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AppendicesAppendix N – Removal of a small section of pipe laggingusing a glove bagThis appendix provides an example of how to perform a specific asbestos removal task.It does not address hazards other than asbestos (such as fall from heights or electricalhazards) – these hazards also need to be identified and the associated risk controlled.Note: Glove bag removal work does not require paraoccupational air-monitoring.1. Obtain and review the asbestos register (from the person who commissionedthe removal work).2. A class A-licensed removalist must perform the removal.3. Ensure a nominated supervisor is on site at all times when removalis being performed.4. Establish where the removal area will be and move all items out of the areaor cover then with plastic sheeting if they could be contaminated during theremoval work.5. Identify and isolate the removal area with appropriately placed durable signsand barricades using methods which may include temporary fencing, bollards,tape, rope or plastic sheeting. Ensure signs and barricades remain in place untila satisfactory visual inspection is achieved as part of the clearance certificate.6. Put on personal protective equipment including disposable coveralls with hood,boots and respirator. Preference needs to be given to boots without laces aslaced boots can be difficult to decontaminate.7. The minimum respiratory protection for this task is a half-face mask with a P1particulate cartridge or alternatively a disposable P1 respirator, provided thata proper fit can be assured.8. Ensure the plant and equipment has been made safe (eg pipework emptied,electrical supply isolated, equipment shut down).9. Set-up/attach glove bag and perform removal work as described in ‘Glovebag removal work’ on page 61.10. Begin the personal decontamination process.11. Clean the disposable coveralls and respirator while still wearing them. Coverallscan be cleaned using a HEPA vacuum, damp rag or fine water spray and therespirator can be cleaned with a wet rag or cloth.12. While still wearing the respirator, remove coveralls, turning them inside-outto entrap any remaining contamination and then place them into an asbestoswaste bag.13. Remove the respirator. If a non-disposable respirator was used, inspect it toensure it is free from contamination, clean it with a wet rag if necessary, thenstore in a container. Disposable respirators do not require cleaning. They needto be placed into an asbestos waste bag or waste container dedicated forasbestos waste.14. Ensure all used rags are placed into waste bags.15. Ensure all waste bags are goose-necked, the exterior cleaned then doublebagged and all waste containers are sealed. Place them all into a securestorage facility or transport vehicle for disposal.WorkSafe Victoria Compliance code / Removing asbestos in workplaces 109