During demolition of a 1960s building, a contractor discovers suspected asbestos-containing materials. Under Cal/OSHA Title 8, what is the first required action before continuing work?
Correct Answer
D) Presume the material contains asbestos and implement Class I procedures
Cal/OSHA Section 1529 requires that suspected asbestos-containing materials in buildings built before 1981 be presumed to contain asbestos, and Class I asbestos work procedures must be implemented.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Cal/OSHA Section 1529 requires that suspected asbestos-containing materials in buildings built before 1981 be presumed to contain asbestos, and Class I asbestos work procedures must be implemented.
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