Asbestos

TYPE 2 SURVEY TO IDENTIFY 
ASBESTOS PRODUCTS 
WITHIN COMMUNAL AREAS OF 
Goodwood Court 
52 Cromwell Road 
Hove 
Survey carried out and report completed 
by ENV Surveys Ltd 
Uurvey Report Number: S0408/13 
Unit 10 Beaconsfield Studios 25 Ditchling Rise Brighton BN1 4QL tel. 01273 672200 e-mail. info@envsurveys.com 
ENV Surveys ltd. Registered office: 60 Lansdowne Place Hove East Sussex BN3 1FG Registered in England no. 4490449

1.0 INTRODUCTION 2.0 SURVEY TYPES 3.0 SURVEY METHODOLOGY 4.0 INCLUSION LIMITATIONS 5.0 RISK ASSESSMENT 6.0 SURVEY SUMMARY & ASBESTOS REGISTER 7.0 RECOMMENDATIONS 8.0 PHOTOGRAPHS 9.0 CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS APPENDICES I. REGULATIONS & LEGAL REQUIREMENTS II. GLOSSARY OF TERMS ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

Six-storey purpose built block of flats consisting of 30 units. The purpose of the survey was to investigate communal areas of the building only. All areas were accessed unless stated in this report. Surveyor/s:

2.0 SURVEY TYPES 2.1 Type 1: Location and assessment survey The purpose of a type 1 survey (Presumptive survey) is to locate as far as reasonably practicable, any suspect asbestos containing materials within the building and assess the potential risk posed by these materials. Materials are visually identified and no sampling or analysis is undertaken. Wherever possible, all areas shall be accessed and inspected as far as reasonably practicable. Where areas cannot be accessed for whatever reason it shall be presumed that unidentified asbestos products exist in these areas, whether specifically referred to in the asbestos survey or not. Any suspect materials are either presumed or strongly presumed to contain asbestos. These materials are then assessed to determine the relative risk that they present. 2.2 Type 2: Standard sampling, identification and assessment survey. (Sampling survey) The purpose and procedures used in this survey are the same as for Type 1, except that representative samples are collected and analysed to confirm or refute the presence of asbestos. When similar homogeneous materials are present throughout a structure, representative samples may be taken and further locations strongly presumed or visually identified to contain a similar type and percentage of asbestos. With materials that are not homogeneous samples will need to taken more frequently to confirm the presence or absence of asbestos. 2.3 Type 3: Full access sampling and identification survey This type of survey is intended to locate, as far as reasonably practicable, all asbestos containing materials within a structure. Access is gained to all areas using invasive techniques if necessary. A full sampling programme is undertaken and the area and volumes of all asbestos materials are recorded. This type of survey is generally used prior to demolition or major refurbishment works. The Client should be aware that there still remains the possibility that asbestos products may be hidden within the fabric of the building, the discovery of which may only be made by the demolition process itself. 2.4 2.5 All surveys are performed in accordance with guidelines laid out in MDHS 100 and other documented in house procedures. Due to the way in which asbestos has been used, no survey however thorough is guaranteed to discover all asbestos materials within a structure, therefore any person involved in the demolition or refurbishment process should be made aware of the potential further discovery of asbestos containing materials. In the event that a suspect material is discovered works should immediately cease, the area sealed off, and the material analysed by a UKAS accredited laboratory. Any subsequent actions will be dependent upon the analysis result. It is always recommended that a fully invasive Type III survey be undertaken prior to major refurbishment works or demolition.

3.0 SURVEY METHODOLOGY 3.1 The survey was conducted in accordance with procedures set out in MDHS 100 (Surveying, sampling and assessment of asbestos containing materials) and documented in-house procedures where appropriate. A variety of characteristics specific to those asbestos containing materials (ACM’s) identified were recorded (see Algorithmic Table 6.0). These were used to establish the relative ability of the ACM’s to release fibres into the air, which could potentially lead to persons in the vicinity being exposed. 3.2 All areas were surveyed in a methodical manner where accessible (see Limitations 4.0). Where sampling was required a sufficient sized piece of material was taken with a sharp implement. The material was made damp to reduce fibre release and placed in an airtight bag. The bag was then labelled with a unique reference number and then double bagged. A label bearing the unique number was then attached to the sample area. Photographic evidence was then taken and the locations recorded on a site plan (where applicable). 3.3 Presumed or strongly presumed ACM’s that were identified during the survey were also recorded. All non-accessible areas were listed and have been included within the report. 3.4 All samples taken were analysed using polarised light microscopy employing dispersion staining techniques by a UKAS accredited laboratory in accordance with HSG 248 (Asbestos in Bulk Materials). The details of the UKAS accredited laboratory and the analysis results are included within this report. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

