Ukata

What Ukata does

Ukata (UK Asbestos Training Association Limited) is a UK-based non-profit membership association, headquartered in Chesterfield and founded in 2008, that sets and oversees standards for asbestos-related training. The association accredits a network of more than 180 member organisations — primarily asbestos-awareness and removal training providers, contractors, consultants and equipment suppliers — and supports the training of over 200,000 delegates annually through certified course categories covering asbestos awareness, non-licensed work, licensed work and related management modules. UKATA-branded certificates and delegate ID cards are issued to delegates who complete member-run courses, with the association functioning as the central certification and recognition layer rather than as a direct training-delivery business.

Revenue is generated through a tiered recurring membership subscription model, supplemented by transaction-based fees for certificate credits and delegate ID cards, and by event sponsorship and exhibition revenue from industry events such as the CLR Expo (formerly ESS Expo). The organisation does not publicly disclose its pricing or financials. Operationally it runs as a private limited company with 11–50 employees and a board that includes senior industry figures, and in 2024 it formalised a Gold Sponsorship of Mesothelioma UK and an appointment to that charity's trustee board, deepening governance ties with the asbestos-disease advocacy community.

Strategically the association has cautiously extended beyond its core remit into adjacent occupational-health subjects (respirable crystalline silica, chromium VI, and geotechnical/soil modules) and developed an international awareness module (AA01(i)) accompanied by Global Asbestos Forum presentations, alongside a 2024 partnership with the Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS). These moves indicate measured product and vertical extension within a structurally stable demand environment driven by UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) asbestos regulation, rather than a pivot toward new business models.

Name

Ukata

Legal name

UK Asbestos Training Association Limited

Website

https://ukata.org.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ukata (UK Asbestos Training Association Limited) is a UK non-profit trade association that accredits 180+ member organisations to deliver asbestos training, certifying over 200,000 delegates annually and supporting HSE regulatory compliance across the UK construction and refurbishment sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Occupational Health and Safety Training Accreditation

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Asbestos, Lead & Hazardous Building Materials Inspection/Abatement Oversight (EDAEAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Asbestos/Lead/Mold Inspection, Testing & Consulting (BPALALAD), Standards, Metrology & Accreditation Bodies (BPAIAOAC), Psychometric Standards, Test Development & Validation Authorities (EDADAFAG)

Keywords

• Asbestos training
• Training accreditation
• Asbestos awareness courses
• Duty to manage asbestos
• Licensable work training

Headquarters

HQ city

Chesterfield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership fees: Organisations involved in asbestos training — including training providers, asbestos removal contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers — pay membership fees to join UKATA. Membership demonstrates commitment to delivering high standards of asbestos training and provides access to audit processes, guidance materials, communication channels, and use of the UKATA brand.
2. Certificate credits and ID cards: UKATA sells certificate credits and ID cards to member training providers through the myUKATA portal, generating revenue per certificate issued.
3. Event sponsorships and exhibition revenue: UKATA generates revenue through exhibiting at and sponsoring industry events such as CLR Expo, Health & Safety Expo, and UK Construction Week, and through partnerships that position UKATA as a key stakeholder in the sector.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

UKATA is the UK's leading association for asbestos training, setting and enforcing standards for asbestos training providers, accrediting member organisations, and maintaining a certificate validation system. It offers a portfolio of over 20 accredited training course frameworks covering asbestos awareness, non-licensed work, licensable work, duty to manage, soil contamination, RPE, project management, and surveying, delivered by its network of 180+ member training providers.

