Why Construction Firms Rely on Professional Asbestos Surveys
Asbestos is not always obvious — and missing it can be a costly mistake. Many older buildings still contain ACMs hidden behind walls, in soffits, boiler rooms, or even vinyl tiles. If you're in charge of health and safety on a
What Type of Asbestos Survey Do I Need Before Starting On Site?
Confused about which type of asbestos survey applies to your site? You're not alone. It depends on the nature of your works. 🟩 Management Asbestos Survey – If you're simply occupying or maintaining a property, this is the basic requirement.🟥 Refurbishment
Is an Asbestos Survey Required for a Demolition Project?
If you're managing the demolition of a structure built before 2000, UK regulations require you to undertake a demolition asbestos survey – no exceptions. Demolition surveys are invasive by design. They aim to locate all asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within a building.
Do I Need an Asbestos Survey Before Refurbishment Works?
When planning refurbishment on any building constructed before 2000, one of the first questions that should be asked is: Do we need an asbestos survey? If you're a contractor, project manager or site supervisor, the answer is almost certainly yes. Asbestos-containing
What’s Included in a Professional Coal Mining Risk Assessment?
Not all CMRAs are equal. For planning authorities to accept the report, it must meet specific standards. At EnviroSolution, each Coal Mining Risk Assessment is structured to Coal Authority guidelines. Your Report Will Include: Site location plan and boundary reference Review
How a Coal Mining Risk Assessment Can Prevent Costly Delays
Planning officers and building control departments often place conditions on developments in coalfield areas. Without a Coal Mining Risk Assessment, your application may be delayed or rejected outright. Case Study Example We recently assisted a client developing 3 new dwellings on a
Building Near an Old Mine Shaft? Here’s Why a CMRA Matters
Mine shafts and adits can exist beneath or near your proposed building footprint without obvious signs at ground level. If you're developing in a former coalfield, a Coal Mining Risk Assessment helps confirm whether legacy risks need managing. Common Hazards Identified:
Buying Land in a Former Mining Area? Here’s What You Need to Know
Coal mining was widespread across many parts of the UK, including the Midlands, Yorkshire, North East, and parts of Wales. If you're buying land in these regions, a Coal Mining Risk Assessment might be necessary — even for residential developments. What
Do I Need a Coal Mining Risk Assessment for My Planning Application?
If you're preparing a planning application in an area with a history of coal mining, your local authority may request a Coal Mining Risk Assessment. This report is critical for assessing whether historic mining activity poses a risk to your
How Much Does an Environmental Report Cost Before Construction?
Costs for environmental due diligence will depend on the nature of your site and the planning authority’s requirements. For many projects, the first step is a Phase 1 Desktop Study, which typically costs significantly less than intrusive investigations. What’s Included in