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North Australia Research Campus

Building NT02 Hazardous Materials Report

This document is uncontrolled once printed. You must consult the individual Building

Register prior to work commencing.

Contents Page 1. Revision Table

2. ANU Hazardous Materials Register

3. ANU Hazardous Materials Maintenance Log

4. Agon Environmental Report Date Janruary 28/01/2020

5. Future Inspection Reports and Certificates

1. Revision Table – Building NT02

Rev.

Nature of changes

Approval

Date

1 Original Report Agon Environmental

28/01/2020

2 3 4 5 6 7

2. ANU Hazardous Materials Register

Site Location: Building NT02Assessor: Brett McPherson Agon Environmental

JL0694_17B CHRY Refer Agon Report Mastic Mastic Gap sealant incapsulated below visable sealant 1 2 1 1 1 2 L

No Above/Below Ground Storage Located during inspection

3. ANU Hazardous Materials Maintenance Log

Hazardous Materials Maintenance Log

Site: Building NT02 Northern Australia Research Campus

ANU Hazardous Materials Maintenance Log The following log should be maintained by the responsible person. It should contain information relating to the on-going maintenance or control measures associated with ACM including removal, remedial works, repairs, inspection, monitoring and clearance details etc. Site: Building NT02 Date Scope/Location Carried out by Result/Comments Entered by 28/01/2020 Hazardous Materials Survey Brett McPherson of Agon

Environmental Whole Site assessment Brett McPherson Agon

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4. NT02 Agon Environmental Report

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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTER & MANAGEMENT PLAN NARU Building NT02 W002 Northern Australia Research Unit Northern Territory

Prepared for: Northern Australian Research Unit

Inspection Date: February 2020

Reference No: JA0733 NT02

Report Version: JA0733/01

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CONTENTS AGON DOCUMENT CONTROL ................................................................................................. iii

1.0 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................... 4

2.0 PURPOSE AND USE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTER ....................................... 5

2.1 Purpose of a Hazardous Material Register .......................................................... 5

2.2 Elements of this Hazardous Material Register .................................................... 5

2.3 Elements of this Hazardous Material Register .................................................... 6

Asbestos Materials ........................................................................................................ 6

Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF)...................................................................................... 6

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) .................................................................................. 6

Lead Paint ...................................................................................................................... 6

Ozone Depleting Substances (ODSs) ............................................................................. 6

Storage of Fuels ............................................................................................................. 6

Other Hazardous Materials ........................................................................................... 6

3.0 Hazardous Material Register ....................................................................................... 7

3.1 Site Map of Identified Hazardous Materials........................................................ 8

3.2 Locations of Identified Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) ............................ 9

Non-Asbestos Materials ................................................................................................... 9

3.3 Locations of Identified of Lead Base Paints.............................................................. 10

3.4 Locations of Identified Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF) ........................................... 11

3.5 Locations of Identified Polychlorinated Biphenyl’s (PCB) ........................................ 12

3.6 Locations of Identified Ozone Depleting Substances (ODSs) ................................... 13

3.7 Locations of Identified Above ground storage Tank (A/USTs) ................................. 14

4.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................... 15

5.0 Asbestos Management ............................................................................................. 16

5.1 Context .............................................................................................................. 16

5.2 Responsible Personnel ...................................................................................... 16

Asbestos Management Plan Controller ....................................................................... 16

Asbestos Consultant .................................................................................................... 16

6.0 ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR TENANTS & CONTRATORS ............................ 17

7.0 TENANTS & CONTRACTORS ASBESTOS INDUCTION ................................................. 18

3.1 Induction Process .............................................................................................. 18

3.2 Contractor Obligation ........................................................................................ 18

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8.0 ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN CONTROLLER ........................................................ 20

9.0 DISTURBANCE / DAMAGE / NEW FINDINGS ............................................................. 22

9.1 Inadvertent Damage .......................................................................................... 22

9.2 Newly Identified or Suspect Material ................................................................ 22

10.0 CONTRACTORS & MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL ......................................................... 23

10.1 Regulatory Controls on Equipment Used .......................................................... 23

11.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES – ACM DISTURBANCE .................................................... 24

11.0 LIMITATIONS ............................................................................................................. 26

