Analysts Guide for Sampling, Analysis and Clearance Procedures

The HSE published its asbestos analysts guide back in March, reports Thames Labs. After much consultation, the HSE issued the document with a key addition - Within the new guide, a cap has been placed on the number of bulk samples an individual can analyse in a single day and, for some types of material, this can be as low as 20 samples.

In recent weeks, all UKAS-accredited laboratories have had to outline how they will comply with this change to UKAS. The overall result of this is likely to be an increase in the cost of sample analysis.