Best Practices for working with asbestos bridge coatings, continued

Wear hard hat, protective eyewear, and gloves.

Respiratory protection is recommended but not required for Structures and Construction inspection related activities. Respirators are required for maintenance activities. Minimally acceptable respirators are half-face mask respirators equipped with HEPA cartridges. See Respiratory Protection Safety Bulletin SB-96-3.

Wash thoroughly after working with bridge coatings.

For employees with Operations and Maintenance Certification, the maximum area of coating removal shall not exceed 10 square feet per project, except under emergency repair circumstances. Under emergency circumstances where more than 10 square feet are removed disposable coveralls shall be provided and if possible wash facilities including showers made available.