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Home My WebLink About2560394 - F.I. Received Doc. - Asbestos Survey Report ASBESTOS SURVEY REPORT (Refurbishment / Demolition Survey) Client: Asbestaway Ireland Limited, 6 Westlink Business Park, Wilton, Cork Location: Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan Date: 16th February 2026 Report No. PE26-234 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. Graigueswood, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny Tel: 056 8832414 admin@phoenixe nv.ie Fax: 056 8832950 www.phoenix env.ie RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 2 Client Name: Asbestaway Ireland Limited, 6 Westlink Business Park, Wilton, Cork Property: Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan Asbestos Survey Type: Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Survey Company: Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. Surveyors: Andrew Hickey & John Hickey Testing Laboratory: G & L Consultancy Ltd. Date of Survey: 10th February 2026 Date of Survey Report: 16th February 2026 Report issue: Final Signed: Date: 16th February 2026 This report cannot be used for contractual or engineering purposes unless this sheet is signed where indicated by Surveyor. The report must also be designated `final` on the signatory sheet. Please note that Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. cannot be held responsible for the way in which the Client interprets or acts upon the results. The report must be read in its entirety including any appendices. Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. accepts no responsibility for sub -division of this report. All measurements in this report are approximate and therefore should not be used by the asbestos removal contractor for pricing purposes. The asbestos removal contractors should ascertain for themselves, by site measurements and inspection, the exact nature and extent of the work to be done. The survey information should be used to help in the tendering process for removal of ACMs from the building before work starts. The survey report should be supplied by the client to designers and contractors who may be bidding for the work, so that the asbestos risks can be addressed. In this type of survey, where the asbestos is identified so that it can be removed (rather than to manage it), the survey does not normally assess the condition of the asbestos, other than to indicate areas of damage or where additional asbestos debris may be present. However, where the asbestos removal may not take place for some time, the ACMs’ condition will need to be assessed, and the materials managed. RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Cover sheet ……………...…………………………………………………………………………………......…1 Signatory Sheet ……………………………………………………………….…………………………..…….. 2 Table of Contents ……………………………………………………….………………………………...…...... 3 Summary ……………………………………………………………………………………………….…............4 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………....………...5-6 Appendix A (Asbestos materials in buildings) ……………………………………………….…………….. 7-8 Appendix B (Results of Laboratory Analysis) ..…………………………………………...……….............9-10 Appendix C (Asbestos Data Sheets)……………………………….……………………………………...11-12 Appendix D (Non asbestos containing materials) ………..…..……….…...………….…………….……13-16 Appendix E (Non-accessible locations) ………..…..……….…...………………………………..…………..17 Appendix F (Floor plans & location of asbestos containing materials)…............................................18-20 RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 4 SUMMARY Following a request made by Asbestaway Ireland Limited, we have produced this Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey report for Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan with the aim of finding asbestos containing materials (ACMs) within the scope of the asbestos survey. The scope of the asbestos survey was confined to all accessible areas of the Main Station Building and all associated storage and maintenance sheds within the site boundary which are due for demolition works in the near future. The station was live and in use on the day of the survey. As a result, intrusive sampling and surveying techniques were curtailed to prevent causing damage to the buildings fabric and finishes During the asbestos survey of Monaghan Bus Station, the following asbestos containing materials were identified in the following locations: • Asbestos containing bitumen adhesive was identified on the floors in the main corridor, and kitchen (150 m2 approx.). As the floors could not be fully lifted or cut in the rest of the areas, the asbestos containing bitumen adhesive should be presumed in these areas until the floors can be fully checked when the building is not in use (75 m2 approx. presumed) See Appendix C & F for more detail RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 5 INTRODUCTION Background Asbestos has been used extensively in the building industry for over one hundred years and has proved to be an excellent product for a variety of uses, having many qualities such as insulation, fire and chemical resistance to name a few. Its suitability across a wide range of uses and its relatively cheap cost made it very popular, with over 3,000 different asbestos products having been recorded. The use of asbestos containing materials (ACMs) was most prevalent between the 1950's and 1970's when it provided an economic, easy to use and versatile material. Unfortunately, given the constitution and make up of asbestos it can give rise to microscopic airborne fibres being released into the working environment. The fibres have carcinogenic properties caused by inhalation of the fibres which can get lodged in the lining of the lungs causing disease and death. Scope & Purpose Asbestaway Ireland Limited has commissioned Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. to undertake an asbestos survey at Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan. The aim of the survey was to locate and identify the presence of asbestos containing materials (ACMs) or suspected ACMs. This report provides a record and assessment of the extent and characteristics of ACMs and is based on information made available on the 11th February 2026. This particular survey comprised of a Refurbishment / Demolition Survey, carried out in accordance with Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Exposure to Asbestos) Regulations 2006 – 2025, the 2025 Code of Practice for the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Exposure to Asbestos) Regulation 2006 - 2025, the Health and Safety Executive’s (UK) guidance document HSG 