Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00418:body:0:p42
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00418
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 108744–111586

condition should be used.
The asbestos should be sealed in double-lined, heavy-duty plastic sheeting or double bagged before it is placed in the skip. However, non-friable asbestos waste may be placed directly into a skip or vehicle tray that has been double-lined with heavy-duty plastic sheeting (200 µm minimum thickness) provided it is kept damp to minimise the generation of airborne asbestos.
Once the skip is full, its contents should be completely sealed with the plastic sheeting. If the skip is emptied at a waste disposal site, procedures for containment of the plastic lining to prevent tearing should be developed.
If asbestos waste cannot be disposed of immediately, the skip may be used for storing the asbestos waste on site over a period of time provided that the contents are secured (for example, using a lockable lid or locating the skip in a secure area) to prevent unauthorised access.

Transport and disposal of asbestos waste
Disposal of asbestos waste is the final step in the process of asbestos removal work. It is therefore the last point at which the exposure to risks associated with asbestos is likely to occur. The asbestos waste must be disposed of as soon as is practicable at a licensed asbestos disposal site.
The transport of commercial asbestos waste is covered under EPA legislation. Disposal sites are regulated by the EPA and local government regulations.

5.     USING AN ENCLOSURE DURING LARGE SCALE REMOVAL WORK

Large scale asbestos removal includes removal that occurs on a frequent basis, is generally of a longer duration, usually generates a significant amount of airborne asbestos fibres and may pose a serious risk both to workers and others.
Where friable asbestos is removed, a licensed asbestos removalist that holds a Class A licence must remove the asbestos. The licensed asbestos removalist must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the asbestos removal work area is enclosed (sometimes referred to as the 'bubble') to eliminate or minimise the release of airborne asbestos fibres.
When large scale friable asbestos removal work is being undertaken, the asbestos removal work areas should be enclosed and under 'negative pressure' with the use of negative air pressure units.
The use of enclosures in large scale non-friable asbestos removal requiring a Class B licence should be determined on the basis of a risk assessment. Factors such as proximity to other work areas, weather conditions if outdoors, and the amount of material to be removed should be considered.

5.1 Designing and installing an enclosure
The design and installation of the enclosure should consider:
    * methods used to contain the asbestos removal work area
    * provision and locations of decontamination/changing facilities and negative pressure exhaust units
    * precautions to be implemented