Occupational Management Consultants Ltd Asbestos Contract Management Services Capabilities Document Unit 8 Hoyers Industrial Park 517 Leeds Road Huddersfield West Yorkshire HD2 1YJ Office Tel: 01484 425043 Office Fax: 01484 425044 WWW.om-consultants.info Mr Philip McGregor-Cheers Mobile: 07969 874271 Mr Mohammed Imtiaz Mobile: 07837 436116 SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 1 of 12
Contents 1. Introduction 2. Personal Profiles 3. Asbestos Management Services 4. Applied Standards SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 2 of 12
1.0 Introduction The following details set out OMC s partners experience and contains extracts from OMC documented procedures to undertake surveying, sampling and assessment of ACM s. 1.1 OMC is a limited liability company and is independent of any other company, (OMC certificate of Incorporation N 7364856 and VAT registration N 138 0145 36). 1.2 OMC is a UKAS accredited laboratory and is accredited to ISO 17020 and ISO 17025 for testing and Site Inspection. In addition, OMC hold SafeContractor accreditation, Construction Line and CHAS accredited. 1.3 OMC s Directors have been providing independent safety and environmental management solutions for a wide range of industries and have in excess of 47 years combined experience in Asbestos Surveying, testing and Asbestos Management. 1.4 OMC s senior partners, have diverse experience of working alongside Clients in all industries and markets. OMC prides itself on delivering a totally comprehensive solution. All procedures are based on those within the OMC Quality Manual and Technical Training Procedures. The Manual is part of the company's comprehensive quality control system. Copy of OMC s Quality Manual and Technical Training Procedures shall be made available upon request. 1.5 OMC business activities are in Asbestos Surveying, Analytical Monitoring & 4-Stage Clearance Testing, Asbestos Project Management and providing advice. 1.6 It is the policy of OMC to employ technical staff on a direct basis and as employees of the company. 1.7 OMC carries Employers, Public and Professional Indemnity insurance as detailed below: Employers Liability 10,000,000.00 Public Liability 5,000,000.00 Professional Indemnity 5,000,000.00 (See appendix I) 1.8 OMC is not associated with any asbestos removal contractors but are independent specialists in Asbestos Survey, Project Supervision and Expert Witness services. SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 3 of 12
1.9 All OMC staff employed to undertake Asbestos Surveys and Reporting are experienced in the disciplines of surveying and materials sampling. Survey staff holds either the BOHS Certificate of Competence in Asbestos S301 and/or BOHS Proficiency Certificate in Building Surveys and Bulk Sampling of Asbestos P402. 1.10 OMC Directors have previously had experience in the compilation of detailed asbestos abatement and removal specifications including full Project Management ranging in value from 500 to 1 Million. 1.11 OMC are participants in the Regular Inter-laboratory Counting Exchange Scheme (RICE). 1.12 OMC are participants in the AIMs (asbestos in materials proficiency scheme). OMC SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 4 of 12
2.0 Personal Profiles 2.1 M R Imtiaz (Director) 2.1.1 Qualifications: B Tech HND Physical Science (Chemistry) BOHS Certificate of Competence - S301 Asbestos & Other Fibres module modules BOHS Certificate of Proficiency in Asbestos - P402 Building Surveys and Bulk Sampling, and P405 Management of Asbestos in Buildings modules Managing Safely Certificate, Institution of Occupational Safety & Health CDM Planning supervisor course CSCS Construction Skills Certification Scheme CCP (Asbestos) Certified Competent Person 2.1.2 Career to date: 2.1.3 Experience: 2012 to date: Director, OMC Ltd 2007-2012: Partner / Deputy Quality Manager, OMC LLP 2005-2007: Contracts Director, OHS LTD 1995-2005: Quality / Project Manager, OHS Ltd 1990-1995: Asbestos Analyst / Surveyor, OHS Ltd Over 23 years experience in the field of asbestos identification and management Joined OHS in 1990 as an Asbestos Analyst, responsible for supervising and monitoring asbestos abatement works; subsequently trained as an Asbestos Surveyor and Project Manager Supervision and monitoring of asbestos abatement works. Provision of consultancy support to clients reviewing programmes of asbestos risk management Responsibility for numerous asbestos surveys and significant asbestos management projects ranging in value from 1,000 to multi-million pound schemes for multi-site organizations SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 5 of 12
