Define the areas to be checked
A management survey and a refurbishment or demolition survey serve different purposes. Explain whether the building is occupied normally or work will disturb its fabric.
Prepare the information
Share the exact areas and proposed works. Intrusive surveys may need vacant areas and special access arrangements agreed by the surveyor.
Review the findings and scope
Sampling, analysis, inaccessible areas and limitations should be addressed in the quotation and report. A restricted survey is not evidence about every hidden material.
Keep the right records
A survey does not remove asbestos. Do not disturb suspected materials to prepare for the appointment; arrange appropriate professional advice.
