445Duty to train workers about asbestos

445 Duty to train workers about asbestos

(1)  In addition to the training required by Division 1 of Part 3.2 , a person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure that workers engaged by the person, whom the person reasonably believes may be involved in asbestos removal work or in the carrying out of asbestos-related work, are trained in the identification and safe handling of, and suitable control measures for, asbestos and ACM.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) an individual, a fine not exceeding $6 000; or

(b) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $30 000.

(2)  This regulation does not apply in relation to a worker referred to in regulation 460 .

(3)  The person must ensure that a record is kept of the training undertaken by the worker –

(a) while the worker is carrying out the work; and

(b) for 5 years after the day the worker ceases working for the person.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) an individual, a fine not exceeding $1 250; or

(b) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $6 000.

(4)  The person must keep the record available for inspection under the Act.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) an individual, a fine not exceeding $1 250; or

(b) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $6 000.