Asbestos work in commercial property covers duties to manage asbestos in non‑domestic premises, surveying and assessing asbestos materials, and complying with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. A solicitor practising in this area drafts and reviews asbestos management plans, liaises with building owners and duty holders, and negotiates licenses for works. They advise on risk assessments, reporting to regulators, and potential claims arising from exposure or remediation works, including related property transactions and leases.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
The solicitor handles the regulatory framework, the assessment and management of asbestos risks, and the drafting of procedures for contractors, landlords, and tenants under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, as well as related health and safety requirements; they navigate duty-holder responsibilities, decontamination planning, and any consequences of exposure, including potential litigation or enforcement actions by regulators.
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