When working around asbestos, regular health surveillance isn’t optional, it’s the law. As the only local provider with an HSE‑appointed occupational physician, Pathways Occupational Health delivers fully compliant asbestos medicals widely requested by demolition, refurbishment, construction, and shipbuilding teams across the region.
Who Needs an Asbestos Medical?
Legally required for anyone exposed to asbestos above the control threshold. This includes:
- Licensed asbestos workers
- Individuals working with notifiable non-licensed asbestos work
- Construction and demolition personnel
- Shipyard and marine industry professionals
- Anyone handling asbestos-containing materials
Oversight by an HSE-appointed physician ensures full legal compliance under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
Timing & Frequency You Can’t Ignore
Consistent medical monitoring is non-negotiable for health and legal compliance:
- Initial medical: Within two years of beginning asbestos exposure
- Licensed work: Every 2 years thereafter
- Non-licensed but notifiable work: Every 3 years
- Early and regular assessments are vital to catch early respiratory or vascular changes
What Happens During the Asbestos Medical?
Health Screening by Clinician
A qualified occupational health technician or nurse records height, weight, blood pressure, and medical history, identifying factors like smoking that compound asbestos risk.
Respiratory & Cardiovascular Testing
Spirometry checks lung function, while chest examinations uncover early signs of asbestos-related disease. A physician also performs systems-based checks to catch any vascular changes or symptoms.
Physician Review & Report
Our HSE-approved doctor evaluates all findings, issues an HSE-compliant certificate, and recommends follow-up if needed. A robust Medical Report is added to your secure file.
Certificate Validity & Records on File
- Valid for 2 years for both licensed and non-licensed medicals
- Certificate copies are provided to your employer and retained securely, critical for future roles in construction, demolition, or shipbuilding
- We maintain full documentation for audits, job applications, or compliance checks
Why Contractors & Demolition Teams Choose Pathways
- Local access, HSE-approved expertise – only provider in the region with full physician-level review
- Fast turnaround – efficient 30-minute assessments minimise downtime
- Legally bulletproof compliance – under Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2012
- Comprehensive occupational surveillance – also offers lead, ionising radiation, confined space, HAVS, and more
- High demand from demolition and refurbishment firms – trusted for reliability and speed
Legal Compliance & Worker Wellbeing
Legislation mandates medical surveillance for asbestos exposure, early detection saves lives. Working with Pathways ensures your workforce:
- Detects disease early
- Reduces long-term health risks
- Maintains ongoing legal compliance
- Avoids penalties and site shutdowns
How to Prepare & What to Bring
- Bring photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- A current list of medications
- Wear normal work clothing, no special attire required
Appointments take around 30 minutes. Once complete, you’ll leave with your certificate in hand.
Book Your Asbestos Medical Today
Protect your team and stay legally secure with Pathways Occupational Health, the preferred choice for demolition, construction, and shipbuilding clients needing expert asbestos medicals.
Contact us to arrange your assessment and safeguard both health and compliance.