Posted By Tony O'Keefe Tony, I myself had considered carrying out site surveys for the company I work for and enroled on the BOHS P405 course (Proficiency in Managing Asbestos in Buildings). This was a very good starting point, which prompted me not to carry out the surveys myself. The reason is that I would only be able to conduct type 1 (presumptive) surveys, which I belive would not have given me enough information to produce suitable and sufficient risk assessments or to produce a management policy. I don't know if you or other members of your organisation have the competence to conduct type 2 surveys which would/should provide you with all the information you need. though I seem to remember reading I believe it was in MDHS 100 that anyone undertaking sampling or surveying Should: Have appropriate training; Be able to demonstrate independence, impartiality and integrity; and Have an adequate quality assurance procedure. With the above in mind this work was contracted out, and now a programme of surveys is underway. Before commiting yourself to this a quick cost benefit analysis may prove it is cheaper to have this contracted out, I am normally the type to carry out as much as possible in house but as they say know your limitations. PS I HAVE NO AFFILIATION WITH ANY SURVEYING COMPANY OR SIMILAR Regards Tony

Posted By NIGEL REE I totally agree with the last two postings, the BOHS 402 should be the minimum qualification, and dont forget the P.I. insurance to cover the surveying. Nigel