Identification before work
Building age, present materials and the planned work guide identification. A regulatory presumption may apply until evidence demonstrates otherwise.
- Inventory of suspect materials
- Plans and renovation history
- Representative samples when required
- Appropriate laboratory analysis
- Results communicated to workers
Prevent exposure
Prevention measures vary with tasks and risk level. They may include containment, wetting, ventilation, respiratory protection and decontamination.
- Documented work method
- Appropriate protective equipment
- Dust control
- Sealed debris management
- Decontamination procedures
Maintain a traceable register
A register preserves results, material condition, completed work and information communicated to relevant people.
- Material location and type
- Laboratory results
- Condition and periodic inspections
- Work and control measures
- Disclosure before intervention