Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00423:body:0:p59
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00423
Segment Type: other
Provision Reference: 
Character Range: 209842–217379

procedure is followed.
Preparing the asbestos work area                                                                                                                                                                                   * Ensure appropriately marked asbestos waste disposal bags are available.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Carry out the work with as few people present as possible.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Determine whether to segregate the asbestos work area
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Ensure unauthorised personnel are restricted from entry by using barrier tape and/or warning signs.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Use a suitable collection device below where the work will be carried out to collect any debris/ runoff.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Ensure there is adequate lighting.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * 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 exposed or use another rag.
Inspection of asbestos friction materials                                                                                                                                                                          * A misting spray bottle should be used to wet down any dust. If spray equipment disturbs asbestos, use alternative wetting agents e.g. a water-miscible degreaser or a water/detergent mixture.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Use the wet method, but if this is not possible the dry method may then be used.
                                                                                                                                                                                                               Wet method:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Use the misting spray bottle to wet down any visible dust.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Use a damp rag to wipe down the wheel or automobile part before removal. Ensure the dust is kept wet to prevent atmospheric contamination.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Use hand tools rather than power tools to reduce the generation of airborne fibres.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Partially open the housing and softly spray the inside with water using the misting spray bottle. Any spillage of dust, debris or water must be controlled (e.g. capturing any runoff in a container) and either filtered or disposed of as asbestos waste.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Open the housing and clean all asbestos parts using a damp rag, ensuring all runoff water is caught in an asbestos waste container.
                                                                                                                                                                                                               Dry method:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Place a tray under the components to catch dust or debris spilling from the housing or components during the inspection and dispose of any material as asbestos waste.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Use an asbestos vacuum cleaner to remove asbestos from the brakes and rims or other materials before carrying out the inspection.
Decontaminating the asbestos work area and equipment                                                                                                                                                               * Use damp rags to clean the equipment, including the dust collection tray.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * If necessary, use damp rags or an asbestos vacuum cleaner to clean any remaining visibly contaminated sections of the asbestos work area.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   * Place debris, used rags 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 removing them from the asbestos work area.
Personal decontamination should be carried out in a designated area                                                                                                                                                * If disposable coveralls are worn,