Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 3 Exam Practice

What should a salesperson do when listing a property with suspected friable asbestos?

1. Ask the seller to remove all visible signs of asbestos before listing.

2. Ignore the issue and proceed with the listing.

3. Recommend the seller consider professional asbestos abatement.

4. Report the asbestos to the local health department immediately.

5. Seal the exposed areas to prevent further contamination.

6. Discuss the potential implications with potential buyers upfront.

The correct answer is: Recommend the seller consider professional asbestos abatement.

When listing a property with suspected friable asbestos, it is essential for the salesperson to recommend that the seller consider professional asbestos abatement. Friable asbestos, which can easily crumble and release fibers into the air, poses a significant health risk. By recommending professional asbestos abatement, the salesperson ensures that the hazardous material is safely removed by trained professionals, thereby protecting the health and safety of both the occupants of the property and potential buyers. The other options are not the best course of action in this scenario: - Asking the seller to remove all visible signs of asbestos before listing may not address the issue adequately or safely. - Ignoring the issue and proceeding with the listing is unethical and potentially illegal, as disclosing known hazards is crucial. - Reporting the asbestos to the local health department is important, but recommending professional asbestos abatement directly addresses the immediate safety concern. - Sealing the exposed areas may temporarily contain the asbestos but does not eliminate the hazard. - Discussing the potential implications with potential buyers upfront is essential, but it should be preceded by taking necessary actions to address the suspected asbestos issue proactively.