Product overview

UKATA (UK Asbestos Training Association) is a professional association that sets standards for asbestos training in the UK, operating a portfolio of accredited training courses rather than a unified software product. The organization offers over 20 distinct training courses covering asbestos awareness, non-licensed work, licensable work, duty to manage, soil and ground contamination, respiratory protective equipment, project management, silica control, surveying and sampling, and international asbestos training. Supporting services include a certificate validation portal, myUKATA member portal for training providers, and a comprehensive library of guidance documents and syllabi. With over 180 member training providers, UKATA trains in excess of 200,000 delegates annually across industries including construction, housing, waste management, maritime, and architecture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AA01 - Asbestos Awareness Foundational asbestos awareness training providing essential knowledge on identifying asbestos-containing materials, understanding health risks, and safe working practices to prevent exposure. Delivered to workers across construction, maintenance, and related trades by UKATA member training providers.
• AA01(i) - Asbestos Awareness (International) International asbestos awareness training for organisations and workers outside the UK requiring asbestos training to global standards.
• AA02 - Asbestos Awareness for Groundworkers Specialized asbestos awareness training designed for groundworkers covering risks associated with ground disturbance and excavation work involving potentially contaminated ground.
• AA03 - Asbestos Awareness for Waste and Civic Amenity Site Personnel Asbestos awareness training tailored for waste management and civic amenity site workers handling potentially contaminated materials.
• AA04 - Asbestos Awareness for Marine and Offshore Workers Specialized asbestos awareness training for maritime and offshore industry personnel working on ships and offshore installations where asbestos may be present.
• AA05 - Asbestos Awareness for Architects and Designers Asbestos awareness training for architectural and design professionals who may specify work or specify building materials that could disturb asbestos.
• NL01 - Non-Licensed Asbestos Operative Training for operatives carrying out non-licensed asbestos work, covering practical techniques and safety procedures for low-risk asbestos tasks.
• NL02 - Non-Licensed Asbestos Groundworker Specialized training for groundworkers performing non-licensed asbestos work during excavation and ground disturbance activities.
• NL03 - Non-Licensed Asbestos for Waste and Civic Amenity Site Personnel Non-licensed asbestos training for waste and civic amenity site personnel managing and handling contaminated materials.
• NL04 - Asbestos in Soils for Geo-Technical Persons Specialized training for geotechnical professionals undertaking non-licensed asbestos work in contaminated soil environments.
• Licensable Work with Asbestos Comprehensive training for contractors and workers engaged in licensed asbestos removal work, meeting HSE requirements for licensed activities.
• DTM01 - Duty To Manage Asbestos (Overview) Training for dutyholders on their legal responsibilities to manage asbestos in non-domestic premises under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
• DTM02 - Duty To Manage Asbestos (Housing Sector) Specialized duty to manage asbestos training tailored for the housing sector, covering responsibilities of housing associations and local authority landlords.
• DTM03 - Duty To Manage Asbestos: Duty Holder Training for duty holders on implementing asbestos management plans and fulfilling legal obligations for property owners and managers.
• DTM04 - Duty To Manage Asbestos: Appointed Person Training for appointed persons responsible for day-to-day management of asbestos within buildings and premises.
• SMG01 - Asbestos in Soil and Made Ground (Overview) Overview training on asbestos awareness in soils and made ground, covering identification and risk assessment for contaminated land work.
• SMG02 - Management of Asbestos in Soil and Made Ground Advanced training on managing asbestos risks during groundworks, remediation and development on contaminated land containing asbestos.
• RP01 - RPE Competent Person Training for competent persons responsible for selecting, maintaining and overseeing the use of Respiratory Protective Equipment in asbestos work.
• AM01 - Asbestos Project Manager Training for professionals managing asbestos projects, covering planning, supervision and coordination of asbestos removal and remediation work.
• OH01 - Control of Silica and Other Workplace Dust Training on controlling exposure to respirable crystalline silica and other workplace dusts, addressing risks in construction and stone working industries.
• AS01 - Asbestos Surveying & Sampling Refresher Refresher training for asbestos surveyors and analysts needing to update their skills and knowledge on current best practices.
• AS02 - Asbestos Sampling for Non-Licensed Operatives Training for non-licensed operatives on safe asbestos sampling techniques and procedures.
• AS03 - Asbestos Sampling Comprehensive training on asbestos sampling methodologies for professionals conducting surveys and assessments.
• OH02 - Chromium VI Awareness (Hexavalent Chromium) Awareness training on hexavalent chromium (Chromium VI), covering health risks and control measures for workers potentially exposed to this hazardous substance.
• Certificate Validation Service Online service allowing employers and stakeholders to verify the authenticity and validity of UKATA certificates issued by approved training providers. Used by clients and regulators to confirm worker qualifications.
• myUKATA Member Portal Online member portal for UKATA-accredited training providers to manage certificate credits, purchase ID cards, and access standardized course titles and syllabi.
• UKATA Membership Membership programme for training providers, asbestos removal contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers that provides access to UKATA's standards framework, audit processes, guidance materials, communication channels, and use of the UKATA brand.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200,000 delegates trained annually by UKATA members
