Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00423:body:0:p60
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00423
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Character Range: 216985–219788

* Wet wipe the external surfaces of the asbestos waste bags/container to remove any adhering dust before removing them from the asbestos work area.
Personal decontamination should be carried out in a designated area                                                                                                                                                * If disposable coveralls are worn, clean the coveralls and RPE while still wearing them using an asbestos vacuum cleaner, damp rag or fine-water spray. RPE can be cleaned with a wet rag/cloth.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * While still wearing RPE, remove coveralls, turning them inside-out to entrap any remaining contamination and then place them into a labelled asbestos waste bag.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Remove RPE. If non-disposable, inspect it to ensure it is free from contamination, clean it with a wet rag and store in a clean container. If disposable, cleaning is not required but RPE should be placed in a labelled asbestos waste bag or waste container.
                                                                                                                                                                                                               Refer to the Code of Practice: How to Safely Remove Asbestos for more information.
Clearance procedure                                                                                                                                                                                                * Visually inspect the asbestos work area to make sure it has been properly cleaned.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Clearance air monitoring is not normally required for this task.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Dispose of all waste as asbestos waste.
                                                                                                                                                                                                               Refer to the Code of Practice: How to Safely Remove Asbestos for more information.