Hazardous materials and waste. Spray asbestos

(1) The manager shall ensure that spraying of asbestos, or material containing more than 1% asbestos is prohibited, and that protective clothing and equipment made of material containing asbestos is used in such a manner as to prevent the release of asbestos fibers. Ventilation and notices for (2) The manager shall ensure that all dangerous or potentially hazardous materials are stored in designated storage areas acceptable to the Inspector and such materials shall be clearly identified by signs, placards, or similar devices, and shall be well-ventilated to prevent any accumulation of dangerous fumes. The hazardous materials shall be arranged so that incompatible materials which could produce a harmful reaction if combined, are adequately separated. containers. (3) All dangerous or potentially hazardous materials shall be stored in containers that are designed, constructed and maintained in such a manner as to ensure proper containment of their contents under the environmental conditions in which they are stored, and shall be kept sealed or covered when not in use, and arranged so that they cannot be dislodged, fall, or suffer other damage. (4) Waste materials which could be detrimental to a person’s health, or which could cause a fire or explosion, while awaiting disposal, shall be stored in impervious containers, and labelled to clearly identify the contents and the nature of the hazard. Flammable waste storage. (5) Where the contents are flammable or capable of producing vapours or gases, the containers shall be covered and located in well-ventilated areas. Cleaning up spills. (6) Spills or release of hazardous waste materials shall be cleaned up as soon as possible by persons trained to safely handle the waste material. Such persons shall wear any necessary protective clothing and equipment to safeguard their health and safety. Protection from infrared and ultraviolet radiation. (7) The manager shall ensure that equipment that emits harmful levels of infrared or ultraviolet radiation is shielded to protect employees from exposure to such radiation and the manager shall supply personal protective equipment to any person who could become exposed to harmful radiation levels. when painting. (8) Where paints, protective coatings, adhesives or insulating materials containing isocyanate compounds or other compounds that have similar sensitizing effects are being applied, persons shall be protected from airborne contaminants by performing the work in an isolated enclosure having sufficient exhaust ventilation and that persons exposed are supplied with and use, an air-supplied respirator.