Client and Project Manager for survey programme of large National Health trust incorporating parallel teams of surveyors Project management role included the production of comprehensive specifications, along with full tender evaluation and management of on-site works. Worked with clients ranging from Dowty Aerospace Group, HSBC plc, Astra Zenecca and Northern Foods Group Presentation of multi-media training seminars to manufacturing and property sector clients Provision of New operative and refresher training in compliance with the requirements of chapter 4 of HSG 247 to a Turkish based construction company Extensive knowledge and understanding of legislation in relation to both asbestos issues and general health and safety Liaison with relevant statutory enforcing authorities and associated companies on multi-disciplinary project works detailed knowledge of CDM systems Whilst holding the position of Quality Manager at OHS, worked closely with industry-accrediting body, UKAS, to manage and develop improved quality and training systems. Extensive experience of quality management, BSI and UKAS systems Fully conversant with UKAS accreditation requirements covering ISO:17020 and 17025. Authorised to carry out sampling of bulk materials Authorised to undertake Management and Refurbishment and Demolition asbestos surveys and provide material / priority assessments in accordance with the requirements of HSG 264 and HSG 227 respectively SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 6 of 12
2.2 Philip McGregor-Cheers (Director) 2.2.1 Qualifications: BSc, Biological Science BOHS Certificate of Competence in Asbestos - S301 Asbestos & Other Fibres module BOHS Certificate of Proficiency in Asbestos - P402 Building Surveys and Bulk Sampling, and P405 Management of Asbestos in Buildings modules IOSHH Managing Safely Certificate, Institution of Occupational Safety & Health CDM planning supervisors Course CCP (Asbestos) Certified Competent Person NEBOSH General National Certificate (Credit) CSCS Construction skills certification scheme 2.2.2 Career to date: 2.2.3 Experience: 2012 to Date: Director, OMC Ltd 2007-2012: Partner / Technical Manager, OMC LLP 2005-2007: Operations Director / Asbestos Group Manager, OHS Ltd 1990-2005: Regional Manager / Asbestos Group Surveying Manager, OHS Ltd 1988-1990: Senior Environmental Scientist / Project Surveyor, OHS Ltd 1986-1988: Senior Environmental consultant, Harry Stangers Ltd 1984-1986: Technical Sale officer Lasers and Optics, Davin Optics Ltd 1981-1984: Assistant Hotel Manager, Dorridge London Ltd Over 27 years experience in the field of asbestos identification and management Management of asbestos surveying operations, and the supervision and monitoring of asbestos abatement works. Provision of consultancy support to clients reviewing programmes of asbestos risk management SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 7 of 12
Quality management role in signing off technical asbestos reports for presentation to clients Day-to-day responsibility for developing new surveying software management systems and portable hardware. Input to field trials in liaison with software programmers; co-ordination of user programme Responsibility for OHS asbestos operations in the North West region dealing with major clients and overseeing all asbestosrelated projects and enquiries. Day-to-day responsibility for the Manchester office. Client base included, United Utilities, Kerry Foods, BAE Systems (Operations), Calderdale MBC, Dana Glacier, Carlsberg Tetley, BP Marketing and Refining, BP Air, BP Lpg, Rank Group Gaming Division and GMPTE Client and Project Manager for survey programme of large industrial manufacturing plant on behalf of international automotive corporation - survey programme incorporating parallel teams of surveyors Client and Project Manager for survey and asbestos management programme of a large oil and distribution plant based in Turkey carried out on behalf of a UK based company Client and Project Manager with OHS for asbestos consultancy works undertaken for a public transport corporation serving Manchester and the North West works including asbestos surveys, air monitoring, site supervision and environmental consultancy Experience of project managing asbestos remediation projects ranging in value from 1,000 to 5M, working with major clients in both the manufacturing and property management sectors Specialist experience of the production of comprehensive asbestos removal specifications, along with full tender evaluation and report procedures Recognised by clients and within the industry as an asbestos specialist, with extensive knowledge and understanding of legislation in relation to both asbestos issues and general health and safety. Extensive liaison with enforcement agencies on behalf of clients, and all interested parties Presentation of multi-media training seminars to manufacturing and property sector clients; liaised with clients internal training departments to ensure programme addresses requirements SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 8 of 12
