Thames Laboratories

Since 1991 Thames Laboratories has become the leading consultancy in the specialised field of asbestos identification, management, and monitoring helping organisations such as schools, hospitals, local authorities, and housing providers identify and manage asbestos in their buildings.

Lead by John Richards, Managing Director, who has over 30 years of experience within the asbestos industry, the team at Thames Laboratories provides our clients with the most up-to-date information available enabling them to make correct decisions and to get it right first time.We pride ourselves on the delivery of outstanding service and this commitment is reflected through our accreditation with UKAS and membership with RICE and AIMS.

With over 30 years of experience within the asbestos industry, John acts as an external advisor to both the British Government and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. John sits on HSE's Asbestos Liaison Group and HSE's Asbestos Partnership Group representing the RICS along with UKAS Technical Advisory Committee.

We pride ourselves on the delivery of outstanding service to our clients. This commitment is reflected in the maintenance of accreditations and memberships to industry, ethical and environmental bodies. UKAS accredited under ISO 17020 for asbestos services and ISO 17025 for asbestos testing. Both accreditations have been maintained continuously, emphasising the importance Thames place on delivering outstanding service.

Thames Laboratories was established in 1991 with the aim of specialising in the surveying, identification, and analysis of asbestos-containing materials. We have provided services to numerous public sector and private organisations in the UK and in various overseas locations.

Since its inception, Thames Laboratories has established a reputation as a leading consultancy in the specialised field of asbestos identification, management, and monitoring.We are able to provide a specialist, experienced service that aims to ensure that all of your asbestos legislative requirements are met.

A career where you can showcase your passion for health, safety, and environmental issues? A company that will motivate you to perform at your peak and will work with you to continually develop your skills? If so, you're looking in the right place! Travelling to different locations and meeting new people every day whilst providing high-quality service to our clients.