Project Review: Commercial Asbestos Management Survey – Rayleigh, Essex
Property Type: Two-Storey Commercial Property
Survey Type: Asbestos Management Survey
Date of Survey: 13/12/2024
Project Overview
We recently completed an Asbestos Management Survey for a commercial property in Rayleigh, Essex. This survey was essential to help the property owner comply with health and safety regulations while ensuring the safe management of any asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within the building.
The property, a busy retail and office space in the town of Rayleigh, required a detailed asbestos survey as part of ongoing compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. The goal of the survey was to identify any ACMs present in the building and provide a management plan to ensure they remain safely contained and monitored during everyday use.
Survey Process
Our team of licensed asbestos surveyors conducted a thorough, non-intrusive inspection of all accessible areas of the property. The process included:
- Internal Inspections: Examining office spaces, storage areas, and communal facilities for any ACMs in ceilings, walls, and floors.
- External Inspections: Checking roofing materials, cladding, and outbuildings for potential asbestos content.
- Utility Area Assessment: Inspecting pipework, ducting, and plant rooms where asbestos may have been used in insulation or lagging.
The survey was carried out with minimal disruption to the building’s occupants and operations.
Findings
During the survey, we identified several ACMs, including:
- Asbestos-containing textured coatings (Artex) on ceilings in office spaces.
- Insulation materials with asbestos content in the boiler room.
- Cement panels containing asbestos in the roof structure.
Each ACM was carefully assessed for its condition and the potential risks it posed during normal building use or routine maintenance.
Outcome and Recommendations
Following the survey, we provided the property owner with a detailed report that included:
- ACM Locations and Conditions: Precise documentation of all identified asbestos materials and their current condition.
- Risk Assessments: Evaluation of the risks associated with each ACM and recommendations for their safe management.
- Management Plan: A tailored asbestos management plan, including guidance on monitoring, maintenance, and steps to prevent disturbance.
This survey ensured the property owner had the necessary tools to maintain a safe environment for occupants while remaining fully compliant with asbestos regulations.
Need an Asbestos Management Survey in Rayleigh?
If you’re a property owner or manager in Rayleigh, ensuring the safe management of asbestos is critical. Our team provides reliable and professional asbestos management surveys tailored to your needs. You can contact us at 01375800617 or info@asbestos-surveys-essex.co.uk, or fill out our online form. Let us help ensure your project is safe, compliant, and worry-free.
