Full Membership Requirements:

• Current asbestos removal licence
• Minimum trading period 2 years
• Satisfactory insurance cover (ELI and PLI)
• 1 reference from a Client
• 1 reference from a Supplier
• Health and Safety Policy
• Successful performance in ACAD Audit Scheme
• No prosecutions in past 36 months
• Letterhead with company registration number and address
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Example training records for asbestos personnel
• CVs for Senior Directors

Probationary Full Licence Membership is offered to asbestos licence holders in their first year of business and/or their first year of licensing.

Full Membership Benefits:

• Access to Build UK networks, support and services
• Vote at meetings and sit on committees
• Industrial relations representation with HSE and legislative bodies
• Receive information relating to ACAD including newsletters on a regular basis
• Legal and HR Support
• Access to Negotiated Private Healthcare Scheme
• Access to a Members Only section with long-in and interactive Member Location Map
• Able to display ACAD logo
• Access to British Standards Knowledge Portal
• Double standard CITB training grants
• Discounted training and reduced rate audits
• A place at ACAD Regional Meetings and TICA-ACAD Events
• Assitance with licence application and renewal

Full Membership Fees:

There is a one-off, non-refundable registration fee of £650 + VAT which includes a Site Audit.

The subscription fee is an annual fee January – December) required following notification of membership approval of £2050 + VAT which includes a Site Audit.

Application Process:

Complete and return the Application Form. We will send you an acknowledgement letter and follow up on your references. Payment of non-refundable registration fee is required before Pending Member Full Site Audit is completed on licensable works. Upon successful completion of the Site Audit, all supporting evidence is reviewed and subject to satisfactory results, the application will be granted.

Additional Notes for Members Outside the UK Mainland:

ACAD members located outside the UK mainland will incur an additional £880 on their annual membership fee. This adjustment reflects the increased costs associated with delivering face-to-face site audits to all members, ensuring fairness and consistent compliance standards across the membership.

Members affected by this change are encouraged to contact the ACAD team with any questions or to discuss their individual circumstances.

Maintenance Licence Holder Membership Requirements:

• Current asbestos removal licence
• Minimum trading period 2 years
• Satisfactory insurance cover (ELI and PLI)
• 1 reference from a Client
• 1 reference from a Supplier
• Health and Safety Policy
• Successful performance in ACAD Audit Scheme
• No prosecutions in past 36 months
• Letterhead with company registration number and address
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Example training records for asbestos personnel
• CVs for Senior Directors

Probationary Maintenance Licence Holder Membership is offered to asbestos licence holders in their first year of business and/or their first year of licensing.

Maintenance Licence Holder Membership Benefits:

• Access to Build UK networks, support and services
• Industrial relations representation with HSE and legislative bodies
• Receive information relating to ACAD including newsletters on a regular basis
• Legal and HR Support
• Access to Negotiated Private Healthcare Scheme
• Access to a Members Only section with long-in and interactive Member Location Map
• Able to display ACAD logo
• Access to British Standards Knowledge Portal
• Double standard CITB training grants
• Discounted training and reduced rate audits
• A place at ACAD Regional Meetings and TICA-ACAD Events
• Assitance with licence application and renewal

Maintenance Licence Holder Membership Fees:

There is a one-off, non-refundable registration fee of £487 + VAT which includes a Wet Room Audit.

The subscription fee is an annual fee January – December) required following notification of membership approval of £1100 + VAT which includes a Wet Audit.

Application Process:

Complete and return the Application Form. We will send you an acknowledgement letter and follow up on your references. Payment of non-refundable registration fee is required before Pending Member Wet Room Audit is completed. Upon successful completion of the Wet Room Audit, all supporting evidence is reviewed and subject to satisfactory results, the application will be granted.

Associate Members do NOT need to hold an asbestos licence. Associate Members provide goods and/or services to the asbestos removal industry ranging from analysts to industry specific recruitment companies.

Associate Membership Requirements:

• Minimum trading period 2 years
• Satisfactory insurance cover (ELI and PLI)
• Health and Safety Policy
• Letterhead with company registration number and address
• Example training records for asbestos personnel (where applicable)
• CVs for Senior Directors

Associate Membership Benefits:

• Access to Build UK networks, support and services
• Industrial relations representation with HSE and legislative bodies
• Receive information relating to ACAD including newsletters on a regular basis
• Legal and HR Support
• Access to Negotiated Private Healthcare Scheme
• Access to a Members Only section with long-in and interactive Member Location Map
• Able to display ACAD logo
• Double standard CITB training grants
• Discounted training and reduced rate audits
• A place at ACAD Regional Meetings and TICA-ACAD Events

Associate Membership Fees:

There is a one-off, non-refundable registration fee of £57 + VAT.

The subscription fee is an annual fee January – December) required following notification of membership approval of £650 + VAT.

Application Process:

Complete and return the Application Form. We will send you an acknowledgement letter and review documentation. Payment of non-refundable registration fee is required before all supporting evidence is reviewed and subject to satisfactory results, the application will be granted.

This category is designed for organisations seeking access to industry updates and guidance without the full benefits of licensed membership. It offers a cost-effective way to stay informed about legislative developments and current best practices. This category foes not entitle the member to use the ACAD logo.

Please note: Organisations that meet the criteria for Full Licence Holder, Maintenance Licence Holder, or Associate Membership are not eligible to apply for Information Membership.

Information Membership Requirements:

• Satisfactory insurance cover (ELI and PLI)
• Health and Safety Policy

Information Membership Benefits:

• Receive information relating to ACAD including newsletters on a regular basis
• Access to a Members Only section with long-in and interactive Member Location Map
• A place at ACAD Regional Meetings and TICA-ACAD Events
• Discounted training and reduced rate audits

Information Membership Fees:

There is a one-off, non-refundable registration fee of £57 + VAT.

The subscription fee is an annual fee January – December) required following notification of membership approval of £350 + VAT.

Application Process:

Complete and return the Application Form. We will send you an acknowledgement letter and review documentation. Payment of non-refundable registration fee is required before all supporting evidence is reviewed and subject to satisfactory results, the application will be granted.

Public Sector / Not for Profit Membership

For local authorities and not-for-profit organisations who require an information service only. It is also benefit to local authorities who have a duty to manage asbestos but do not carry out asbestos works themselves. This category does not entitle the member to use the ACAD logo.

Public Sector / Not for Profit Membership Requirements:

· Satisfactory insurance cover (ELI and PLI)

· Health and Safety Policy

Public Sector / Not for Profit Membership Benefits:

· Receive information relating to ACAD including newsletters on a regular basis

· Access to a Members Only section with long-in and interactive Member Location Map

· A place at ACAD Regional Meetings and TICA-ACAD Events

· Discounted training and reduced rate audits

Public Sector / Not for Profit Membership Fees:

Registration Fee is Free of Charge.

The subscription fee Free of Charge

Application Process:

Complete and return the Application Form. We will send you an acknowledgement letter and review documentation. Subject to satisfactory results, the application will be granted.

Please complete the ACAD Application Form and return it to us.

To find our more about ACAD membership, please contact enquiries@tica.uk.com or call on 01325 466704