4.0 INCLUSION LIMITATIONS. 4.1 The survey was limited to those areas where access was gained at the time of survey. Areas where no access was gained at the time of survey have been identified within the report. 4.2 Flues, Ducts, voids or any similarly enclosed areas, the access to which necessitated the use of specialist equipment or tools, or which could have caused damage to decoration, fixtures or the structure were not inspected. Asbestos materials may be present in these areas. 4.3 Areas requiring the removal or relocation of carpets, furniture, plant, blinds, curtains, fixtures or fittings were not inspected. 4.4 Areas requiring specialist access equipment other than step-ladders / 3.5m ladders have not been inspected. (limited visual inspection where possible) 4.5 Concealed spaces that may exist within the fabric of the building where the extent and presence of these is not evident due to inaccessibility or insufficient knowledge of the structure have not been reported on. 4.6 No liability can be accepted for the presence of asbestos materials in voids (under floor, floor, wall or ceiling) other than those opened up during the investigation. 4.7 Samples have not been taken where the act of sampling would endanger the surveyor or affect the functional integrity of the item concerned. For example, fuses within electrical boxes, gaskets, fire-doors, ropes associated with heating, glazing or power plant etc. 4.8 A limited inspection only has been carried out of pipe work concealed by overlying non- asbestos insulation. Inspection of pipe work has been restricted primarily to the insulation visible. The presence of debris to pipe work, which is not readily visible or would require the removal and replacement of existing non-asbestos insulation, has been considered outside the scope of this survey. 4.9 The survey and investigation is limited to the existing buildings on site and does not include an evaluation of the land surrounding the buildings or on which the buildings are positioned. 4.10 Drawings / plans, where included in this report, should not be used for scaling or quantification in any way. Any contractor required to carry out works in the contract area shall be responsible for carrying out his own measurements and shall not rely on the quantities given in this report. 4.11 This report should be read and considered in its entirety. 4.12 Given the way in which asbestos containing materials have been used in concealed and composite structures during the construction of buildings, some asbestos materials may only be detected during the course of demolition works. Care should be exercised at all times during refurbishment or demolition works. Whilst every effort has been made to identify the asbestos materials contained in these premises, ENV Surveys ltd will not accept any responsibility for any future asbestos materials discovered but not identified within this report. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

In addition to identifying asbestos containing materials, each incidence of asbestos materials detected has been assessed according to a number of factors to identify their potential risk. The factors included within the risk assessment include product type, condition, accessibility, treatment, and fibre type. The recommendations based on the risk assessment will vary according to specific local conditions. However in order to attempt to standardise potential risk and associated remediation recommendations four Score groupings have been used. Where asbestos has been identified, its Assessment Score has been identified within the register of this report. SCORE GROUPINGS Assessment Score 10 or more -regarded as having a high potential to release fibres if disturbed. These materials warrant urgent attention. Access should be restricted immediately. The asbestos containing material should be removed as soon as practicable along with any associated dust / debris. Assessment Score 8 to 9 -regarded as having a medium potential to release fibres. These materials generally require remedial action either in the form of repair or encapsulation. Where continual damage is likely the material should be removed. Asbestos warning labels should be attached, and the materials condition checked on a regular basis. Assessment Score 6 to 7 -regarded as having a low potential to release fibres. These materials are generally in good condition and the likelihood of fibre release is low under existing conditions. Asbestos warning labels should be attached, and the materials condition checked on a regular basis. Remove where damage is likely to be sustained. Assessment Score 0 to 5 -regarded as having a very low potential to release fibres. Very low potential to release fibres. Asbestos reinforced composites. Items within this category are of no immediate health risk and may stay in-situ. Asbestos warning labels should be attached, and the materials condition checked on a regular basis. Remove where damage is likely to be sustained. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

