An asbestos management survey is carried out to locate and assess asbestos-containing materials within an occupied building. The purpose of the survey is to ensure that asbestos materials which remain in place can be safely managed without posing a risk to occupants, contractors or maintenance workers.
Management surveys are typically required for buildings constructed or refurbished before the year 2000, when asbestos-containing materials were widely used in construction across the UK.
These surveys support the legal responsibilities placed on property owners and duty holders under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
Under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, those responsible for managing non-domestic premises have a duty to identify and manage asbestos-containing materials within a building.
This is often referred to as the “duty to manage” asbestos.
An asbestos management survey helps property owners and duty holders:
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During an asbestos management survey, a qualified surveyor will inspect accessible areas of the building and identify materials that may contain asbestos. The survey may involve:
A qualified surveyor will inspect accessible areas of the building to identify materials that may contain asbestos. This includes examining ceilings, walls, floor coverings, insulation and service areas where asbestos-containing materials were commonly used.
Where materials are suspected to contain asbestos, small samples may be carefully taken by the surveyor using controlled methods to minimise disturbance. The sampling process is carried out safely to prevent the release of fibres during the inspection.
Samples collected during the survey are sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis. Specialist testing equipment is used to confirm whether asbestos fibres are present and to identify the specific type of asbestos where applicable.
If asbestos-containing materials are identified, the survey report will assess their condition and the likelihood of disturbance. This helps determine whether the material can remain in place and be safely managed, or whether further action may be required.
After the survey is completed, a detailed asbestos survey report is provided.
The report identifies the location, condition and type of any asbestos-containing materials discovered within the building.
The report typically includes:
Routine surveys help employers manage asbestos risks and comply with workplace safety regulations.
Older industrial materials often contain asbestos, requiring monitoring to protect workers and contractors.
Regular surveys help ensure safe environments for staff, students and members of the public.
Shop units may contain asbestos in ceilings, partitions or flooring from earlier building materials.
Landlords must identify and manage asbestos in communal areas to meet legal safety duties.
Healthcare estates often include older buildings where asbestos must be carefully monitored and managed.
Asbestos surveys in the UK should be carried out in accordance with guidance published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Survey organisations are often accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), which assesses the competence of testing and inspection bodies.
Surveys are typically carried out by qualified asbestos surveyors following HSE guidance HSG264: Asbestos: The Survey Guide. Surveyors commonly hold recognised qualifications from the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), such as the P402 qualification for surveying and sampling asbestos in buildings.
Following recognised standards helps ensure asbestos surveys are carried out safely, accurately and in line with current UK asbestos regulations and industry best practice.
If you require an asbestos management survey for a property, you can request a quote using our asbestos survey enquiry form.
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Survey costs vary depending on property size, type of survey and location. Management surveys are often more straightforward, while refurbishment and demolition surveys are more detailed.
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An asbestos management survey is the standard inspection carried out in occupied buildings to identify asbestos-containing materials that could be disturbed during normal use or routine maintenance. The survey records the location, condition and risk level of any asbestos materials so they can be safely managed as part of an asbestos management plan.
A management survey is typically required for non-domestic buildings built before 2000. It helps property owners and duty holders comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulations by identifying asbestos risks that may be present in the building during everyday occupation or maintenance activities.
The survey involves a visual inspection of accessible areas of a building to identify materials that may contain asbestos. Surveyors may take small samples of suspected materials for laboratory testing and record their condition, location and potential risk so they can be safely monitored or managed.
