Types of Asbestos Surveys
Management Survey
The Management Survey purpose is required to manage ACM during the normal occupation and use of premises. The duty-holder can make a Management Survey where the premises are simple and straightforward. Otherwise, a surveyor is needed.
A Management Survey aims to ensure that:
Nobody is harmed by the continuing presence of ACM in the premises or equipment, That the ACM remain in good condition & that nobody disturbs it accidentally
The Survey must locate ACM that could be damaged or disturbed by normal activities, by foreseeable maintenance, or by installing new equipment. It involves minor intrusion and minor asbestos disturbance to make a Materials Assessment. This shows the ability of ACM, if disturbed, to release fibres into the air. It guides the client, eg in prioritising any remedial work.
Refurbishment/Demolition Survey
The R&D Survey is required where the premises, or part of it, need upgrading, refurbishment or demolition. The Survey does not need a record of the ACM condition. Normally, a surveyor is needed for Refurbishment / demolition Surveys.
A Refurbishment / demolition Survey aims to ensure that:
Nobody will be harmed by work on ACM in the premises or equipment & Such work will be done by the right contractor in the right way
The Survey must locate and identify all ACM before any structural work begins at a stated location or on stated equipment at the premises. It involves destructive inspection and asbestos disturbance. The area surveyed must be vacated, and certified 'fit for reoccupation' after the survey.
Re-Inspection Survey
Re-inspection surveys are required to monitor and record the condition of any previously identified asbestos materials within a building. It is specified in the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 that Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) need to be inspected regularly (typically annually) by a competent person to check whether there has been any damage or the materials have degraded in any way and increased in risk level.
Re-inspections will ensure the Asbestos Management Plan is kept up to date and is compliant with the legislation, and that the duty holder is covered for their responsibilities.
Home Buyer Asbestos Inspections
Are you looking to purchase a new home? Having an Asbestos Survey carried out before your purchase will help you identify any asbestos containing materials within your new home. Inspections are carried out within the internal and external areas. All detected materials are assessed by a qualified asbestos surveyor and compiled within a detailed report with material assessments, material recommendations and drawing plans. We are then able to provide advice and costings for the removal and maintenance of the detected asbestos materials.