Provision of New operative and refresher training in compliance with the requirements of chapter 4 of HSG 247 to a Turkish based construction company Fully conversant with UKAS accreditation requirements covering ISO:17020 and 17025. Authorised to carry out sampling of bulk materials Authorised to undertake Management and Refurbishment and Demolition asbestos surveys and provide material / priority assessments in accordance with the requirements of HSG 264 and HSG 227 respectively 3.0 Asbestos Management Services 3.1 The scope of OMC asbestos management services includes: Asbestos surveys (HSG 264 Compliant) Analytical Air Monitoring and 4-Stage Clearance Testing Compilation of Specifications and Tendering Asbestos Policies and Action Plans Asbestos Management Expert witness Training (Asbestos Awareness and Non-Licensed) 3.1.1 OMC believes that it is important to develop partnerships with clients to ensure continuity and quality of service, and in doing so will get a better understanding of the client s needs and how best to service their requirements. SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 9 of 12
4.0 Applied Standards Survey Requirements Independent and impartial asbestos consultancy as required by HSG264 OMC Qualification OMC is a privately owned limited company with in excess of 47 years experience in Asbestos Surveying, testing and Asbestos Management. OMC is not associated with any other laboratory, removal contractors or their trade associations. OMC partner s experience, knowledge and reputations in the marketplace are as leading consultants for the provision of Independent specialist asbestos surveying, project management, and In providing expert witness services. Management and Refurbishment and Demolition Surveys OMC are a UKAS accredited laboratory for the following aspects of its surveying in accordance with HSG 264 and documented Quality Manual and in-house Technical Procedures. - Management Surveys - Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys - Material Assessments - Risk Assessments - Re-Inspections Sampling ACMS in accordance with HSG 264, HSG 248 and CAR by a competent person in order to prevent the potential exposure to asbestos and prevent cross contamination during sampling due to incorrect techniques OMC Surveyors are trained in the correct sampling procedures under HSG 248 SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 10 of 12
Survey Requirements OMC Qualification Training for Surveyors, HSG 264 All OMC Surveyors and analysts are qualified and trained by both internal and external measures to meet the following requirements: Sampling ACMs Management and Refurbishment and Demolition surveys S301/Oral: Asbestos and other fibres P402: Buildings Surveys and Bulk Sampling for asbestos HSG 248 Asbestos in bulk materials Health & safety, HSG 264 Risk Assessments OMC are able to compile suitable and sufficient risk assessments ahead of site work. Through provision of in-house Health & Safety training, provided to OMC Asbestos Surveyors, amendments to Risk Assessments can be made locally where additional hazards are identified during site investigations. Carry out surveys in accordance with recommended guidelines OMC Quality Manual and Technical procedures for surveying are in accordance with: HSG 264 HSG 248 OMC Quality Manual and Technical Procedures SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 11 of 12
Survey Requirements Bulk Sampling Strategy OMC Qualification OMC bulk sampling strategy has been adopted from HSG 264 and the Department of the Environment, Trade and Regions (DETR) "Asbestos and MMMF in buildings". Quality Assurance Procedures, HSG 264 The following OMC surveying and testing activities are to be found in the OMC Quality Manual and Technical Procedures: - training - surveying - bulk sampling of ACMs Air monitoring and bulk analysis of samples by UKAS accredited Laboratory OMC in compliance with CAR 2012, are UKAS accredited for carrying out bulk and air sample analysis and 4-Stage clearance testing. Assessment and Management, HSG 264 OMC partners have in excess of 47 years combined experience in compiling safe management systems for retained asbestos containing materials. Presentation of Results, HSG 264 and Reporting Requirements OMC can provide both written and an electronic Asbestos Management Database to record all specified requirements of the survey, and future reinspection details. All subsequent updates to the database will automatically save and archive historical data for any future reference. Evidence for HSE Full evidence of the above are maintained and can be provided to the HSE on request. SLS 005 Issue 2, Dated October 2012 Page 12 of 12