Business Details
Expert Asbestos Testing & Consultancy Services
Established in 1858, Pattinson Scientific has built a reputation as a trusted provider of asbestos-related analytical and consultancy services. Our UKAS-accredited laboratory and inspection body deliver impartial, technically rigorous solutions to industry, local authorities, and private clients across the UK. With a team of fully qualified specialists holding British Occupational Hygiene Society certifications, we combine decades of experience with adherence to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ISO/IEC 17020:2012 standards.Our services span asbestos sampling, identification, air monitoring, removal project management, and training through the Independent Asbestos Training Providers (IATP) network. Clients consistently commend our interpretive reporting, compliance expertise, and client-focused approach to complex asbestos challenges. We maintain flexibility in our methodologies while upholding strict impartiality as independent specialists in asbestos management and remediation.
Services
Sampling and identification
Asbestos removal
Auditing service
Training
Air monitoring
Surveying
Management
Health and safety
Other services
Highlights and features
- Established in 1858 with continuous asbestos expertise
- Dual UKAS accreditation for laboratory and inspection services
- Impartial project management of asbestos removal operations
- Comprehensive service portfolio from sampling to remediation
- Team holds BOHS proficiency modules for technical disciplines
Associations and certifications
- UKAS
- IATP
What people say
Technical expertise
Clear reporting
Regulatory compliance support
Impartial advice
Accurate analysis
Services
Asbestos removal
We provide impartial project management for asbestos removal operations. Our specialists ensure compliance with current legislation through rigorous oversight of licensed removal works. Clients benefit from our technical expertise in coordinating safe, legally compliant remediation processes while maintaining independent oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
Sampling and identification
Our UKAS-accredited laboratory conducts comprehensive sampling and identification of asbestos in bulk materials. Using advanced analytical techniques, we provide accurate classification of asbestos types to support risk assessments. Clients receive detailed reports that meet regulatory requirements while ensuring clear interpretation of findings for effective decision-making.
Air monitoring
We perform air monitoring and fibre counting to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards. Our services include pre-removal baseline measurements, clearance testing, and ongoing exposure monitoring. Clients receive precise quantification of airborne asbestos fibres through phase contrast microscopy analysis conducted in our accredited laboratory facilities.
Auditing service
Our independent auditing service covers licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal works. We conduct pre-removal audits, process compliance checks, and post-removal re-inspections. Clients gain assurance through our impartial verification of control measures, documentation accuracy, and adherence to regulatory frameworks throughout the remediation process.
Training
As members of IATP, we deliver comprehensive asbestos training programs. Our courses cover awareness, surveying, and removal management delivered at our Newcastle facility or client premises. Participants benefit from practical instruction aligned with current regulations, equipping them to manage asbestos risks effectively in various workplace environments.
People
Karl Reid
Technical Director
With extensive experience in asbestos analysis and management, Karl oversees technical operations. He ensures compliance with UKAS standards and maintains the laboratory's accreditation. His expertise spans fibre counting methodologies and analytical quality control systems.
Chris Gilliead
Health and Safety, and Operations Director
Responsible for operational compliance and safety protocols, Chris manages field operations and client projects. He ensures adherence to health and safety regulations while coordinating technical teams across multiple asbestos management assignments.
Questions
What asbestos services do you offer?
We provide sampling, identification, air monitoring, removal project management, compliance audits, and training services for asbestos management.
Are you UKAS accredited?
Yes, we hold dual UKAS accreditation (No. 0635 for laboratory testing and No. 0307 for inspection services) to ISO/IEC standards.
How long have you operated?
We have been providing asbestos services since our establishment in 1858, with continuous technical expertise in the field.
Do you offer training courses?
As IATP members, we deliver asbestos training at our Newcastle facility or client premises throughout the UK.
Can you manage asbestos removal projects?
Yes, we provide independent project management for asbestos removal operations ensuring compliance with current legislation and safety standards.