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Why PNWIG for AHERA Compliance Services

Pacific Northwest Inspections Group (PNWIG) specializes in providing AHERA-compliant asbestos re-inspections and six-month surveillance documentation to help schools maintain full compliance with EPA regulatory requirements.
We understand the complexities of working within public and private school systems—where responsiveness, budget control, and schedule adherence are essential. Through disciplined project management, decades of field experience, and performance metrics, we deliver services that meet both project and client goals.


Who We Serve

Our AHERA compliance services support:

  • Public K-12 schools

  • Private and charter schools

  • School districts

  • Educational institutions with historic or legacy buildings

Our state-certified and EPA-accredited asbestos inspectors bring extensive experience working with educational environments, ensuring that every project meets AHERA and state-level asbestos requirements. We are committed to providing accurate, timely, and regulatory-compliant reporting to help create a safe learning and working environment for students and staff.


Our AHERA Compliance Services

Asbestos Re-Inspections, Surveillance, Management & Training

Under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), all public and private K-12 schools must:

  • Conduct three-year re-inspections to assess current ACM (asbestos-containing materials) conditions.

  • Perform six-month periodic surveillance to monitor ACMs and identify any changes in condition or potential exposure risk.

  • Maintain and update the Asbestos Management Plan (AMP).

  • Provide asbestos awareness training for custodial and maintenance staff.

PNWIG supports every aspect of this compliance process:

Three-Year Re-Inspections

Our certified asbestos inspectors perform detailed on-site re-inspections of ACMs throughout your facilities, evaluating conditions and providing actionable recommendations. Each re-inspection includes a comprehensive report with photographic documentation and required forms per AHERA.

Six-Month Surveillance

We perform biannual surveillance to document and monitor ACM conditions between re-inspections. Our surveillance records are formatted to meet AHERA documentation standards and integrate seamlessly into your school’s AMP.

Asbestos Management Plan Updates

Our team assists in updating your school’s Asbestos Management Plan, ensuring it accurately reflects inspection findings, surveillance data, response actions, and ongoing maintenance records.

Employee Training

We offer AHERA-compliant asbestos awareness training for custodial, maintenance, and administrative staff, helping them understand how to identify and manage ACMs safely in accordance with EPA guidelines.

Regulatory Guidance

Our team continuously monitors changes to federal and state asbestos regulations, providing expert guidance and proactive compliance strategies to help your school stay audit-ready.


Our Process

  1. Initial Consultation
    We begin with a detailed review of your existing Asbestos Management Plan (AMP), prior inspection reports, and current compliance status.

  2. Site Inspections & Surveillance
    Certified inspectors conduct field assessments, three-year re-inspections, and six-month surveillance to evaluate ACMs and ensure ongoing compliance.

  3. Documentation & Reporting
    We provide complete AHERA-compliant documentation—including re-inspection forms, AMP updates, and periodic surveillance records—ready for submission or regulatory review.

  4. Ongoing Support & Training
    Beyond reporting, PNWIG offers ongoing technical support, staff training, and reminder notifications for upcoming AHERA compliance milestones.


Why Choose PNWIG

  • State-Certified & EPA-Accredited Inspectors

  • Decades of Experience in Educational Facility Compliance

  • Accurate, Audit-Ready Documentation

  • Responsive, Schedule-Driven Project Management

  • Comprehensive Regulatory Knowledge

  • Long-Term Partner for Safe School Environments

We use ispecX AHERA reporting management system for all AHERA surveys.