Asbestos Services

Our Services

We provide following Asbestos services

Asbestos Survey and Sampling
Asbestos Management
Asbestos Training
Asbestos Abatement

Professional Asbestos Management Solutions

Comprehensive Asbestos Services & Training

EPSCO provides a diverse and well-managed team for Asbestos projects involving Inspection, Management, Abatement, Indoor Air Quality and Training.

We communicate and work with you and your staff to develop a comprehensive approach for your Asbestos project. Our personnel have training and experience in the asbestos field as Asbestos Abatement Workers, Inspectors, consultants, project managers, Indoor Air Quality, and abatement technicians. Our commitment is to provide high quality, personalized and professional services for your asbestos projects.

Our Certified Personnel

Expert Team with International Certifications

Our key Personnel are authorized by US EPA as Trainers. We are Certified by NAETI to carry out Asbestos Abatement as to EPA / AHERA standards as Supervisors and Contractors. We also carry out Asbestos Survey, Management, and Impact Assessment, Abatement per OSHA and/or EPA – AHERA standards. We are certified by NIOSH for Asbestos Air Sampling and Testing.

Our Managers, Supervisors and Hygiene technicians are qualified in:

  • Asbestos Inspector (USA)
  • Asbestos Manager (USA)
  • Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor (USA)
  • Asbestos Indoor Air Quality Manager (USA)
  • Asbestos Project Designer
  • Asbestos Certified Trainer
  • Health and Safety on Asbestos Projects

Training Provided by Accredited Courses:

  • OSHA Asbestos Training "Practices and Procedures" (Asbestos Abatement)
  • AHERA* Supervisor/Manager/Worker/Project Designer (Asbestos Abatement)
  • AHERA Inspector (building survey)
  • AHERA Project Supervisor/Contractor
  • AHERA Certified Designer (Asbestos Abatement)

* AHERA = Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (for USA schools)

Asbestos Survey and Sampling

Professional Material Analysis & Documentation

The survey consists of collecting material samples at various locations throughout the area. The samples will be analyzed by Polarised Light Microscopy (PLM), or Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) from a Reliable Laboratory in Dubai or the USA certified to conduct asbestos material sample analysis. Polarised Light Microscopy will determine the presence, type, and percentage of asbestos contained in the sample.

In order to be fully certain that the area does not have ACM's (Asbestos Containing Materials) in their Buildings, Schools, Plants or vessel, it is recommended that all of the samples that are collected during the survey should be submitted to the laboratory for analysis. These materials should be presumed to contain asbestos until proven otherwise through laboratory analysis.

Common ACM Locations:

  • Roof Panels, Roof tiles, Roof Panel Gaskets
  • Packing, PCB's, Fire Blankets
  • Sinks, Cement, Fume Hoods
  • Pipe Insulation, Surfacing (Artex)
  • Thermal Insulation, Floor Tiles, Mastic (Glue)

If you desire a full set of photographs will be taken during the survey documenting the location of all the areas that will be checked and inspected.

A survey will be done as completed in accordance with existing US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for asbestos.

Survey Process
  1. Initial site assessment
  2. Material sampling collection
  3. Laboratory analysis (PLM/PCM)
  4. Detailed reporting
  5. Photographic documentation
  6. Compliance verification
Key Survey Benefits
  • Comprehensive material analysis
  • Professional laboratory testing
  • Detailed documentation & reporting
  • Compliance with USEPA & OSHA standards
  • Photographic evidence collection
  • Risk assessment & safety planning

Before and After Comparison

Transformation Through Professional Asbestos Management

Before: Asbestos Contamination

Asbestos contaminated area before treatment

Initial Condition: Area contaminated with asbestos-containing materials requiring immediate attention and professional intervention.

After: Safe and Clean

Area after asbestos removal and cleanup

Final Result: Area completely cleaned, decontaminated, and safe for occupancy with all asbestos materials properly removed.

Professional Asbestos Removal Process

Asbestos sampling process
1. Sampling & Testing

Professional sampling and laboratory analysis to identify asbestos presence

Area masking and preparation
2. Area Preparation

Proper masking and containment setup to prevent contamination spread

Decontamination unit setup
3. Safety Setup

Installation of decontamination units and critical barriers

HEPA extraction and final cleanup
4. Final Cleanup

HEPA filtration and thorough decontamination for safety compliance

Asbestos Management

Comprehensive Operations & Maintenance Programs

Depending upon the need of the asset (building/vessel/platform/plant) an Asbestos Register is prepared. This follows the guidelines set out in USEPA/OSHA standards, appropriate work practices should be implemented in the form of an Operations and Maintenance program to safely manage any ACMs determined to be present. Such a programme should document safe working practices used and should include methods for notification of workers/contractors of the presence and location of asbestos materials.

In accordance with USEPA/OSHA rules all personnel who have potential for contacting ACM will require "Asbestos Awareness" training. There should be at least one trained, asbestos O & M person on the vessel at all times, in the event of any accidental ACM disturbance. This person can also provide initial 2-hour Asbestos Awareness training for new crew members.

Management Components
  • Asbestos Register
  • Operations & Maintenance Plan
  • Worker Notification System
  • Regular Inspections
  • Training Program

Asbestos Abatement

Safe Removal & Disposal Services

All Asbestos Abatement work be it partial or complete is done as in accordance with existing US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for asbestos. USEPA currently enforces the National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Pollutants (NESHAP). Federal OSHA sets standards governing worker asbestos exposure during any activity that may disturb identified and suspected Asbestos Containing Material (ACM). The relevant standard for Construction work is 29 CFR – Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.1001 or (CFR) 1915 for Shipyard Workers.

Abatement Process Includes:

  • Containment area setup
  • Negative air pressure systems
  • Proper PPE for workers
  • Wet removal methods
  • HEPA filtration
  • Proper waste disposal
  • Clearance testing

Asbestos Training

Certified Training Programs & Education

Our key Personnel are authorized by US EPA Trainers. We are Certified by NAETI to carry out Asbestos Abatement as to EPA / AHERA standards as Supervisors and Contractors. We also carry out Asbestos Survey, Management, and Impact Assessment, Abatement per OSHA and/or EPA – AHERA standards. We are certified by NIOSH for Asbestos Air Sampling and Testing.

Our Qualified Staff:

  • Asbestos Inspector (USA)
  • Asbestos Manager (USA)
  • Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor (USA)
  • Asbestos Indoor Air Quality Manager (USA)
  • Asbestos Project Designer
  • Asbestos Certified Trainer
  • Health and Safety on Asbestos Projects

Accredited Training Programs:

  • OSHA Asbestos Training "Practices and Procedures" (Asbestos Abatement)
  • AHERA* Supervisor/Manager/Worker/Project Designer (Asbestos Abatement)
  • AHERA Inspector (building survey)
  • AHERA Project Supervisor/Contractor
  • AHERA Certified Designer (Asbestos Abatement)

* AHERA = Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (for USA schools)

Training Benefits
  • Compliance with regulations
  • Improved workplace safety
  • Proper handling procedures
  • Emergency response preparedness
  • Reduced liability