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A C-20 warm air heating contractor discovers asbestos while installing ductwork in a 1960s home. The homeowner asks the contractor to remove it. What should the contractor do?

Correct Answer

B) Decline the work as it's outside their license classification

Asbestos removal requires specialized licensing (C-21 or HAZ classification). Working outside one's license classification violates B&P Code Section 7059.

Answer Options
A
Remove it but charge extra for hazardous material handling
B
Decline the work as it's outside their license classification
C
Remove the asbestos as it's part of the heating work
D
Get written permission from the homeowner first

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Asbestos removal requires specialized licensing (C-21 or HAZ classification). Working outside one's license classification violates B&P Code Section 7059.

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