Compliance

All asbestos work requires a clear plan before it begins. This includes risk assessments, method statements and the correct use of protective equipment to prevent fibre release. In some cases, work may fall under notifiable non-licensed work (NNLW), which requires additional steps such as notifying the relevant authority, maintaining records and ensuring medical surveillance for workers. 

Training and competence are central to safe asbestos handling. Anyone working with asbestos must have the correct level of instruction and training to understand the risks and apply safe working methods. This applies to both licensed and non-licensed work, ensuring that materials are handled responsibly and exposure is kept to an absolute minimum. 

Compliance is not just about carrying out the removal itself. It also covers how asbestos is transported and disposed of, ensuring all waste is handled as hazardous material and taken to authorised facilities. Proper documentation is maintained throughout, providing a clear record that work has been completed safely and in accordance with UK regulations.

For property owners, landlords and businesses, compliance provides reassurance. It ensures that asbestos has been managed correctly, reduces the risk of future liability, and provides the necessary documentation should the property be sold or assessed at a later date.