Interview with Spectra Analysis’ Angela Chouaib on changes to UK asbestos regulations.
Refurbishment and Demolition Surveys have been carried out as ‘Type 3’ surveys since the introduction of MDHS 100 in July 2001. This document provided advice and methodology for surveyors engaged in all asbestos survey types. However, the guidance for Type 3 Surveys was nominal which inevitably led to varying degrees of inspection procedures by the surveying companies.
The Health & Safety Executive have now issued Asbestos: The Survey Guide (HSG264)1 which was published on January 29th January 2010. The new guidance is specifically aimed at surveyors who carry out asbestos surveys and those who commission the surveys. (Client / Duty Holders)
The client/duty holder has been given more guidance in the selection of the inspection body/surveyor and their own responsibilities under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 reinforced.
In this exclusive audio interview, Spectra Analysis’ Angela Chouaib explains the changes and what they mean to UK demolition contractors undertaking asbestos-related work. Just hit the play button (below) to listen.
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