PRODUCT TYPE Reinforced composites (e.g. Plastics/resins/mastics/cement) Insulating boards/textiles/gaskets/ropes/papers Thermal insulation/sprayed asbestos/loose asbestos No asbestos detected SCORE 1 2 3 NAD CONDITION Good: No visible damage Fair: Minor damage/abrasions Medium damage: Significant breakage revealing loose fibres Poor: High damage/deterioration of material 0 1 2 3 ACCESSIBILITY Low Medium High 1 2 3 TREATMENT Composite material Enclosed lagging/painted (exposed face) insulating board/cement sheets Unsealed insulating board/encapsulated laggings and sprays Unsealed laggings/sprays 0 1 2 3 TYPE Serpentine Amphiboles excluding crocidolite Amphiboles including crocidolite 1 2 3

We will attempt to maintain our accreditation schedule and to undertake inspections in accordance with standard ISO 17020. Opinions detailed in this report, based on the technical data gathered, fall outside the scope of our accreditation. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

6.0 SURVEY SUMMARY: The scope of the survey was communal areas only. 6.1 Roof: Felt lined flat roof, metal vent pipes and rainwater goods, and UPVC fascias (Photo Ref. 1). 6.2 Lift Motor Room: General construction was of brick walls, timber floor and insulating board to ceiling. A sample of the insulating board was taken and found to contain Amosite (brown) Asbestos & Chrysotile (white) Asbestos (Sample 1, Photo Ref. 3). There were brake shoes to the lift motor, which were presumed to contain asbestos (Photo Ref. 2). A sample of the bitumen damp poof course around the door was taken (Sample 2, Photo Ref. 4) and subsequent analysis confirmed no asbestos present. 6.3 Fifth Floor Lift Lobby: General construction was of solid plaster rendered walls, plasterboard ceiling with textured coating applied and carpet to floor. A sample of the textured coating was taken and found to contain Chrysotile (white) Asbestos (Sample 3, Photo Ref. 5). 6.4 Lift: The concrete ceiling and brick walls of the shaft could be viewed through the gap between the car and lobby. The lift car had metal and timber laminate lined walls and floor. 6.5 Stairs: General construction was plasterboard ceiling with textured coating applied on the 5th floor only, brick walls, and concrete floor with thermoplastic floor tiles. A sample of the floor tiles was taken and found to contain Chrysotile (white) Asbestos (Sample 5, Photo Ref. 7). A sample of the textured ceiling coating on the 5th floor was also taken and found to contain Chrysotile (white) Asbestos (Sample 4, Photo Ref. 6). The stairs had step nosings, a sample of which was taken and found to contain Chrysotile (white) Asbestos (Sample 6, Photo Ref. 8). The under stairs store on the ground floor had a plasterboard ceiling, solid plaster rendered walls and floor tiles over a concrete floor. A sample of the floor tiles was taken and found to contain Chrysotile (white) Asbestos (Sample 7, Photo Ref. 12). 6.6 Fourth Floor Lift Lobby: General construction was consistent with the fifth floor lift lobby. The textured coating applied to the ceiling was consistent with Sample 3, which was found to contain Chrysotile (white) Asbestos. There was a plasterboard electric cupboard with no suspected asbestos materials present (Photo Ref. 9). The exterior walkway to flats had a metal banister and a bitumen sealed floor (Photo Ref. 10). 6.7 Third Floor Lift Lobby: General construction was of concrete ceiling, solid plaster rendered walls, carpet to floor and UPVC windows. There was plasterboard riser boxing. The external walkway to flats was consistent with the fourth floor with concrete ceiling and uPVC fascia. 6.8 Second Floor Lift Lobby: General construction was consistent with the third floor lift lobby. There was a plasterboard electric cupboard with no suspected asbestos materials present. The external walkway was consistent with that of the third floor. 6.9 Second & First Floor Lift Lobby: General construction was consistent with the third floor lift lobby. Riser boxing was plasterboard. The external walkway was consistent with that of the third floor. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

