Decision details

To appoint Tersus Consulting Ltd under a five year term, to undertake asbestos surveying and associated duties in line with the attached Tender Report.

Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 CBC has a duty to manage asbestos in non-domestic areas such as the communal areas of blocks, this includes for surveying such areas to determine the presence and condition of any asbestos containing material and for holding an asbestos register and making this available to those who may come into contact with asbestos.

Under the Landlord and Tenant Act, Housing Act, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act Defective Premises Act and The Environmental Protection Act CBC is responsible for ensuring that homes are safe and fit to live in whilst under the Health and Safety at Work Act CBC has a duty to ensure the safety of those undertaking works within their properties.

We have procured a new 5 year term contract to ensure that we can continue to undertake asbestos management and refurbishment surveys as required, together with reinspection of identified asbestos materials to ensure they remain in good condition and if not to inform remediation measures.

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