Summary
The image shows a natural rock formation with varied textures and colors. The assessment concludes that the material is a natural stone, which is not considered a suspect asbestos-containing building material. Therefore, no further asbestos-related actions are recommended.
Object description
The image provides a close-up view of a natural geological formation, likely a cave wall or mineral deposit. The surface is highly textured, amorphous, and irregular, with colors ranging from yellow and gold to dark brown and black. The material does not resemble any manufactured building materials.
Object location
Coordinates:
37°45'29.92"N, 25°41'45.47"W
City/Country: Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Full Address: Travessa da Piedade, Arrifes, Ponta Delgada, Açores, 9500-371, Portugal
Asbestos Assessment
The material shown in the image is identified as a natural rock or mineral formation. The visual characteristics, including the complex textures and coloration, are consistent with natural geological processes and do not correspond to the typical appearance of manufactured asbestos-containing products such as fiber cement, insulation, or flooring. Based on reference guidelines, natural stones like marble, slate, and sandstone are classified as non-suspect materials in the context of building inspections. While asbestos itself is a naturally occurring mineral, the health risks are associated with its use in processed, friable products. The material depicted is in its natural, solid state and is not a manufactured building component, making the presence of regulated asbestos-containing material highly improbable.
Recommended action
As the object is identified as a natural geological formation and not a man-made building material, no specific asbestos-related precautions or laboratory testing are necessary. The material should be treated as natural stone.
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