The scope of the survey was communal areas only. 6.10 Ground Floor Lift Lobby: General construction was consistent with the third floor lift lobby. No access was gained to the electric cupboard as it was locked and no key available. 6.11 Ground Floor Cycle Store: Construction was of chipboard ceiling, brick walls and concrete floor. 6.12 External: There was a timber ceiling to the external entrance canopy. Rainwater goods were plastic. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

7.0 RECOMMENDATIONS 7.1 The asbestos textured coatings, floor tiles and step nosings did not present any immediate health hazard and could remain in-situ, however if they are likely to be significantly disturbed they should be removed under controlled conditions and disposed of in accordance with the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005. This is not a licensed activity but the Control of Asbestos Regulations (2006) must still be adhered to. Therefore it would be prudent to use a licensed asbestos removal contractor who has the necessary expertise and equipment to carry out the work safely. 7.2 The asbestos insulating board to the boiler room ceiling was in good condition and did not present any immediate health hazard, however if it is likely to be disturbed it should be removed under controlled conditions and disposed of in accordance with the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005. It is a licensed activity, therefore the Control of Asbestos Regulations (2006) must be adhered to, and works must be carried out by a licensed asbestos removal contractor who has the necessary expertise and equipment to carry out the work safely. 7.3 The presumed asbestos brake shoes to the lift motor did not present any immediate health hazard and could remain in-situ. However if likely to be significantly disturbed they may need to be inspected for asbestos, or presumed to contain it, and removed under controlled conditions and disposed of in accordance with the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005. This is not a licensed activity but the Control of Asbestos Regulations (2006) must still be adhered to. Therefore it would be prudent to use a licensed asbestos removal contractor who has the necessary expertise and equipment to carry out the work safely 7.4 Where asbestos materials are to remain in-situ warning labels should be attached where practicable and their condition checked on a regular basis with reference to, and updating of the asbestos register. 7.5 This survey report provides information contributable to a risk assessment, however under CAR regulations the duty holder is responsible for making the final risk assessment using their detailed knowledge of the activities carried out within the premises. 7.6 Should you require any further assistance please do not hesitate to contact ENV Surveys Ltd. Report prepared by:

ENV Surveys Ltd. Unit 10 Beaconsfield Studios, 25 Ditchling Rise, Brighton, BN1 4QL tel: (01273) 672200 Fax: (01273) 676226 e-mail: info@envsurveys.com Registered Office: 60 Lansdowne Place, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 1FG. Registered in England no. 4490449 2794 Certificate for the Identification of Asbestos Fibres ENV Ref: B0408/118 Client Ref: N/A No. of Samples: 7 Date Samples taken: 16/04/08 Date Received: 16/04/08 Date of Analysis: 16/04/08 Sampled by: Mark Williams Name of Analyst: Ellen Lawson Pages: 1 of 1 Sample No. Client Specified Location / Description Analyst Sample Description Asbestos Fibre Types 1 Lift motor room, ceiling, insulation board Insulation board Amosite (brown) asbestos Chrysotile (white) asbestos 2 Lift motor room, bitumen damp proof course around door Bitumen felt No Asbestos Detected 3 5th floor lift lobby, textured coating to ceiling Textured coating Chrysotile (white) asbestos 4 5th floor stairs, textured coating to ceiling Textured coating Chrysotile (white) asbestos 5 5th floor stairs, floor tiles Floor tile and bitumen adhesive Chrysotile (white) asbestos 6 5th floor stairs, step nosings Preformed moulded product Chrysotile (white) asbestos 7 External understairs cupboard, floor tiles Floor tile and bitumen adhesive Chrysotile (white) asbestos Authorised signatory: Position: Quality & Technical Manager Print Name: Mark Williams Note: If “Trace Asbestos Identified” is displayed analysis identified only 1 or 2 asbestos fibres/bundles in sample Analysis was performed in accordance with HSG248: ‘Asbestos: The analysts’ guide for sampling, analysis and clearance procedures’, and the quality control in-house method of ENV Surveys Ltd. Opinions and interpretations expressed herein are outside the scope of UKAS accreditation. ENV Surveys Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any amendments or changes made to this report after issue. ENV Surveys Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any discrepancy or inaccuracy arising from collection or labelling of samples by the client. Certificate Version No. 7 – Issued 16/03/07 Client Name & Address: Site Address: Nigel Higson Goodwood Court Management Co 52 Cromwell Road Hove East Sussex Goodwood Court 52 Cromwell Road Hove East Sussex

