RAMS, CPP & Site Documents for Asbestos Removal Contractors
Asbestos removal is one of the most heavily regulated activities in UK construction. Your RAMS must demonstrate full compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations — there is no room for error.
No card needed · Used by UK asbestos removal contractors · CDM 2015 compliant
Built for Asbestos Removal Contractors
Real work, real hazards. Here are examples of what The Site Book creates RAMS for:
Licensed asbestos removal (notifiable work)
Removal of asbestos insulation board, lagging, or sprayed coatings — covers full enclosure, decontamination units, air monitoring, and HSE notification under CAR 2012.
Non-licensed asbestos removal (NNLW)
Removal of asbestos cement sheets, textured coatings (Artex), and floor tiles — covers controlled wetting, bagging, PPE selection, and waste disposal procedures.
Asbestos encapsulation and management
Sealing or enclosing asbestos-containing materials in situ — covers surface preparation, encapsulant application, labelling, and management plan updates.
Asbestos surveys and sampling
Management, refurbishment, and demolition surveys — covers sample collection, RPE selection, working in confined spaces, and laboratory chain of custody.
What You Get
Job-specific RAMS
Describe your job and get professional risk assessments covering asbestos fibre inhalation and other trade-specific hazards.
Construction Phase Plans
CDM 2015 compliant CPPs created from your job description. Covers management arrangements, risk control, welfare, and emergency procedures.
COSHH Assessments
Smart substance search and SDS upload. Pre-loaded with common asbestos removal contractor substances like asbestos fibres (chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite), pva encapsulant, wetting agents.
Site Inductions
Digital induction sign-offs for every worker on site. Linked to your CPP and site rules. Works on any phone or tablet.
Worker & subcontractor tracking
Track certifications, insurance, and CSCS cards. Get alerts before documents expire. One view for all your workers.
Digital document sharing
Share your full document pack with clients, principal contractors, or inspectors via a secure read-only link. No login needed on their end.
Common Hazards We Cover
These are the real risks asbestos removal contractors face on site every day. Your RAMS will address each one with specific control measures.
- Asbestos fibre inhalation — exposure to airborne asbestos fibres causes mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer, often with a 15–40 year latency period
- Cross-contamination — fibres can be carried on clothing, tools, and vehicles to other areas, exposing unprotected workers and occupants
- Decontamination failures — inadequate shower procedures, damaged suits, or poor enclosure integrity allow fibre release
- Working in confined and difficult access areas — asbestos is often found in ceiling voids, ducts, boiler rooms, and crawl spaces
- Heat stress — full RPE and disposable coveralls in enclosed work areas cause rapid overheating and fatigue
- Waste handling — asbestos waste must be double-bagged, labelled, and transported by a licensed carrier to a licensed tip
Key Regulations & Standards
Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012) and HSE Approved Code of Practice L143
All asbestos work must comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Licensed work (asbestos insulation, sprayed coatings, and asbestos insulation board) requires an HSE licence, 14-day notification, and independent air monitoring. Non-licensed work must still follow CAR 2012 controls, including COSHH assessment, appropriate RPE, and proper waste disposal. All workers must hold asbestos awareness training as a minimum, with operatives on licensed work requiring full Category A training. CDM 2015 applies to all asbestos removal as part of construction work.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do asbestos removal contractors need RAMS?
- Yes — and they must be extremely detailed. Asbestos removal is among the highest-risk activities in construction. Licensed work requires a full plan of work submitted to the HSE 14 days before starting. Even non-licensed work (such as removing asbestos cement or Artex) requires RAMS covering fibre control, RPE selection, waste procedures, and decontamination. Principal contractors and clients will not allow asbestos work to proceed without comprehensive RAMS.
- How long does it take to create RAMS for asbestos removal?
- Under 5 minutes with The Site Book. Describe the job — for example, 'non-licensed removal of asbestos cement roof sheets from a single-storey garage' — and the AI generates RAMS covering controlled wetting, RPE requirements, safe sheet lowering, double-bagging waste, and disposal routes, specific to your project.
- Does The Site Book cover CAR 2012 and HSE licensing requirements?
- Yes. The Site Book generates RAMS that reference the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, the HSE Approved Code of Practice (L143), and the distinction between licensed and non-licensed work. It covers notification requirements, RPE selection (minimum FFP3 for non-licensed work), air monitoring triggers, and the documentation trail required for waste disposal.
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