Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00418:body:0:p52
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00418
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be removed, or a Class B licensed asbestos removalist if more than 10 m² of non-friable asbestos is to be removed. A person who does not have a licence can remove 10 m² or less of non-friable asbestos. Where there is uncertainty as to whether the amount of non-friable asbestos is more or less than 10 m², a Class A or Class B licensed asbestos removalist should be engaged.
For all asbestos removal requiring a Class A asbestos removal licence, an air monitoring program must be implemented to ensure the control measures do not release airborne asbestos fibre. When all visible asbestos has been removed, and the air monitoring program indicates that the level of respirable asbestos fibres does not exceed 0.01 f/mL (10 per cent of the asbestos exposure standard), the independent licensed asbestos assessor must complete the clearance certificate.
All asbestos and any contaminated soil removed must be disposed of as asbestos waste according to the EPA and the requirements of the local licensed waste disposal facility.

Immediate action
If the soil is suspected of containing asbestos, the person with management or control of the workplace must assume the soil contains asbestos and cease work immediately. A competent person should take samples of the material for analysis to confirm or refute that assumption.
If confirmed, the person with management or control of the workplace must ensure control measures are implemented to minimise the release of airborne asbestos. The control measures include:
    * preparation of an asbestos management plan for the site
    * setting the boundaries of the contamination as determined by an independent licensed asbestos assessor or competent person
    * ensuring there is minimal disturbance of the contaminated soil until the asbestos management procedures have been implemented
    * isolating and securing the removal work site using signs and barriers
    * controlling dust with dust suppression techniques (such as water and wetting agents)
    * providing PPE based on the level of contamination and the control measures implemented
    * sampling and/or air monitoring
    * providing education and training for workers on hazards and safe work practices to minimise airborne dust exposure
    * implementing decontamination procedures for the workers and the equipment.

7.2 Removing friable asbestos from hot surfaces
Friable asbestos in or on hot metal or machinery presents one of the worst conditions for removal, as airborne asbestos fibres can spread on convection currents in the air and the potential for burns is high.
Removal of work from hot surfaces should be avoided. If possible, the removal should be scheduled and planned around shutdowns, with sufficient time being allowed for the metal or machinery to cool down before removal is attempted. Hot metal removal should be used only in emergency