What is an Asbestos Survey?
An asbestos survey is a critical inspection carried out to identify the presence, type, and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) within a building or structure. Required by UK health and safety regulations, asbestos surveys are essential for managing asbestos risks and ensuring legal compliance before refurbishment, demolition, or ongoing occupancy. There are two main types of asbestos surveys: a Management Asbestos Survey, which helps in the day-to-day management of asbestos in a property, and a Refurbishment and Demolition Asbestos Survey, which is mandatory before any major building work. Conducted by qualified asbestos surveyors, these surveys involve a thorough site assessment, sampling, and laboratory analysis to ensure any asbestos is correctly identified and safely managed or removed. Asbestos surveys protect occupants, workers, and contractors from exposure to harmful asbestos fibres and support compliance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.