations (2012), the duty to manage the presence and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs)...
What is an Asbestos Register?
An asbestos register, also known as an asbestos risk register, is a vital paper or electronic document which holds key information about the presence (or presumed presence) of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within a building or premises. A key part of an...
Job Opportunity – Asbestos Surveyor
Pillars Environmental are a family-run Asbestos consultancy business based in the North West, operating throughout the UK. We have the opportunity for an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to join our team and can offer an immediate start. Asbestos Surveyor Job...
What is an Asbestos Re-Inspection Survey?
If you have ever required an asbestos survey to be undertaken at your commercial or residential property, there may be a chance that you’ve come across an asbestos re-inspection survey too. Alongside refurbishment & demolition (R&D) surveys and asbestos...
Top 3 Asbestos Re-inspection Questions Answered!
You may be required to undertake an asbestos re-inspection on your property, but what is a re-inspection and what does the process entail? Our asbestos experts have answered the top 3 questions we get about asbestos re-inspection in this blog, so keep reading to find...