264 (Asbestos: The Survey Guide) and HSG 227 (A Comprehensive Guide to managing Asbestos in Premises). This means that: • As far as reasonably practicable, locate and describe all ACMs in all reasonably accessible areas within the scope of the survey • A sampling programme is undertaken to identify possible ACMs and estimates of the volumes and the surface areas of ACM made • A record of the condition of the ACMs or where additional asbestos debris may be exp ected to be present is produced Refurbishment / Demolition Surveys (formerly type 3 surveys) This type of survey is necessary prior to any refurbishment (including “minor”) or demolition work being carried out. These “refurbishment / demolition” surveys will be much more intrusive and destructive compared with management surveys as their intention is to locate all the ACMs so that they can be removed before the refurbishment or demolition takes place. Refurbishment/demolition surveys are required as necessary when the needs or use of the building changes and the fabric of the building will be disturbed or complex fixed plant and equipment are to be dismantled. RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 6 The purpose of the report is to: • Enable the client to take appropriate precaut ions so that people who work at Monaghan Bus Station during the forthcoming refurbishment works are not exposed to asbestos-related health risks • Provide information to assist the client in developing and implementing an action plan before any refurbishment works or demolition is carried out. Presentation of Findings Data Sheets A series of data sheets have been prepared to provide assessments and recommendations for each of the locations where samples were taken. These data sheets are presented in Appendix C. Figures The schematic diagrams presented in Appendix F at the rear of this document shows the locations of all of the asbestos containing materials detected during the asbestos survey. Caveats All reasonable steps have been taken to ensure that the contents and findings of this report are true and accurate. Though as stated below, further undetected ACMs may still be present within the premises. The client should therefore be aware of his responsibilities for identifying, locating, removing and/or managing all ACMs within the premises, and for notifying the appropriate authorities where necessary. Refurbishment / Demolition Surveys This type of survey employs the use of destructive sampling techniques of an unfamiliar site. Although every effort is made to locate all asbestos containing materials, it is impossible to rule out the possibility that undiscovered asbestos materials may be present. If the building is to undergo major refurbishment or demolition, it is recommended that the persons carrying out the work are made aware of this and take sufficient precautions, as may be appropriate, to ensure the health and safety of their own employees and any other parties who may be affected by the works. RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 7 APPENDIX A ASBESTOS MATERIALS IN BUILDINGS Sprayed coatings applied in Ireland were typically a mixture of hydrated asbestos cement containing up to 85% asbestos, mainly amosite but crocidolite and mixtures have been used. Primarily used for anti -condensation and acoustic control and fire protection to structural steelwork. It is a friable material but if in a good condition and unlikely to be disturbed it presents no immediate danger; however, it is likely to release fibres, if disturbed especially during repair and maintenance work. As it ages the binding medium of sprayed asbestos may degrade with the consequent release of more fibres. Thermal insulation to boilers, vessels, pipe work, valves, pumps etc. also known as hand applied lagging. Lagging may have a protective covering of cloth, tape, paper, metal or a surface coating of cement. All types of asbestos may be found in lagging and the content can vary between 15 and 85% asbestos with the protective papers being up to 100% chrysotile. The likelihood of fibre release depends upon its composition, friability and state of repair, but it is particularly susceptible to damage and disturbance through maintenance work or the action of water leaks. Asbestos insulating boards usually contain between 15 to 40% amosite, although boards may be found to contain other types of asbestos and in other quantities. Insulating boards were developed in the 1950s to provide an economical, lightweight, fire resisting insulating material. As insulation board is semi -compressed it is more likely to release fibres as a result of damage or abrasion. Work on asbestos insulation board can give rise to high levels of asbestos fibre. Asbestos cement products such as in roofing slates, wall cladding, permanent shuttering, flue, rainwater and vent pipes generally contain 10 to 15% of asbestos fibre bounded in Portland cement, some flexible boards contain a small proportion of cellulose. All three types of asbestos have been used in the manufacture of asbestos cement. The asbestos fibres in asbestos cement are usually firmly bound in the cement matrix and will be released only if the material is mechanically damaged or as it deteriorates with age. Ropes and yarns are usually high in asbestos content, approaching 100% and all three types of asbestos have been used in their manufacture. They were used as in the pipe lagging process and in pipe jointing and also for packing materials as in heat/fire resistant boiler, oven and flue sealing or anywhere thermal of fire protection was required. The risk of fibre release depends upon the structure of the material; bonded gasket material is unlikely to release asbestos but an unbonded woven material may give rise to high fibre release especially if when damaged or frayed. Cloth thermal insulation and lagging , including fire resistant blankets, mattresses and protective curtains, gloves, aprons, overalls etc. All types of asbestos have been used in the manufacture but since the mid 60's the majority has been chrysotile, the content of which can be up to 100 %. Millboard, paper and CAF gaskets usually have an asbestos content approaching 100% with all three types of asbestos being used in their manufacture. They were used for insulation of electrical equipment and for thermal insulation. Asbestos paper has been used as a laminate for fireproofing to various fibre panels. These materials are on some occasions not well bonded and will release asbestos fibres if subject to abrasion and wear. RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 8 Bitumen felts and coatings may contain asbestos