Abestos
Surveys Explained
The Conrol of Asbestos (2006) regulations
regulations came into force in the UK in 2006, making it the
responsibility of the
Duty Holder of commercial premises to manage any
asbestos that may be on the premises.
This will mean that a
formal document or Asbestos Register needs to be kept so
that any staff or other personnel that visit the building
are not exposed to any fibres.
To identify the
presence of any asbestos containing materials a full
Asbestos Survey needs to be undertaken.
This will identify
the extent and condition of any asbestos containing
materials found and make recommendations regarding any
repairs or removal and should be undertaken by a
qualified Asbestos Surveyor.
The aim of the survey
is to provide necessary information to implement a
Management Strategy of any Asbestos Containing Materials
(ACM's).
Types of
Survey
There are three types
of survey referred to in The MDHS. (Method of Determining
Hazardous Substances).
- Type 1 Asbestos Survey
Type 1 asbestos surveys are generally visual surveys requiring little or no sampling. These are all that are required for most situations. Call0121 711 7110 for an instant type 1 asbestos quote.
- Type 2 Asbestos Survey
Type 2 asbestos surveys involve sampling each material suspected of containing asbestos. For a type 2 asbestos survey quotation, please call 0121 711 7110
- Type 3 Asbestos Survey
Type 3 asbestos surveys are required on buildings that are due for demolition or those undergoing major refurbishment work. The type 3 asbestos survey is a full sampling, destructive survey. Call 0121 711 7110 for an instant quotation for a type 3 asbestos survey.
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