Asbestos Management Plans

Asbestos Management Plans define the procedures for identifying, managing, and controlling asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in a building or facility.  It is a legal obligation to have one. The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 requires dutyholders to prepare and implement a plan to manage any ACMs in their premises. We offer advice and consultancy to help our clients full their
legal duties.

Who is responsible for managing asbestos?

The duty to manage asbestos in non-domestic premises lies with those who are accountable for the safety of the people using the building. This is the person or organisation clearly in charge of maintenance and repairs.  Non-domestic premises include industrial, commercial and public buildings such as factories, warehouses, offices, shops, hospitals and schools.

The management plan

We advise you on your legal duties and prepare and maintain an asbestos management plan which enables you to fulfil those duties.  The plan includes the following elements:

  • Asbestos Policy Statement
  • Management Plan
  • Asbestos Register
  • Responsibilities and Duties,  including clearly defined roles and a management structure flow chart
  • Procedures, including the provision of information to anyone liable to disturb ACMs, including contractors and emergency personnel
  • Training Arrangements, to equip your staff and duty‑holders with the knowledge and skills to manage asbestos effectively.

The Asbestos Register records the location, type, quantity, and condition of all ACMs in the premises.  It is created and maintained by asbestos surveys.

Consultancy for dutyholders

We can help you to understand your legal obligations, and to find the most effective way of meeting them.  If you already have a Management Plan in place we can help you ensure it is fit for purpose. As well as helping you write or update your Management Plan we can help you with all aspects of asbestos management, including surveys, training, consultancy and project management.

We work with a wide range of non-domestic premises, including:

  • offices
  • shops, retail outlets and warehouses
  • schools and universities
  • healthcare facilities
  • manufacturing plants

Asbestos management system

Our online asbestos management system is used to record, track and maintain data about your properties. It can store all of your historical asset management data incorporating your asbestos register.

How often should an asbestos management plan be reviewed?

An asbestos management plan should remain up to date and reflect how your premises are used and maintained. The Health and Safety Executive recommends reviewing the plan at least every 12 months, or sooner if changes could affect how asbestos risks are managed.

An earlier review may be needed following:

  • Building alterations, refurbishment or changes in how rooms are used.
  • Damage to asbestos-containing materials or deterioration in their condition.
  • The discovery of previously unidentified asbestos.
  • Asbestos removal, repair or encapsulation work.
  • Changes to the people responsible for managing asbestos.
  • An incident that highlights weaknesses in existing procedures.

The review should check that the asbestos register is accurate, responsibilities are clearly assigned and planned actions have been completed. It should also confirm that staff and contractors can access the information they need before starting work that could disturb asbestos. Reviewing the management plan is separate from inspecting the condition of asbestos-containing materials. Your plan should include a monitoring schedule, with inspection intervals based on the condition of the materials and the likelihood of damage or disturbance.

Global Environmental can help you review and update your asbestos management plan, ensuring it continues to support effective asbestos management and your legal responsibilities.

Next steps

If your premises were built before 2000, they may contain asbestos. Contact Global Environmental to discuss your building and arrange expert advice on identifying asbestos, managing the risks and meeting your legal responsibilities.