Type 3 Asbestos Survey:

Full Access Sampling and Identification Survey
(Pre-Demolition/Major Refurbishment Surveys)

The type 3 asbestos 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.