Asbestos Removal (Friable — Class A) — Safe Work Method Statement

Safe work procedures for the removal of friable asbestos-containing materials requiring a Class A asbestos removal licence, including enclosure construction, negative pressure, air monitoring, decontamination, and waste disposal.

5 work steps 6 hazards identified 6 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

High-Risk Activity Categories

Asbestos Removal

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Reg 458 (Class A licence required) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 466 (removal control plan) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 472 (air monitoring) WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(f) (SWMS high risk)

PPE Requirements

Full-face P3 powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) (AS/NZS 1716) Type 5 disposable coveralls (taped at wrists/ankles) (Category III Type 5/6) Boot covers (disposable) (N/A) Inner and outer nitrile gloves (AS/NZS 2161.1) Safety footwear (dedicated to asbestos work) (AS/NZS 2210.3)

Australian Standards Referenced

Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — How to safely remove asbestos Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace NOHSC:3003 — Guidance Note on the Membrane Filter Method for Estimating Airborne Asbestos Fibres AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory protective devices AS/NZS 1715 — Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment
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