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#What Types of Asbestos Surveys are there in Hampshire?

Asbestos is a hazardous substance, and the risk it poses to human health has been well known for decades. Inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious health problems, such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. As a result, the UK established regulations to ensure effective management of asbestos materials in buildings. These regulations require asbestos surveys to be carried out by qualified surveyors. In this article, we will explain the different types of asbestos surveys and their importance in Hampshire, South East England.

##An Overview of Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire, we are a professional asbestos survey company based in Hampshire. We provide a comprehensive range of asbestos surveys for commercial and domestic clients. Our team consists of highly experienced and accredited asbestos surveyors who have a wealth of knowledge in asbestos management, refurbishment, and demolition as well as materials. Our aim is to offer the highest quality of asbestos services at an affordable price to our clients in Hampshire and the surrounding areas.

##What is an Asbestos Survey?

An asbestos survey is an expert evaluation of a building to detect the presence of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). Asbestos surveys aim to identify all ACMs, their location, and condition. An asbestos survey is necessary to identify potential hazards posed by asbestos materials in the building, assess their risk, and devise an effective plan for their management or removal.

##Types of Asbestos Surveys

There are two main types of asbestos surveys: management survey and refurbishment/demolition survey.

###1) Management Survey

A management survey is a non-intrusive survey aimed at identifying the presence of asbestos in a building. This survey aims to locate and record the condition of all asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), assess the risk they pose to occupants of the building, and devise an asbestos management plan. A management survey is required for all non-domestic buildings built before the year 2000, and also for domestic properties if they are going to be sold or rented out. A management survey is conducted only if the building is in normal occupation and use.

The survey involves a visual inspection of the building, taking samples of suspected ACMs, and analyzing the samples in the laboratory. Management surveys have two purposes: to prevent further ACMs from being damaged or disturbed, and to maintain a record of the condition of ACMs.

Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire offers management surveys tailored to meet the needs of the client. Our team of asbestos surveyors has years of experience in identifying potential asbestos hazards in different building structures in Hampshire and the surrounding areas.

###2) Refurbishment/Demolition Survey

A refurbishment/demolition survey is a more intrusive survey that is carried out before any refurbishment or demolition work takes place in a building. This survey aims to locate and record all ACMs, assess their condition, and recommend appropriate actions for their safe removal. This type of survey is necessary when building work is planned that could disturb asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).

Refurbishment/demolition surveys are more complicated than management surveys due to their intrusive nature. They involve destructive testing, which means that materials are disturbed and samples are collected for laboratory analysis. The survey must be carried out by a qualified asbestos surveyor who has the necessary training and experience.

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire, we offer refurbishment/demolition surveys that comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulation 2012. We aim to provide our clients with accurate and detailed reports of the condition of ACMs in their building structures to help them make informed decisions regarding refurbishment or demolition work.

##Why are Asbestos Surveys Important?

Asbestos surveys are crucial in the management of asbestos in buildings. The surveys help to identify any ACMs present in a building, their condition, and the potential risk they pose to the occupants. Buildings constructed before 2000 may contain ACMs, and it is essential to ensure that they are safely managed or removed to prevent the risk of exposure to asbestos fibers.

In addition to identifying ACMs, asbestos surveys enable building owners to develop an asbestos management plan. The plan outlines the actions to be taken to manage the risk posed by ACMs, and the frequency of inspections required.

Asbestos surveys are also vital in protecting workers from asbestos exposure. Asbestos removal and disposal require a high level of caution and expertise to ensure that workers are not exposed to asbestos fibers.

##Conclusion

At Affordable Asbestos Removal Hampshire, we understand the hazards posed by asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). We provide our clients with comprehensive asbestos surveys that help them identify the presence of ACMs, assess their condition, and determine the necessary steps for their safe management or removal. Our qualified asbestos surveyors have years of experience in identifying potential asbestos hazards in different building structures in Hampshire and surrounding areas. Contact us today at 01962 458066 or email us [email protected] to book your asbestos survey.