ACMs (Asbestos Containing Materials) may be present if your building was constructed or refurbished before the year 2000, however blue and brown asbestos was banned in 1985 and in some cases ACMs, such as asbestos cement were used up until 1999.

A risk assessment is essential to help you comply with the new duty. The Asbestos Group will carry out a survey and once complete it will be presented in a fully bound report comprising a risk assessment and management of asbestos strategy. This will act as your asbestos register and a log for any ACMs present in your building. It is the foundation of the 'Duty to Manage Asbestos' regulations within your premises.

Asbestos is often hidden from view