Consider a typical job advertisement for a Trainee Asbestos Surveyor : No experience necessary. GCSEs (or equivalent). Full UK driving licence & DBS check. Positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Flexibility to travel and work away when required. Now, consider the requirements for a Senior Asbestos Surveyor : Minimum 5 years of experience in the role. BOHS P402, equivalent RSPH qualifications, or a Certificate of Competence (CoC). In-depth working knowledge of HSG264: A

The asbestos surveying industry is currently facing a "perfect storm."