452Identification and removal of asbestos before demolition

452 Identification and removal of asbestos before demolition (1) This regulation applies if a structure or plant at a workplace is to be demolished. (2) This regulation does not apply: (a) in an emergency to which regulation 454 applies; or (b) to residential premises. (3) The person with management or control of the workplace, or of the structure or plant, must ensure: (a) that all asbestos that is likely to be disturbed by the demolition is identified; and removed before the demolition is commenced. (4) Subregulation (3)(b) does not apply if the purpose of the demolition is to gain access to the asbestos. Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 350