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safetybod  
#1 Posted : 13 August 2012 14:29:07(UTC)
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safetybod
For PPE that is only worn as a precautionary measure (ie accessing fuse board containing asbestos), how is the PPE to be disposed of if it is less than 0.1% asbestos contaminated? Can it go as general waste, if bagged up?
Thanks in advance
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bilbo  
#2 Posted : 13 August 2012 16:00:00(UTC)
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bilbo
Strictly speaking it is contaminated and should be treated as such just like any other ACM waste.
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RayRapp  
#3 Posted : 13 August 2012 16:27:27(UTC)
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RayRapp
Unless you can prove that the PPE contains less than 0.1% asbestos I think it would be prudent to classify it as hazardous waste. I presume you mean overalls and face masks?
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