Asbestos Management Flashcards
What was asbestos used for?
As an insulating material.
What can asbestos cause?
Serious health problems and fatal diseases in the lungs.
What happens when asbestos is damaged?
It releases small toxic fibres.
How many properties in the UK are estimated to contain asbestos?
Over 4 million.
How long has white asbestos been illegal for?
Since 1999.
When were blue and brown asbestos forms banned?
1985
What is the key legislation relating to asbestos?
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
Who are the obligations to in relation to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012?
To the duty holder.
To the employer.
Who is the ‘duty holder’?
Owner of premises if vacant or tenant if holding a repairing lease.
What are the 2 types of asbestos survey?
- Management Survey.
2. Refurbishment/demolition survey.
What is an Asbestos Management Survey for?
To assess and advise on management during normal occupation of building. No sampling or analysis of materials.
What must be produced and regularly updated?
An Asbestos Register
What does a newly constructed building require relating to asbestos?
An Architect’s certificate confirming no asbestos in the building.
What is the RICS Guidance Note relating to asbestos?
Asbestos and its implications for embers and their clients (2011) - 3rd edition.
What Act sets out the penalty for Surveyors dealing with asbestos?
Health and Safety (Offences) Act 2008.
