Asbestos Knowledge Empire

In this episode Neil and Ian highlight the importance of utilising asbestos consultants that are local to you and your sites.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the relevance of not being charged per sample during your asbestos survey.

In this episode Neil and Ian go over through what should be included within every asbestos survey report.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the hard-hitting facts surrounding Mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer which is mostly only associated to exposure to asbestos.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the UK government grants for energy saving home improvements and the asbestos risk associated with these types of works.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the issues surrounding removing non asbestos floor coverings. Are they asbestos works? Can they be removed without coming into contact with asbestos?

In this episode Neil and Ian describe one of the biggest dangers an asbestos surveyor will face during their career – Complacency!

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the importance of checking who runs the asbestos company you employ.

In this episode Neil and Ian highlight the importance of asbestos air monitoring. The Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) state the following: 416 Air monitoring to reduce risks from spread of asbestos is required to: measure the background concentration of asbestos fibres in the work area during work, to check that the control measures are effective; measure background fibre levels outside the enclosure, particularly when the enclosure is in occupied premises. Check for fibre leaks around the perimeter of the enclosure and at the airlock and bag lock positions. Also conduct testing at the discharge location of the air extraction equipment, where it is sited internally; measure background fibre levels inside the enclosure when the asbestos work is complete, to ensure that it has been thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated before dismantling; carry out measurements for reassurance, eg after accidental release of asbestos fibres.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the issues and problems surrounding the removal of asbestos textured coatings.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the ever so increasing casual approach to asbestos risk and asbestos management.

In this episode Neil and Ian announce their FREE Asbestos Management Training available at  https://www.acorn-as.com/asbestos-management/. This training is for anyone who works in and around asbestos at their sites and for anyone who has to manage asbestos.  The training includes information on: Desktop study Surveys Assess the risk Asbestos Management Plans Action Plan & Asbestos Works Asbestos Tender Process Education and Sharing of Info Asbestos Reviews and Reinspections How to achieve this Additional Learning Resources How to contact us if you feel you need help

In this episode Neil and Ian talk through some of the basic points that should be included in an asbestos surveyor's plan of works.

In this episode Neil and Ian talk about some of the weird locations and uses of asbestos that they’ve encountered over the years.

In this episode Neil and Ian provide some tips on how you should be planning your next asbestos refurbishment survey.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the underlying issues which may be present with asbestos surveying companies and asbestos removal companies that are under one roof.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the problems and issues surrounding the removal of asbestos floor coverings.   There are a number of different asbestos floor coverings some include: Vinyl, Thermoplastic, Paper backed linoleum, Screeds, Bitumen, Adhesives, Damp proofing on floors.  Some of the key issues include: Modern coverings over the top / layers and layers stuck on top of the asbestos floor covering The asbestos floor covering has been screeded over Asbestos containing bitumen adhesive used to adhere the asbestos floor covering down. Skirting board and walls, kitchen cupboards etc fitted over Asbestos floor covering pinging everywhere Mechanical equipment required to lift the asbestos floor covering.

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss what do you do if you don’t have the budget to sort out your asbestos. Briefly you’ll need to Assess the risk first Can you isolate the asbestos are / lock off areas. Prevent people getting near to the asbestos Put procedure in place the control access and works. No go and permit to work areas. Put a plan in budget for next year Get an asbestos consultant on board early to help in managing this whole process Have air monitoring completed regularly to show the areas are safe and not being disturbed

In this episode Neil and Ian talk about asbestos inspections in confined spaces. A confined space is a place which is substantially enclosed (though not always entirely), and where serious injury can occur from hazardous substances or conditions within the space or nearby (e.g. lack of oxygen). Some examples of confined spaces include: Boiler rooms, Ducts, Under Croft’s, Silos, Basements / Cellars, Manholes, Tunnels. The most important thing you should do is to assess the risks. Example equipment you may need to enter confined spaces may include: Rescue lifting Tripod, Escape BA kit (one piece hooded), Gas detection monitor, Radios, Lighting, Barriers, Coveralls, 3 person working team

In this episode Neil and Ian discuss the 3 important things that highlight you may have the wrong asbestos consultant on board. You may have the wrong asbestos consultant if... You have to babysit them They’ve got their own interest at heart They don’t know you or your systems