This type
of survey is used to locate and describe, as far as reasonably
practicable, all ACMS in the building and may involve destructive
inspection, as necessary, to gain access to all areas, including
those that may be difficult to reach.
A full
sampling programme is undertaken to identify possible ACMs
and estimates of the volume and surface areas of ACMs made.
The survey
is designed to be used as a basis for tendering the removal
of ACMs from the building prior to demolition or major refurbishment.
Therefore, the survey does not assess the condition of the
asbestos, other than to note areas of damage or where additional
asbestos debris may be expected to be present.
From the
information taken from the Asbestos Survey a priority
would be given to the action required for any asbestos containing
materials found.
