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debris, used rags, plastic sheeting and other waste in the asbestos waste bags/container.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      * Wet wipe the external surfaces of the asbestos waste bags/container to remove any adhering dust before they are removed from the asbestos work area.
Personal decontamination should be carried out in a designated area                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * If disposable coveralls are worn, clean the coveralls while still wearing RPE using a HEPA vacuum, damp rag or fine-water spray. RPE can be cleaned with a wet rag or 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.

SAFE WORK PRACTICE 3 – CLEANING LEAF LITTER FROM GUTTERS OF ASBESTOS CEMENT ROOFS

Equipment that may be required prior to starting work (in addition to what is needed  for the task)      * A bucket of water, or more as appropriate, and detergent
                                                                                                         * A watering can or garden spray
                                                                                                         * A hand trowel or scoop
                                                                                                         * Disposable cleaning rags
                                                                                                         * A suitable asbestos waste container
                                                                                                         * Warning signs and/or barrier tape
                                                                                                         * An asbestos vacuum cleaner.
PPE                                                                                                      * Protective clothing and RPE (see AS1715, AS 1716). It is likely that a class P1 or P2 half face respirator will be adequate for this task, provided the recommended safe work procedure is followed.
Preparing the asbestos work area                                                                         * Since the work is to be carried out at a height, appropriate precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of falls.
                                                                                                         * Ensure appropriately marked asbestos waste disposal containers are available.
                                                                                                         * Segregate the asbestos work area to ensure unauthorised personnel are restricted from entry (e.g. use warning signs and/or barrier tape at all entry points). The distance for segregation should be determined by a risk assessment.
                                                                                                         * Segregate the area below.
                                                                                                         * Avoid working in windy environments where asbestos fibres can be redistributed.
                                                                                                         * If using a bucket of water, do not resoak used rags in the bucket as this will contaminate the water. Instead, either fold the rag so a clean surface is