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A client wants an old factory knocked down.

What must the client give the demolition contractor about asbestos before the work starts?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. A refurbishment and demolition asbestos survey
  2. B. Nothing, as asbestos is dealt with after demolition
  3. C. A list of the factory's former workers
  4. D. A photo of the building from the outside
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says the client must give the contractor a refurbishment or demolition survey, so any asbestos can be found and dealt with before demolition.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Demolishing a building with asbestos in it would release fibres. It must be found and removed first.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. That doesn't tell the contractor where asbestos is.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Asbestos is often hidden inside a building. A proper survey is needed.

Explanation

Before demolition, the client must provide a refurbishment and demolition survey, plus information such as live services. Asbestos must be dealt with before the building comes down.

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