Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

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When obtaining an asbestos survey, who is primarily responsible?

The building owner
The general contractor
The local government
Environmental protection agencies

The correct answer is: The building owner

The responsibility for obtaining an asbestos survey primarily lies with the building owner. This obligation is rooted in legal requirements aimed at ensuring safety and health regulations are met. Building owners must identify and manage any hazardous materials, including asbestos, to protect occupants and workers from potential exposure. Having a proper survey conducted helps to assess the presence and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in a structure. Knowing the status of asbestos is essential for planning any renovation or demolition work, as it influences safety protocols and the necessary steps to safely handle or remove such materials. While general contractors are involved in construction or renovation projects where asbestos may be present, it is ultimately the owner's responsibility to ensure that a survey is conducted before beginning work. Local governments and environmental protection agencies provide regulations and guidance, but the primary accountability for obtaining the survey rests with the owner.