Key points of regulation of preliminary investigations due to revisions to the Asbestos Regulations and the Air Pollution Prevention Law

Conduct a preliminary investigation of all parts subject to construction (enforced on April 1, Reiwa 3) A preliminary investigation using written surveys and visual surveys is necessary ※Items that do not contain asbestos, such as wood, metal, stone, glass, etc., are not eligible ※ A visual investigation is unnecessary when it can be confirmed by written investigation that the construction start date is on or after Heisei 18/9/1

Demolition and renovation work of a certain scale or larger must report preliminary investigation results on a reporting system (implemented on Reiwa 4/4/1) · Demolition work for buildings with a floor area of 80 square meters or more in the demolished area · Renovation work for buildings with a contract amount of 1 million yen or more

Obligation to carry out preliminary surveys by qualified personnel (enforced on Reiwa 5/10/1) Specific building asbestos-containing building materials investigators, general buildings asbestos-containing building materials investigators, etc.