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AAG008

Working Around ACM

Who this applies to

Scope

Workers, contractors and supervisors carrying out non-removal work near ACM.

Core procedure

Four essential steps

  1. 01

    Check the asbestos register, management plan and work area before authorisation.

  2. 02

    Clearly mark or isolate ACM and define prohibited activities.

  3. 03

    Brief workers on controls, emergency actions and stop-work authority.

  4. 04

    Inspect the area during and after work and report any damage or unexpected material immediately.

Current official referencesWorkSafe: asbestos guidance ↗WorkSafe: interpretive guidelines ↗Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016 ↗