either bound in the bitumen matrix or as an asbestos paper liner. These materials are not likely to present a hazard during normal installation or use but should be removed and disposed of in compliance with any regulation applicable. Thermoplastic floor tiles can contain up to 25% asbestos, usually chrysotile, PVC vinyl floor tiles and unbacked PVC flooring normally 7 -10% chrysotile and asbestos paper backed PVC flooring the paper backing may contain up to 100% chrysotile. Fibre release is not normally an issue but may occur when the material is cut or subjected to abrasion. Textured coatings . Decorative coatings on walls and ceilings usually contain 3 -5% chrysotile. Fibre release may occur when subjected to abrasion. Mastics, sealants, putties and floor tile adhesives may contain small amounts of asbestos. The only possible risk is from sanding of hardened material when appropriate precautions should be taken. Reinforced plastic and resin composites , used for toilet cisterns, seats, banisters, stair nosings, window seals, lab bench tops, brake shoes and clutches in machines. The plastics usually contain 1 -10% chrysotile and were used in for example, car batteries to improve the acid resistance. Resins may contain between 20 and 50% amosite, but because of its composition fibre release is likely to be low. Nomenclature ASBESTOS FIBRE TYPE COMMON NAMES Chrysotile White Asbestos Amosite Brown Asbestos Crocidolite Blue Asbestos Fibrous Actinolite N/A Fibrous Anthophyllite N/A Fibrous Tremolite N/A RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 9 APPENDIX B RESULTS OF LABORATORY ANALYSIS RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 10 RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 11 APPENDIX C ASBESTOS DATA SHEETS Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 12 PHOENIX ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY LTD. ASBESTOS DATA SHEET Created By Date Site Details Client Name Survey Type Site Ref Building Ref. Survey Date Sample No. Location Survey Company Extent/ Testing Laboratory. Amount Product type Normal occupant activity Extent of damage Likelihood of disturbance Surface treatment Human exposure potential Asbestos type Maintenance activity N/A Covered with compound Chrysotile Bitumen adhesive N/A N/A Low The bitumen adhesive identified on the floor of the station building contains Chrysotile (white) asbestos fibres. Bitumen products contain a small amount of asbestos fibres. The asbestos containing bitumen adhesive should be removed under controlled conditions by an asbestos removal contactor and disposed of as asbestos waste before the demolition works begin See Appendix F for more details Work must be carried out in accordance with Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Exposure to Asbestos) Regulations 2006 – 2025 & the 2025 Code of Practice for the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Exposure to Asbestos) Regulation 2006-2025 Priority assessment score: N/A TOTAL SCORE: N/A Risk Material assessment score: N/A MATERIAL ASSESSMENT PRIORITY ASSESSMENT CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS N/A Andrew Hickey 16th February 2026 Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan R/D Asbestos Survey 11.2.2026 BS 250338 PE26-234 Main station building Floor areas G & L Consultancy Ltd. Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. Asbestaway Ireland Limited 225 m2 approx. RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 13 APPENDIX D NON-ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS Metal roof cladding Plastic water tanks & plasterboard ceilings RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 14 NON-ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS Insulation on the hot water cylinder Modern boiler unit RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 15 NON-ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS Modern cladding on the toilet block Floor tiles sampled in the drivers canteen area RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 16 NON-ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS Perspex sheeting on the shed to the rear of the site Modern insulated shed RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 17 APPENDIX E NON-ACCESSIBLE LOCATIONS • The station was live and in use during the asbestos survey . Intrusive sampling was kept to a minimum as is the case with most surveys in live buildings so as not to damage the integrity of the building and its finishes. • No fixed floor finishes such as ceramic tiles, modern marmoleum or timber floor finishes were lifted or inspected. The floors in the live retail area could not be lifted fully. • No inspection was carried on flues, ducts, voids and similar enclosed areas, the access to which would necessitate the use of specialist equipment or tools, or which would have caused damage to decorations, fixtures, fittings or the structure of the building • No inspection of live electrical or mechanical plant, pipe work or similar requiring the attendance of a specialist engineer was carried out. All electrical and mechanical equipment was treated as live • No underground services or confined spaces were surveyed • No inspection of any areas requiring specialist access equipment other than telescopic ladder was carried out • Samples have not been taken where the act of sampling would endanger the surveyors or affect the functional integrity of the item concerned • All contractors working on site should always remain vigilant to the possibility that other asbestos containing materials may be concealed within the fabric of the building or equipment. If any suspect asbestos containing materials are uncovered during the course of the work, works must stop in that area and the suspect material should be sampled and analysed immediately for the presence of asbestos RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 18 APPENDIX F FLOOR PLANS & LOCATION OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 19 SITE PLAN Schematic diagram only Not to scale 16th February 2026 Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan Areas within the scope of the asbestos survey RECEIVED: 29/07/2026 Asbestaway Ireland Limited Monaghan Bus Station Refurbishment/Demolition Asbestos Survey Report 16th February 2026 Phoenix Environmental Safety Ltd. 20 STATION BUILDING - FLOOR PLAN Schematic diagram only Not to scale 16th February 2026 Monaghan Bus Station, North Road, Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan Areas where asbestos containing bitumen adhesive was identified Areas where asbestos containing bitumen adhesive was presumed RECEIVED: 29/07/2026