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QR codes on the AIC can provide direct access to survey data.
AIC certificates will be displayed on the premises and held in a central register, from which
decisions about removal plans and strategies can be made.
Figure 4 - For a detailed explanation of the Asbestos Information Certificate, scan the QR code
to watch our AIC Explanation Video.
Data Findings
The large-scale analysis of asbestos survey
data has rarely been undertaken due to the
complexity of reports and inconsistencies
in terminology. The November 2022 report
highlighted some of these challenges,
prompting members of the Asbestos
Information CIC to develop models for more
effective data evaluation.
This approach has been fundamental to the
recommendations in this report. Artificial
intelligence, machine learning and natural
language processing have enabled data
integration from multiple sources, allowing
more effective analysis and interpretation. As
a result, we can provide a snapshot of the UK’s
historical and current asbestos management.
It is important to note that the certificate is not intended to replace the asbestos
survey report.
Instead, it provides a consistent summary of the survey findings that can be uploaded to
a central database to support reporting and strategic decision-making.
This means that existing core data can remain in a variety of systems currently used
by duty holders with the AIC only using summarised data, overcoming security and
confidentiality issues.
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