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During a demolition survey, the area being inspected needs destructive inspection.

What must happen?

Choose one answer.

A. The area is vacated during the survey
B. Workers carry on next to the surveyor
C. Only the surveyor wears a dust mask
D. The windows are opened and people stay

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A

A. Right: Right. HSE says a refurbishment or demolition survey involves destructive inspection, so the area must be vacated.
B. Wrong: Wrong. Fibres could be released. The area must be empty.
C. Wrong: Wrong. The area must be vacated.
D. Wrong: Wrong. Everyone must leave the area.

Explanation

Vacate the area during a refurbishment or demolition survey.

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