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Mesothelioma UKcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 June 2026UKATA is a Gold Sponsor of Mesothelioma UK, the national charity dedicated to mesothelioma since 2004. UKATA's COO Craig Evans serves as a Trustee of Mesothelioma UK. UKATA actively supports the charity's events including the annual Charity Race Day at Leicester Racecourse, Ladies' Lunch events, and Fitness February fundraising campaigns. This partnership amplifies asbestos awareness messaging and supports those affected by mesothelioma.
• Contamination & Land Remediation Expo (CLR Expo)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026UKATA maintains an ongoing partnership with the Contamination & Land Remediation Expo (CLR Expo), part of the Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo held at NEC Birmingham. UKATA exhibits at the show (stand CLR-M2 for 2026) and promotes its training portfolio, including specialist asbestos in soils and contaminated land training, to professionals across the remediation, construction, and environmental sectors.
• Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 2 July 2025CLR Expo forms part of the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo), the UK's largest and most comprehensive environmental event. UKATA's partnership with CLR Expo also embeds it within the wider ESS Expo ecosystem, which covers geotechnical engineering, waste and resource management, water, air quality, energy, and recycling — sectors where asbestos awareness is increasingly important.
• Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024UKATA announced a new partnership with the Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) in 2024, expanding its reach into the built-environment sector. The partnership is designed to widen asbestos awareness and improve standards among finishes and interiors professionals who may disturb asbestos during renovation and refurbishment work.
• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUKATA works closely with HSE on asbestos training standards, regulatory guidance, and industry initiatives. UKATA participates in HSE-led webinars, supports HSE campaigns (Asbestos and You, Asbestos Your Duty), hosts consultation responses, and collaborates on the Asbestos Network Technical Working Group. HSE is referenced throughout UKATA's materials as the primary regulatory authority for asbestos management.
• Asbestos Network Technical Working GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUKATA is a key member of the Asbestos Network Technical Working Group, alongside HSE, BOHS (British Occupational Hygiene Society), FAAM (Faculty of Asbestos Assessment and Management), ACAD (Asbestos Control and Abatement Division), and ARCA (Asbestos Removal Contractors Association). This group develops technical appendices and best practice guidance for the asbestos industry.
• NORAC (National Organisation of Asbestos Consultants)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUKATA sponsored the NORAC Annual Conference & Awards 2025 held at Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel on 17 September 2025, supporting the asbestos consulting community.
• Mavis Nye FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUKATA supports the Mavis Nye Foundation, a charity dedicated to asbestos awareness. Founder Mavis Nye, a mesothelioma survivor, travels across the country raising asbestos awareness at events. UKATA members and staff have participated in fundraising activities including cycling events to support the foundation.
• DSK Environmental LtdminorOthersDSK Environmental Ltd, a UKATA member, provided behind-the-scenes access for UKATA staff at the Mesothelioma UK Charity Race Day, including access to the parade ring and winner's enclosure, and their Director Kirsty Budenbender presented a trophy.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BOHS (British Occupational Hygiene Society): UK professional body for occupational hygiene, including asbestos-related competency frameworks. Works alongside UKATA on the Asbestos Network Technical Working Group and offers overlapping training/certification services.
• IATP (Independent Asbestos Training Providers): UK association of independent asbestos training providers, directly competing with UKATA for member training providers and offering a parallel accreditation model for asbestos training standards.
• FAAM (Faculty of Asbestos Assessment and Management): Faculty within BOHS that sets competency standards for asbestos surveyors and analysts, overlapping with UKATA's surveying/sampling and duty-to-manage training courses.
• ACAD (Asbestos Control and Abatement Division): UK division focused on asbestos control and abatement standards, sitting alongside UKATA in the Asbestos Network Technical Working Group and offering overlapping member services.

Broad incumbents

• ARCA (Asbestos Removal Contractors Association): UK trade association for asbestos removal contractors that also sets training standards for member firms. Operates as a co-equal industry body alongside UKATA in the asbestos sector.
• CITB (Construction Industry Training Board): Statutory training board for the UK construction industry that sets standards and grants certifications for construction-related training, including some asbestos-related courses. Much larger scope but overlapping training standards mandate.
• IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health): UK chartered body for health and safety professionals offering training, CPD, and certification across occupational safety, including asbestos-related modules. A much larger incumbent in the broader EHS training market.
• NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health): UK-based awarding body offering vocational qualifications in occupational health and safety, with parallels to UKATA's CPD accreditation and certificate issuance model. Operates at greater scale across the wider EHS sector.
• RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents): UK safety charity offering training, qualifications, and awards across workplace safety topics that overlap with UKATA's EHS training portfolio.

Regional players

• NORAC (National Organisation of Asbestos Consultants): UK membership body for asbestos consultants that partners with UKATA (UKATA sponsors NORAC's annual conference) and represents an adjacent consultant-facing accreditation community.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

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