What to Expect During an Asbestos Inspection and Sampling Process
Asbestos was a popular building material used in the construction industry until the 1980s when it was discovered that exposure to asbestos fibres can cause serious health problems. Today, before any renovation or demolition work can take place, asbestos inspection and sampling must be done to ensure the safety of workers and residents. In this blog post, we will discuss what to expect during an asbestos inspection and sampling process. An asbestos inspection starts with a visual survey of the property by a certified inspector who will look for any materials that may contain asbestos. The inspector will then take samples of these materials for laboratory testing. The samples are collected by taking small pieces of the material and placing them in air-tight containers to prevent any fibres from becoming airborne during transportation. According to the Asbestos and the Law in the United States, a baseline survey is performed by an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) licenced asbestos ...