Asbestos fibre Identification within a Hoover bag

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Our asbestos Laboratory in Fareham was recently asked to analyse samples taken from a Hoover bag. The Hoover had been used to clean out the clients machine cabs, to enable them to assess if their control measures are preventing asbestos from exposing their operators and being carried into their machine cabs.

Our lab is always able to advise and carry out a wide variety of asbestos analysis and surveys.

 

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Envirochem offer UKAS accredited quantification of asbestos in soil.

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Analysis will identify:

  • The presence of asbestos
  • The asbestos product type
  • The percentage of asbestos present within the sample
  • Documented values to enable the client to interpret the results to their specific requirements

Analysis will enable the end user to:

  •  Assist with the determination of the Waste Acceptance Criteria
  •  Identify potential for asbestos exposure adjacent to contaminated land
  •  Identify the total percentage of asbestos present in the sample

Prices start from £25.00 (+VAT)

For further information on analysis of soil for asbestos, please contact us for fast and efficient service on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below; 
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ASBESTOS FIBRE IDENTIFICATION

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ASBESTOS FIBRE IDENTIFICATION

Asbestos Fibre Identification in accordance with our UKAS accreditation and HSG 248.

Envirochem offers a competitive Asbestos Fibre Identification service returning results by email within 24 hours in most cases.

In the United Kingdom, the three most common forms of asbestos are chrysotile (white), amosite (brown) and crocidolite (blue). They are found in common building materials such as insulation board panels, spray coating, bonded cements, gaskets, insulation, textured coatings and vinyl flooring.

Samples can be delivered to our laboratory, or collected by our analysts.

An Asbestos Fibre Identification certificate is produced for each batch of samples analysed, which is available most commonly in PDF format via email.

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BRITISH OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE SOCIETY COURSES

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Envirochem are an approved British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) training provider for a range of asbestos related courses. The following courses are available periodically at our offices, please contact us for more information.

 

  • P401 – Identification of Asbestos in Bulk Samples (PLM)

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of asbestos sample identification using stereo and polarised light microscopy.

  • P402 – Building Surveys and Bulk Analysis for Asbestos

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of building surveying and sampling of asbestos containing materials.

  • P403 – Asbestos Fibre Counting (PCM) – (including Sampling Strategies)

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of fibre counting of asbestos air samples using phase contrast microscopy.

  • P404 – Air Sampling and Clearance Testing of Asbestos

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of air sampling and clearance testing of asbestos during removal work.

  • P405 – Management of Asbestos in Buildings

    Practical knowledge and skills to manage asbestos in buildings and audit asbestos removal projects.

For more information please call us on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below

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ASBESTOS AWARENESS TRAINING

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ASBESTOS AWARENESS TRAINING

In particular, awareness training should be given to all demolition workers and those in the refurbishment, maintenance and similar trades where it is foreseeable that their work will disturb the structure of the building, due to the possibility of discovery and disturbance of potential asbestos containing materials.

Envirochem can provide awareness courses at both our premises in Fareham and Yate, or at a suitable venue supplied by the client. Our courses are compliant with Regulation 10 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations, and can include additional site-specific information if required.

Previous clients have included Wates Construction, Fasset Property and Business Solutions, Holmes of Southampton and Wessex Demolition.

Asbestos in soil quantifiation

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Envirochem offer a wide range of accredited asbestos services, including Asbestos in Soil. The analysis of soil samples, depending on your needs can report;

  • The presence of asbestos
  • The asbestos product type
  • The percentage of asbestos
    present within the sample

Analysis will enable the end user to:

  • Assist with the determination
    of the Waste Acceptance
    Criteria
  • Identify potential for asbestos
    exposure adjacent
    to contaminated land
  •  Identify the total percentage
    of asbestos present in
    the sample.

For more on this and all our services please fill out the form below or call on 01329 287 777.

 

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What to do if you find asbestos in your house

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If the case is you are living in a house which was constructed before 1980, there is a high chance it will have asbestos in it. Unfortunately, asbestos fibres are so fine (700-1000 times finer than that of hair) they are not visible through naked eyes. Therefore the only way to identify them, or find out whether your house actually has asbestos, is to look for probable places asbestos was used and then consult a laboratory and licensed inspector to test it.

If you are suspicious of asbestos being present in your house and want to test for asbestos in your home, call a licensed asbestos inspector. Here at Envirochem will can come out to your property and take a sample of any suspicious material. They will also advise you to take precautions while it is done, such as removing furniture, etc. The sample is  then tested in our UKAS accredited laboratory for asbestos.

For more on our asbestos services please fill out the form below or call us on 01329 287 777

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Envirochem offer the full range of Asbestos Air Monitoring Services geared specifically to meet the requirements of your project, in accordance with HSG 248.

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Our growing fleet of asbestos analysts are provided with fully equipped mobile laboratories allowing for on-site analysis of air samples and instant certification upon completion of analytical monitoring.

Whilst the majority of our workload is undertaken during normal working hours from Monday to Friday, our team of analysts are available for overnight and weekend work. We will always endeavour to assist at short notice with any local emergency situations which may arise.

Reports and certificates are provided on-site in printed format, along with a digital copy of all documentation available via email.

We offer a variety of air monitoring options;

  • Background Air Monitoring
  • Leak Air Monitoring
  • Four Stage Clearance Air Monitoring
  • Reassurance Air Monitoring
  • Personal Air Monitoring

 

For more information please call us on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below;

 

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (RPE) FIT TESTING

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (RPE) FIT TESTING

An inadequate fit will significantly reduce the protection provided by the RPE and may lead to serious immediate and long-term health problems.

The performance of all RPE face pieces, whether operating by negative pressure, power assistance or compressed air, relies heavily on the quality of fit of the face piece to the wearer’s face.

RPE testing

Fit Testing is available on-site or at our laboratory for full-face, half-face, ori-nasal and P3 disposable masks. Additionally we offer training in the correct use of respiratory protective equipment (RPE).

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires all employers to take satisfactory precautions to protect their employees in the workplace.

Under the revised Health and Safety Executive Legislation (2002), fit test reports should be available for all employees who wear respiratory protective equipment (RPE) incorporating tight fitting face pieces. Fit test records should be retained by the employer and be available for inspection upon request.

Regulation 11 of the control of asbestos regulations (2012) states that fit testing of face pieces must be pertained for tight fitting face pieces. Repeat testing is required when changing size or model of RPE, or with significant changes in facial characteristics of the wearer. The HSE recommend that fit retesting be carried out on a regular basis, especially for workers involved in licensed asbestos removals.

Asbestos in soil analysis

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Envirochem offer a wide range of accredited asbestos services, including Asbestos in Soil. The analysis of soil samples, depending on your needs can report;

  • The presence of asbestos
  • The asbestos product type
  • The percentage of asbestos
    present within the sample

Analysis will enable the end user to:

  • Assist with the determination
    of the Waste Acceptance
    Criteria
  • Identify potential for asbestos
    exposure adjacent
    to contaminated land
  •  Identify the total percentage
    of asbestos present in
    the sample.

For more on this and all our services please fill out the form below or call on 01329 287 777.

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