REGULATIONS AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS The primary reference point relating to work with asbestos containing materials is The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 which came into force on 13th November 2006, except regulation 20(4), which shall come into force on 6th April 2007. L143 Approved Code of Practice Work with Materials containing Asbestos 2006 is the supporting Approved Code of Practice. Under Regulation 4, every building owner, tenant, managing agent, occupier and anyone else who has any legal responsibilities for workplaces has an obligation to take reasonable steps to find asbestos in premises and check its condition; presume materials contain asbestos unless there is strong evidence to suppose they do not; make a written record of the location and condition of asbestos materials which is kept up to date; assess the risk of anyone being exposed to asbestos materials; and prepare and put into effect a plan to manage the risk. Works involving asbestos insulation, asbestos coatings or asbestos insulating board require the contractor to be licensed under The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006. Minor, short-term repair works may not require a license but you still need to comply with the rest of the requirements of the Asbestos Regulation. Work with asbestos cement and other materials where the asbestos is incidental to the materials main purpose, e.g. plastics, textured coatings, rubber and resins, are exempt from The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006. Where asbestos containing materials are left in place, the condition of these materials must be monitored on a regular basis and the results recorded. The regularity of inspections will partly depend on the type of Asbestos material, its location and the nature of occupation / usage in the area concerned. The HSE recommend that the time period between inspections should not exceed 12 months. Other relevant regulations include: The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 / The Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 / Asbestos: the Licensed Contractors Guide, HSG 247 2006 / Asbestos Essentials, HSG 210 2001. ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

AC – Asbestos cement ACM – Asbestos containing material ACOP – Approved code of practice AIB – Asbestos insulating board Air monitoring – Testing of the atmosphere to determine airborne fibre concentrations Amosite – Brown asbestos. An iron magnesium silicate whose fibres are long and rigid. Usually found in boards, sprayed steelwork insulation and as thermal insulation to pipework Amphibole – A type of asbestos fibre, of which blue and brown asbestos are included Upstand / Bulkhead – A panel used to close a void Bulk sample – A sample of suspected asbestos material taken for analysis CAR – Control of Asbestos Regulations Chrysotile – White asbestos. A magnesium silicate whose fibres are soft and can be spun and woven to make cloths and tapes. Widely used in asbestos cement products, fire resistant building boards and other cement products Controlled conditions – Measures adopted to control exposure and the spread of asbestos fibres Crocidolite – Blue asbestos. A sodium iron silicate fibre of intermediate harshness. Widely used prior to 1970 for sprayed and other types of application to structural steelwork and to wall and roof surfaces Duct or Riser – A crawlway, chasing or the like, used to carry cables and pipes etc Encapsulation – The application of a paint type coating to provide a continuous seal to the surface of the asbestos containing material to prevent fibre release Fascia panel – A board mounted in a raised position Fully controlled conditions – Measures adopted to control exposure and the spread of asbestos fibres, usually involving fully sealed enclosures HSC – Health and Safety Commission HSE – Health and Safety Executive MMMF – Machine-made mineral fibre NAD – No asbestos detected in sample Presumed asbestos – Where there is insufficient evidence to suggest a material does not contain asbestos. Serpentine – A type of asbestos fibre, of which white asbestos is included Sprayed asbestos coatings – Asbestos coatings sprayed or trowelled onto reinforced concrete or steel columns or beams, underside of ceilings, soffits, walls etc, usually as fireproofing, sound and thermal insulation Strongly presumed asbestos – Where the material appears to contain asbestos but analysis has not been undertaken. Textiles – Ropes, insulation tapes, fire blankets, fire curtains and clothing etc. Textured coating – Painted on coatings forming a finish to ceilings and walls. UKAS – United Kingdom Accreditation Service ENV Survey Report No: S0408/13 Goodwood Court, 52 Cromwell Road, Hove

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