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Remove non-friable asbestos

Remove non-friable asbestos

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE3028
State Code
OFJ77
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2026
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
040399 - Building, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to remove non-friable asbestos containing material (ACM).It includes preparing, containing and removing non-friable ACM, and knowledge of decontamination and disposal requirements.Site location can be a real workplace or simulated environment that may include domestic or commercial premises, a demolition site, a new worksite or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained.Project sites for removal of non-friable asbestos include construction sites, ships and soils. The model work health and safety (WHS) regulations and the Code of Practice: How to safely remove asbestos (2018) requires workers to hold certification for the class of licensed asbestos removal work they will be undertaking. Completion of this unit of competency is certification to undertake non-friable (Class B) removal work.Occupational licenses are required nationally. This unit is required for all ACM removal workers engaged in the removal of more than ten square metres of non-friable ACM.Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant state and territory regulatory authorities to confirm specific jurisdictional licensing requirements to remove non-friable ACM.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for asbestos removal.
  • 1.1 Obtain work instructions and participate in review of asbestos removal control plan (ARCP) and safe work method statements (SWMS).
  • 1.2 Gather safety requirements and data from an on-site assessment and asbestos register where available.
  • 1.3 Use information sources to ensure the ARCP and SWMS are site-specific for the removal of asbestos materials.
  • 1.4 Select tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) consistent with job requirements to carry out tasks, check for serviceability, and rectify or report faults prior to commencement.
  • 1.5 Notify regulator, occupants, neighbours and other affected parties according to legislation and within limits of own responsibility and code of practice.
  • 1.6 Contribute to the preparation and use of an emergency plan, within limits of own responsibility and according to legislative and company requirements.
  • 1.7 Contribute to processes required to undertake air monitoring and to meet health monitoring requirements in line with level of authority and responsibility and regulatory requirements.
2 Prepare asbestos removal site.
  • 2.1 Identify location of non-friable asbestos materials and confirm with supervisor location of site boundaries.
  • 2.2 Implement signage and barricade requirements to delineate the asbestos removal site according to ARCP.
  • 2.3 Prepare and place materials and equipment required for removal of ACM from site.
3 Set up asbestos work area.
  • 3.1 Designate boundaries of asbestos work area according to ARCP requirements.
  • 3.2 Set up decontamination according to ARCP.
  • 3.3 Set up asbestos waste storage and waste transit route according to ARCP.
  • 3.4 Undertake processes to ensure the safety of the site, including deactivating or securing utilities where necessary prior to commencing work.
4 Remove non-friable asbestos.
  • 4.1 Fit-check respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and fit PPE.
  • 4.2 Wet down or spray work area with particle binder.
  • 4.3 Carry out asbestos removal ensuring airborne asbestos fibres are kept to a minimum (i.e. appropriate tools, wet removal, minimise breakage, good handling techniques).
  • 4.4 Contain, wrap or otherwise seal the wet asbestos, place into removal bags or bins, seal and label according to ARCP.
5 Carry out decontamination process.
  • 5.1 Carry out decontamination of the work area and tools according to ARCP.
  • 5.2 Carry out personal decontamination according to ARCP.
6 Clean up work area.
  • 6.1 Remove asbestos waste materials and equipment from the area according to ARCP.
  • 6.2 Store tools, plant and equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and regulatory requirements to ensure site is ready for clearance inspection.
  • 6.3 Take steps to ensure clearance inspection requirements are met, within the limits of own responsibility and to ensure clearance certificate is gained from a competent person or licensed asbestos assessor.
7 Complete regulatory processes
  • 7.1 Ensure clearance inspection is undertaken prior to removing signage, plant and equipment.
  • 7.2 Contribute to the preparation and use of documentation for regulatory notification processes, within limits of own responsibility and according to legislative and company requirements.
  • 7.3 Provide stakeholders with clearance inspection certificate prior to reoccupation, as required.
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State Code National Code Title Type
OCN82 CPCCDE3014 Remove non-friable asbestos Unit of competency