When Is Asbestos Removal Notifiable In Devon?

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was heavily used in the construction and manufacturing industries in the past. It was a popular building material due to its durability and fire-resistance, but it was later discovered to be highly hazardous to human health. Asbestos exposure can lead to serious illnesses such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis.

Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) can still be found in many buildings in Devon and across the UK. If you are considering carrying out any work that may disturb asbestos, it is important to determine whether the work is notifiable or non-notifiable under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.

Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon

Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon is a professional and fully licensed asbestos removal company serving the Devon area. Our team of highly trained experts has many years of experience in handling asbestos-containing materials safely and efficiently.

We understand how important it is to protect the health and safety of our clients, their families, and their employees. That is why we use the most modern and up-to-date techniques to remove asbestos from your property. We are committed to ensuring that your property is safe and free from asbestos-related health hazards.

Work Involving Asbestos

Any work that involves asbestos requires careful consideration and planning. There are two types of asbestos work: non-licensable work and licensable work.

Non-Licensable Work

Non-licensable work involves asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) that are in good condition and are not likely to be disturbed during the course of the work. Examples of non-licensable work include:

• Removing floor tiles that contain asbestos
• Removing cement roof sheets that contain asbestos
• Drilling into asbestos-containing materials

Non-licensable work is notifiable if it involves the removal of more than 10 square meters of asbestos-containing material (ACM) or the work is likely to generate more than 1,000 liters of loose asbestos fibers. In such cases, a Notification of Asbestos Work must be submitted to the relevant enforcing authority at least 14 days prior to commencing the work.

Licensable Work

Licensable work involves higher risk and more hazardous asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) that are likely to be disturbed during the course of work. Examples of licensable work include:

• Removing asbestos insulation board (AIB)
• Removing pipe lagging that contains asbestos
• Removing sprayed coatings that contain asbestos

Licensable work is always notifiable, regardless of the amount of the asbestos-containing material (ACM) involved. A Notification of Asbestos Work must be submitted to the relevant enforcing authority at least 14 days before the work is carried out. Notification must also be made to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) if the work will last longer than 30 days or involve more than 2,000 man-hours.

Examples of Non-Licensed Asbestos Work

There are several examples of non-licensed asbestos work that are notifiable in Devon. These include:

Asbestos Essentials

Asbestos Essentials is a series of free-to-download HSE guidance sheets that provide advice on the key issues associated with non-licensed work, such as:

• Working with asbestos cement
• Working near asbestos insulation
• Working with asbestos ropes, gaskets and textiles
• Working with bitumen products that contain asbestos

Available Asbestos Work

When asbestos is identified in a building, it is important to manage the material carefully to prevent exposure to workers and the public. Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) that are in good condition and are not likely to be disturbed can be left in place and managed.

However, if the asbestos-containing material (ACM) is damaged or about to be disturbed, it must be safely removed by a licensed contractor. Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon is a licensed contractor that can safely remove asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) from your property.

Do You Need Asbestos Removal?

If you suspect that your property contains asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), it is important to have these materials identified and assessed by a professional asbestos surveyor. This will allow you to determine the level of risk associated with your property and decide whether asbestos removal is necessary.

Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon can carry out a thorough asbestos survey of your property and provide you with a detailed report outlining any potentially hazardous materials found. We can also provide you with advice on the best course of action to take to ensure the safety of your property and your family.

Notifiable Cases

Under certain circumstances, even non-licensed asbestos work can become notifiable. For example, if the work is likely to generate airborne asbestos fibers and there is a risk of exposure to workers or members of the public, the work must be carried out by a licensed contractor.

Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) that are in a poor state of repair or are likely to be disturbed during the course of work are also considered to be of higher risk and require licensable work. Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon can handle all types of asbestos work safely and efficiently.

Asbestos Removal Across Devon

Affordable Asbestos Removal Devon provides asbestos removal services across Devon and the surrounding areas. We have the skills and experience necessary to handle all types of asbestos work, from non-licensable work to highly hazardous licensable work.

We are committed to providing our clients with professional and affordable services that ensure their properties are safe and free from asbestos-related health hazards. Contact us today at 01962 458066 to learn more about our services and how we can help you protect your family, your employees, and your property from the dangers of asbestos.