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Asbestos Removal (Friable) Information:
The Friable Asbestos Removal Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 14 page procedure outlining the safety steps for the Removal of Friable Asbestos.
The Friable Asbestos Removal Work Method Statement is ready to use and is not a blank template. Simply add your company details, ABN, and include any site specific details or risks and make it specific to the task at hand. It is then ready for printing and to be incorporated as part of your overall OHS System.
Friable Asbestos means asbestos-containing material which, when dry, is or may become crumbled, pulverised or reduced to powder by hand pressure. Common examples: sprayed pipe lagging, gasket covers, and insulation.
Additional Safety Notes
Respiratory Protection-ensure:
- Persons are deemed medically fit to wear
- Issued to individuals
- Fit testing is conducted by competent person
- Complete facial seal (no facial hair)
Note: Continuous flow positive pressure respirators should be provided for persons with beards/stubble. Use correctly- fitting air-supply hoods for persons who need prescriptions glasses.
Do not leave respirators in asbestos contaminated area when not in use. Do not leave hanging around neck.
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