456Identification and removal of asbestos before refurbishment

456 Identification and removal of asbestos before refurbishment

(1)  This regulation applies if a structure or plant at a workplace is to be refurbished.

(2)  This regulation does not apply 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 refurbishment is identified; and

(b) so far as is reasonably practicable, that the asbestos is removed before the refurbishment is commenced.

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.