Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal VS Licenced Asbestos Removal
What is the difference between Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal VS Licenced Asbestos Removal
In our previous blogs, we’ve discussed the what’s and why’s of dealing with Asbestos. We would like to take the time to explain how’s keeping in mind the risk associated with the type of asbestos present on your properties or work site. Asbestos is divided into four risk categories ‘High risk’, ‘Medium-risk’, ‘Low-risk’, and ‘Very Low-risk’ Asbestos. These distinctions are made after the initial Asbestos survey and Asbestos testing has been conducted and removal has been authorized.
Furthermore, depending on the level of risk associated a Licensed or Non-licensed Asbestos Removal might be required. This Blog discusses the distinction between the two.
The lists below highlights examples of types of material containing Asbestos
Medium-High Risk Asbestos Containing Material (ACM)
Asbestos Coating/ Spray Coating
Asbestos Thermal Insulation
Loose Fill Asbestos
Asbestos Insulating Board
Or any Asbestos product likely to exceed the control limit
Very Low-Low Risk Asbestos Containing Material (ACM)
Asbestos floor tiles/coverings
Asbestos bitumen
Asbestos cement (Good condition)
Small scale asbestos textured coating
Asbestos products NOT likely to exceed the control limit
Sporadic Low-Intensity Short Duration Works
Encapsulation Of Asbestos
Lists below highlight the licences and requirements for the handling of Asbestos:
Requirements for Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal
Fully trained staff
Insured to undertake Asbestos work
Asbestos survey of required areas
Medical and face fit testing
Hazardous Waste License
Requirements for Licenced Asbestos Removal
Asbestos license from HSE
Fully trained staff
Insured to undertake licensed works
Accredited / Vetted
Asbestos survey of required areas
Below are the Paperwork Requirements for each Category of Work
Paperwork Requirement for Licenced Asbestos Removal
Risk Assessment and Method Statement
ASB 5 notification to HSE
Completion Paperwork
4 Stage Clearance with Air Monitoring
Hazardous waste consignment note
Update of Asbestos Management Plan
Paperwork Requirement for Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal
Risk Assessment and Method Statement
Statement of Cleanliness
Hazardous Waste Consignment Note
Update of Asbestos Management Plan
The Equipment Requirements for Licensed and Non-Licensed Removals
Equipment Requirement for Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal
Full RPE/PPE
Enclosure (May be required)
Segregation from others on site
Suppression and H-Vac
Equipment Requirement for Licenced Asbestos Removal
Decontamination Unit
Injection Equipment (may be required)
Negative Pressure Units
Full RPE/PPE
Full Enclosure
H-Vac and Suppression
Segregation from others on-site
Examples of Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal and Licenced Asbestos Removal
Examples of Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal
Asbestos Floor Tiles
Asbestos Cement
Asbestos Bitumen
Asbestos Textile
Asbestos Garage Roofs
Asbestos Corrugated Sheeting
Asbestos Roof Felt
Asbestos Textured Coatings
Examples of Licenced Asbestos Removal
Asbestos Spray Coating
Asbestos Thermal Insulation
Asbestos Insulating Board
Asbestos Loose Fill Material
When it comes to the cost of removal, Non-Licenced Asbestos Removal tends to have a lower price. This is due to the reduced requirements and associated completion checks. Whereas the cost of Licenced Asbestos Removal is significantly higher due to increased safety requirements, associated paperwork and independent checks.
Our local teams can assist with any of the following asbestos-related works
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Asbestos in Soils
Re-Inspection and maintenance near me
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