ASBESTOS REMOVAL ACTIVITIES

Is a supervisor present for all removal activities? During all work in which RACM is stripped, removed or otherwise handled, a supervisor must be on site overseeing these activities. This is a requirement under the asbestos NESHAP regulations, as well as the OSHA shipyard industry standards.

As described in the OSHA shipyard industry regulation, the supervisor (also commonly called the qualified person) must perform or supervise specific activities during asbestos removal work:

Set up the regulated area, enclosure, or other containment; and ensure the integrity of the enclosure or containment.

Set up procedures to control entry to and exit from the area and/or enclosure.

Supervise all worker exposure monitoring and ensure that it is conducted appropriately.

Ensure that employees working within the enclosure and/or using glove bags wear appropriate respirators and protective clothing.

Ensure, through on-site supervision, that workers set up, use, and remove engineering controls; use work practices; and use personal protective equipment.

Verify that workers use the hygiene facilities and observe the decontamination procedures.

Ensure through on-site inspection that engineering controls are functioning properly and employees are using proper work practices.

Ensure that notification requirements are met.

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