The
purpose and procedures used in this survey are the same as for
Type 1, except that representative samples and collected and analysed
for the presence of asbestos.
Samples
from each type of suspect ACM found are collected and analysed
to confirm or refute the surveyor's judgement.
If
the material sampled is found to contain asbestos other similar
homogeneous materials used in the same way in the building can
be strongly presumed to contain asbestos.
Less
homogeneous materials will require a greater number of samples.
The
number should be sufficient for the surveyor to make an assessment
of whether asbestos is or is not present.
Sampling
may take place simultaneously with the survey, or as in the case
of some larger surveys, can be carried out as a separate exercise,
after the Type 1 survey is completed.
