* check that their current arrangements for the management of asbestos within their premises are effective and are being applied properly;
* adopt a precautionary approach to maintenance work. Until a proper assessment has been carried out of their premises they must assume that all materials being worked on containing asbestos, adopting the standards set out in 'Asbestos Essentials'. Alternatively they can carry out a 'mini survey' of the material being worked on before the work is done; and
* carry out an initial inspection of the premises to look for serious damage and disturbance of material and take effective remedial action as necessary.