Membership Information

What is ACAD?

The acronym ACAD stands for Asbestos Control and Abatement Division. ACAD is a trade association representing anyone in the Asbestos & Asbestos Removal Industry. We are a division of the Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA). ACAD was set up with the express intention of improving conditions in the industry and is still ongoing.

Objectives

ACAD’s main aims and objectives are to:

• Improve overall Health & Safety standards within the industry
• Provide asbestos training to the industry
• Act positively to promote best working practices
• Provide accurate information to members and the industry as a whole
• Work closely with statutory bodies such as the Health & Safety Executive and the Environment Agency.

What services do ACAD offer?

ACAD provides its members with a collective voice to represent their interests on all matters affecting the asbestos industry. We offer technical and legislative support and deliver occupational & awareness training.

As a Trade Association ACAD offers a range of services to its members including:

• Practical guidance on industry Health & Safety matters
• Business Support Help line
• National representation at Health & Safety Executive level
• Specific advice on asbestos legislation
• Informative magazine and newsletter both three times a year
• Technical Publications (Best Practical Means)
• Insurance – access to competitive quotations through ACAD Insurance Solutions
• Cost effective training

How is ACAD Structured?

ACAD has a Members & Publications Coordinator, a Training Coordinator and two full time Trainers. To support ACAD there are three committees made up of members:

• Management Committee
• Technical Committee
• Ireland Committee

The Management Committee is responsible for ensuring that ACAD is managed effectively and that the organisation continues to meet the needs of all members. The committee meets at least four times a year to review training, publications and membership issues.

Members of the ACAD Technical Committee are widely respected throughout the industry for their technical knowledge and expertise. The committee is responsible for approving ACAD training programmes and overseeing updates for all technical documents. The committee also provides constructive comments for the Health & Safety Executives on health, safety and licensing issues. More recently they have been invited to comment on proposed changes to the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations.