4.1 The Company should have an initial ship inspection
performed by a qualified professional to investigate the possible
presence of asbestos-containing materials on board the ship and, if
any are identified, to locate them and assess their condition. The
inspection should serve as the basis for establishing an effective
maintenance and monitoring programme for dealing with the asbestos
in the ship.
4.2 In the case of flake coatings, lagging or
false ceilings containing asbestos, their condition should be assessed
by completing the evaluation checklist shown in appendix 1 to annex 1, which takes
into account, in particular, the accessibility of the materials and
products, their degree of degradation, their exposure to shocks and
vibration and the presence of air currents in the area. Air sampling
of dust measurement may be used as one tool to help provide a more
complete assessment of the ambient conditions on board. The evaluation
form contained in appendix 2 annex
1 to should be used to make the diagnosis on the state of conservation
of these materials.