Managing multiple buildings? You need an asbestos inventory and priority plan.
When you manage a portfolio of buildings, hospitals, schools, offices, public facilities, you cannot address asbestos one building at a time. You need a systematic inventory across all properties, a condition assessment for each identified material, and a prioritised management plan.
The inventory documents what materials are present, where they are, and what condition they are in. The management plan then determines: what needs immediate removal, what can be safely managed in place, and what schedule of monitoring and re-inspection is required.
This approach is both the legally required standard and the most cost-effective strategy. It avoids unnecessary removal of materials in good condition while ensuring that deteriorating materials are addressed before they become a health risk.
The Problem
Government entities manage large estates of public buildings, courthouses, administrative offices, civic centres, and service buildings. A centralised asbestos inventory across all properties is both a legal requirement and an operational necessity for managing maintenance safely.
Public accountability demands transparent and documented asbestos management. Elected officials and senior administrators carry personal liability for failures in duty of care. A comprehensive inventory and management plan provides the evidence base for demonstrating compliance.
What You Need
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an asbestos register?
Commission a management asbestos survey from a UKAS-accredited surveyor. The survey report will include an asbestos register documenting all identified or presumed ACMs, their condition, and recommended management actions.
How does an asbestos register protect building occupants?
An asbestos register documents the location, type, condition, and risk level of all known ACMs. It enables informed decisions about maintenance activities, prevents accidental disturbance, and provides essential information to contractors working in the building. Regular reviews ensure the information stays current.
Where is asbestos found in buildings?
Asbestos was commonly used in roofing sheets, floor tiles, pipe insulation, textured coatings, fire doors, and cement panels in buildings constructed before 2000. A professional asbestos survey is the only reliable way to identify all ACMs in a building.
Is it a legal requirement to have an asbestos management plan?
Yes, under Regulation 4 of CAR 2012, duty holders of non-domestic premises must prepare and implement an asbestos management plan. The plan must be reviewed regularly and made available to anyone who may disturb ACMs.
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