"<p><strong>MODERATE-RISK ASBESTOS REMOVAL<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<p>WorkSafe BC - Moderate-Risk asbestos removal procedures must be followed for the safe and controlled\u00a0abatement of asbestos-containing materials presenting a moderate risk of exposure. For more information, please\u00a0recite The Safe Work Practices for Handling Asbestos guidelines 2017 publication.<\/p>\r\n<p>Site-specific work procedures are to be developed by the abatement contractor for all asbestos removal activities\u00a0and submitted to the Occupational Hygiene department of WorkSafeBC 48 hours before the commencement of\u00a0work. Work procedures and all other relevant documentation must be readily available onsite during abatement\u00a0work;<\/p>\r\n<p>First aid personnel, as well as a qualified site supervisor, are to be in attendance throughout the project; The designated work area must be defined by fencing, warning tape, and signage that describes risks associated with entering the removal area. Barriers and signage must be present until the abatement is completed and cleared for safe entry;<\/p>\r\n<p>Where applicable, a HEPA equipped ventilation system &#40;negative air units&#41; must be used during the asbestos\u00a0removal process;\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>The following are to be worn by workers participating in Moderate-Risk work activities: Tyvek coveralls with head\u00a0and foot coverings, double-lined gloves, and powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) equipped with NIOSH 100\u00a0series filters;<\/p>\r\n<p>A two-staged decontamination facility is to be available, including an appropriate wash down station. The facility is to be used before exiting the containment. All protective equipment should be cleaned using a damp cloth and or a HEPA vacuum and any single-use items must be disposed of before exiting the contained work area;<\/p>\r\n<p>Polyethylene drop sheets must be used to prevent asbestos contamination in other areas. Windows, vents and other openings must be appropriately sealed to eliminate the migration of asbestos fibres;<\/p>\r\n<p>Material saturation procedures are to be implemented using airless sprayers and or pump-action water misters, frequently before and during the removal of moderate risk materials to reduce or eliminate dust. Asbestos- containing materials should be removed while attached to substrates and intact where possible to minimize disturbance and release of asbestos fibres;<\/p>\r\n<p>Asbestos debris and contaminants are to be placed in doubled up six-millimetre Polyethylene asbestos waste bags goosenecked with tape and disposed of in accordance with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) and disposed of in accordance with the provisions of the HWR;<\/p>\r\n<p>The removal area(s) and all surfaces are to be decontaminated by HEPA vacuums and then encapsulated using\u00a0applications of fibre lock;<\/p>\r\n<p>Appropriate techniques, work procedures, and personal protective equipment must be utilized to mitigate risk to\u00a0workers, occupants and the general public.<\/p>"