Non‑Licensed Asbestos Removal

Certain asbestos work can be carried out without an HSE licence because the risk of fibre release is lower. To qualify, the work must be sporadic and of low intensity, with exposure less than 0.6 fibres per cubic centimetre of air over a 10‑minute period and not exceed 0.1 fibres per cubic centimetre averaged over a 4‑hour period.

Examples of non‑licensed tasks include removing asbestos cement sheets, drilling small holes in textured coatings, taking small samples for analysis or encapsulating asbestos‑containing materials. Even though a licence is not required, these works must still be carried out by trained personnel following the correct procedures to prevent contamination.

When is Non‑Licensed Removal Appropriate?

• Removal of asbestos cement sheets, soffits or gutters
• Drilling or cutting small openings in textured coatings
• Encapsulating ACMs to prevent fibre release
• Taking samples for laboratory analysis
• Other low‑risk, short‑duration tasks where exposure is minimal

If you're unsure whether your project requires a licence, contact our team for expert advice. We can assess the risk, plan the work safely and ensure compliance with HSE regulations.

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