Asbestos Bulk Analysis Across the UK
Our highly trained and experienced staff hold all the qualifications and accreditations needed to ensure our services are provided in full accordance with current legislation and industry best practice.
The Testing Lab PLC conducts UKAS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited asbestos testing nationwide for domestic, commercial and industrial buildings across England, Scotland and Wales.
All asbestos samples are analysed in our purpose-built UKAS accredited laboratory by experienced BOHS P401 (or equivalent) qualified analysts, based at our National Control Centre in Doncaster.
We also participate in the Asbestos in Materials Scheme (AIMS) proficiency testing programme run by the Health and Safety Executive’s laboratory, providing external verification of our performance and helping ensure consistently accurate results.
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UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 accredited asbestos testing laboratory
UKAS accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 demonstrates that our asbestos testing laboratory operates to recognised international standards for competence, impartiality and consistent, reliable results.
For our clients, this means:
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Your samples are analysed using validated methods aligned with HSE guidance HSG248 – Asbestos: The Analysts’ Guide
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Results are subject to robust internal quality control
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Performance is regularly assessed via independent proficiency testing (AIMS)
Choosing a UKAS accredited laboratory is widely recognised as best practice when assessing materials for asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
What is asbestos bulk analysis?
Asbestos bulk analysis is the laboratory process used to determine:
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Whether asbestos is present in a suspect material sample; and
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If present, which asbestos type(s) (e.g. chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite) it contains.
Typical materials submitted for bulk analysis include:
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Ceiling and wall boards (AIB, textured coatings)
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Pipe lagging and thermal insulation
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Floor tiles and bitumen adhesives
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Cement products (roof sheets, soffits, flues, gutters)
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Roofing felts and mastics
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Gaskets, ropes and fabrics
Analysis is carried out in accordance with HSE guidance HSG248 – Asbestos: The Analysts’ Guide, using established microscopy techniques and rigorous quality assurance procedures.
Please complete our online request a call back form by clicking the “Call Me” button, and we’ll respond promptly.
What will my asbestos bulk analysis report include?
Your asbestos bulk analysis certificate / report will clearly identify:
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The sample ID and any location / description provided
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Whether asbestos is detected or not detected in the sample
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The type(s) of asbestos present, if detected (e.g. chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite etc.)
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Any non-asbestos fibres / materials noted
Where bulk analysis supports a wider asbestos survey, results are incorporated into the inspection report and asbestos register, helping you understand:
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Which areas were inspected
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Which materials are non-suspect
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Where asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) have been identified and what types they contain
We can also provide standalone bulk analysis certificates where required – for example when contractors or clients simply need to confirm whether specific suspect materials contain asbestos.
Fast asbestos sample testing turnaround times
We understand that asbestos results are often required quickly to keep projects moving and to control risk.
We offer a range of turnaround options (subject to capacity):
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Premium 4-hour turnaround
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Standard 24-hour turnaround
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“While you wait” analysis at our laboratory (by prior arrangement)
All options use the same accredited methods and quality processes – the difference is simply how quickly you need your results.
How to submit asbestos samples for testing
We can receive asbestos samples for bulk analysis via:
Important: Handling and sampling of suspected ACMs should only be carried out by competent persons with appropriate training and equipment. If you are unsure, contact us and we can arrange safe sampling by one of our surveyors.
Why choose The Testing Lab PLC for asbestos bulk analysis?
UKAS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited testing
Independent assurance of our competence and the reliability of your results.
Experienced specialist analysts
BOHS P401 (or equivalent) qualified staff with extensive experience across a wide range of material types.
Participation in AIMS proficiency testing
Regular external performance assessment through the HSE’s Asbestos in Materials Scheme (AIMS).
Purpose-built laboratory
Modern facilities at our National Control Centre in Doncaster, designed specifically for asbestos testing.
Flexible turnaround
4-hour, 24-hour and same-day options to suit your project deadlines.
End-to-end support
Integrated with our asbestos surveys, air monitoring, re-inspections and removal support, helping you manage risk from initial identification through to remediation.
Areas we cover
From our National Control Centre in Doncaster, we deliver asbestos bulk analysis across:
- Yorkshire & Humberside
- North East & North West
- East Anglia & East Midlands
- London, South East & South West
- West Midlands, Scotland & Wales
Wherever you’re based in England, Scotland or Wales, our local surveyors can attend your site quickly and cost-effectively.
Frequently asked questions about asbestos bulk analysis
Our Accredited Testing Services
Dear The Testing Lab PLC,
Many thanks for your prompt and professional asbestos survey report service, I would not hesitate to recommend your company in this regard.
This must be an absolute record for getting a report back, considering the surveyor arrived around 3pm – very well done!
Thank you for the very quick response for the quote and scheduling the survey. There’s never any fuss, and always straight forward. Thanks again.
Thank you for offering such a prompt turnaround for ACM testing and for your courteous service in doing so – I had a nervous client to placate and knowing the report would be back with them in such a short time was very reassuring to them, and for no more than a basic service from the competition!
Bradley, thank you for your efforts at short notice today, please pass on our gratitude to your surveyor Tim who did your company proud!
Thank you very much for the air sampling results – and please accept our grateful thanks for resolving this issue so quickly and for the promptness of the report.
Your analyst, Lee, was very helpful and his suggestions and advice appreciated.
We would have no hesitation in recommending The Testing Lab and will be in touch soon with regards arrangements for a full asbestos survey for the rest of the site.
TTL have been working directly as my analyst for the last 12 months on a very complex asbestos removal scheme, they have achieved all of their KPI’s without fail and on a number of occasions surpassed their SLA in acting for us on planning issues associated with the demolition in regard to contamination which cannot be removed as part of the normal sequence of operation.
There reports are always issued within timescales and they have policed the reports by the Licensed asbestos contractor faultlessly sometimes in very difficult circumstances.
