ASBESTOS SOFTWARE FOR LICENSED AND NON-LICENSED ASBESTOS REMOVAL

Which Types of Asbestos Removal Projects Are Classed as Non-Licensed?

As the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) states, to be exempt from needing a licence, the work must be:

• Sporadic and of low intensity – to be considered as either of these things, the concentration of asbestos in the air should not exceed 0.6f/cm³ measured over 10 minutes.
• The exposure of workers to asbestos will not exceed the legal control limit of 0.1 asbestos fibres per cubic centimetre of air (0.1f/cm³ – averaged over a four hour period).
• A short, non-continuous maintenance task, with only non-friable materials (materials that are unlikely to release asbestos fibres when worked on or will only release a small amount).
• An asbestos removal task where the asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are in a reasonable condition and are not being deliberately broken up. The asbestos fibres must also be firmly contained within a matrix, e.g. the asbestos is coated, covered or contained within another material, such as cement, paint or plastic.
• An asbestos removal task where the ACMs are in a good condition, and are either being sealed or encapsulated to ensure they are not easily damaged in the future.
• An air monitoring and control task to check asbestos fibre concentrations in the air, or the collection and analysis of asbestos samples to confirm the presence of asbestos within a material.

Which Asbestos Products Don’t Require a License to Remove?

As the HSE stipulates, any decision on whether a particular asbestos removal project is licensable or not is based on the risk. Some non-licensable asbestos products include:

• Asbestos cement products, e.g. roof sheets, guttering, downpipes, fascia, soffit, etc. (provided the material is carefully handled or removed without breaking up, i.e. work with asbestos cement that is weathered but not otherwise substantially damaged).
• Small areas of textured decorative asbestos coatings using suitable dust-reducing methods, e.g. to support the installation or replacement of smoke alarms and light fittings. (Provided this can be done without deterioration of the material).
• Loosely fixed Asbestos Insulating Board (AIB) panels in order to gain access to areas for other maintenance activities, e.g. under a bath to carry out pipework maintenance, or for access to a ceiling void for the repair of lighting. This includes re-attaching the AIB asbestos panels once the work is complete.
• An AIB asbestos door panel with asbestos fire proofing.

How Can Our Asbestos Software for Licensed and Non-Licensed Asbestos Removal Projects Help?

If you run an asbestos removal company that specialises in non-licensed projects, our  asbestos removal software is designed to ensure your team operates safely and remains fully compliant with regulatory requirements.

From real-time site operations tracking and automatic asbestos reports, to personal air monitoring and on-site documentation management – Phoenix Asbestos Software was built BY asbestos removal teams FOR asbestos removal teams, in order to significantly reduce post-project paperwork for a wide range of roles, including supervisors, administration staff and senior management.

Find out how our specialist asbestos software can help streamline your non-licensed asbestos removal projects below!

Real-Time Site Operations Tracking

With years of industry experience at our disposal, our team of seasoned asbestos consultants understands the importance of swift post-project turnaround times. That’s why our specialist asbestos removal software is designed to provide real-time tracking of site operations, streamlining the administration of essential, non-licensable asbestos checks through one, centralised, paperless platform. This includes:

• Exposure checks
• Equipment checks
• Enclosure checks
• And many more!

Automatic Asbestos Reports

Turn those all-important asbestos reports into a real-time, on-site task! Not only does this maximise time spent on site management, but it also accelerates timelines, making for happier clients and more streamlined projects. 

Once your asbestos removal project is complete and has been uploaded to our asbestos management software, Phoenix will automatically write a comprehensive, compliant asbestos report ready to be quality-checked and sent to the client. These reports include:

• Daily checks (enclosures, equipment and exposures)
• Smoke test reports (including photographic evidence)
• Analyst handover form
• Daily Activity Briefings (DABs)
• HAVS exposure records
• Confined space entry records
• Full site logs
• Inductions for site personnel
• And much more!

Reliable Personal Air Monitoring

Our reliable personal air monitoring feature, accessible through the ‘Operatives’ section of our specialist asbestos app, enables the monitoring of individual employee exposure levels for effective trend analysis. This data is captured on a per ACM and per project basis, providing a detailed comparison framework. Additionally, real-time, on-site monitoring supports rapid response to the dynamic conditions commonly encountered during asbestos removal projects.

On-Site Asbestos Documentation Management

Designed as a comprehensive asbestos documentation management solution, our asbestos abatement software streamlines post-project administrative tasks – reducing your team’s workload by up to 60%. This feature allows you to:

• Request project-specific training and equipment certifications
• Instantly access required statutory health and safety forms on-site
• Complete and manage smoke tests, risk assessments, method statements, handover records, and more
• Conduct and record equipment inspections, enclosure assessments, exposure checks, etc.

Book A Free Demo Today!

Phoenix Asbestos Software has been designed to streamline both licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal projects, as well as reduce asbestos removal admin for those working in the industry.

If you’re interested in our comprehensive asbestos removal software, contact us today to book a free demonstration! A member of our friendly and knowledgeable team is always on-hand to discuss any enquiries you may have over the phone, on 01253 228 746, or via email at info@phoenixapp.co.uk. If you’d prefer, leave us a message via the contact form on our website and we will get back to you as soon as possible.