Definition
A systematic inspection of a building or structure to locate, identify, and assess the condition of asbestos-containing materials. Surveys are required before renovation or demolition work and for managing asbestos in occupied buildings. There are three main types: Management Surveys (for occupied buildings), Refurbishment Surveys (before renovation), and Demolition Surveys (before demolition). Surveys must be conducted by qualified and accredited professionals.
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Management Survey (Type 1)
An asbestos survey designed to locate and assess asbestos-containing materials that could be damaged or disturbed during normal occupancy and maintenance of a building. This survey aims to ensure that nobody is harmed by the continuing presence of asbestos in the building. It involves sampling and analysis of suspected materials and creates an asbestos register and management plan.
Refurbishment Survey (Type 2)
A fully intrusive asbestos survey required before any refurbishment or renovation work. This survey is used to locate and describe all asbestos-containing materials in the area where the work will take place. The survey is intrusive and involves destructive inspection to access areas not visible in a management survey. All ACMs must be removed before refurbishment work begins.
Demolition Survey (Type 3)
The most comprehensive type of asbestos survey, required before any demolition work. This fully intrusive survey aims to locate and describe all asbestos-containing materials in the building. The survey involves destructive inspection and is carried out in unoccupied buildings to ensure complete identification of ACMs. All asbestos must be removed before demolition can proceed.