APPENDIX A: NT WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS 2011 .................................. A

APPENDIX B: POLICIES AND MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES .............................................. B

APPENDIX C: LABORATORY ANALYSIS REPORT ................................................................. C

APPENDIX D: ASBESTOS REGISTER MANAGEMENT ...........................................................D

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Report Title: Project Reference

Hazardous Materials Register

Building NT02 Northern Australian Research Unit Northern Territory

JA0733 NT02

Written: Approved:

Brett McPherson

Senior Hazmat Consultant

Andrea Walsh

Hazardous Materials Consultant

Rev No Status Date Author Reviewer

01 FINAL 4/03/2020 BM AW

Rev No Copies Recipient

01 1 electronic Brett Morrison

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1.0 INTRODUCTION Agon Environmental Pty Ltd (Agon) was engaged by Mr Brett Morrison (“the client”) to prepare a Hazardous Material Register & Management Plan for the property located at North Australian National Research Station (“the site”). The site inspection was conducted by Agon personnel in January 2020.

This Hazardous Materials Register Details Asbestos Containing Material (ACM), Lead Paints, Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), Synthetic Mineral Fibre (SMF), Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and Fuel storage in above and underground storage tanks (A/UST identified following an inspection of the site. Identified Hazardous Materials listed in Section 3 of this report details the collated information regarding potential or confirmed.

Inaccessible areas and areas requiring destruction or demolition have not been inspected. An intrusive or destructive audit is required if demolition or significant alterations are contemplated to the site.

In accordance with the Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 (as in force 1 July 2017) refer Appendix A, this Hazardous Materials Register must be kept up to date. Industry best practice is to conduct regular re-inspections to ensure that the risk is regularly re-assessed and known to all stakeholders.

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2.0 PURPOSE AND USE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTER

2.1 Purpose of a Hazardous Material Register

A Hazardous Material Register details the type, condition and location of accessible hazardous materials to assist with the adoption of appropriate & regulatory management practices & procedures.

A Hazardous Material Register is created following a non-destructive audit that identifies visually evident Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM), Synthetic Mineral fibre (SMF), Lead Based Paints, PCBs, Ozone Depleting Substances & Fuel Storage Facilities.

The purpose of a Hazardous Material Register is to ensure that persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU), workers, contractors, clients and other stakeholders and persons with management or control of a workplace, are aware of the location, type, condition and risk, in order to avoid inadvertent disturbance of these materials.

It is a requirement of asbestos management regulations that regular inspections of the asbestos are conducted by a competent person, firstly to identify the type, condition and location of asbestos and secondly to assess any changes in the state of the asbestos.

It is important to note that this report is not intended for use as a pre- demolition or pre- refurbishment survey. If demolition, significant alterations or refurbishment incorporating demolition or structural disturbance is contemplated, please contact Agon for information regarding recommendations relevant to an intrusive audit.

2.2 Elements of this Hazardous Material Register

Detailed descriptions of each location, including photographs are provided in the Hazardous Material Register.

Risk ratings are also provided for the material identified at each location. Definitions for these risk ratings are provided in Appendix B. Results of laboratory analysis of sampled materials are provided in Appendix C.

WARNING: DISTURBANCE OF HAZARDOUS CONTAINING MATERIALS

Before commencing any works that are likely to disturb building materials on the site, the author of this Hazardous Material Register must be contacted.

All personnel undertaking works on the site that may result in the disturbance of any building materials on the site should read and sign this Hazardous Material Register Asbestos Control Form (refer Appendix D).

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2.3 Elements of this Hazardous Material Register

The hazardous materials covered by this report are subject to the regulatory and policy framework outlined in Appendix A. The methods used to detect and identify hazardous materials at the site are outlined below. Details of the findings of the Audit are provided in Section 3.

Asbestos Materials

Asbestos was noted by visual identification, samples were collected for later confirmatory analysis. All samples taken during the inspection were sent by Chane of custody to a NATA accredited laboratory for identification and attached as Appendix C.

Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF)

Synthetic mineral fibres were noted throughout the area of inspection by visual observation.

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

Where accessible, capacitors were noted in the fluorescent light fittings. The make and type were referenced in “Identification of PCB containing Capacitors 1997 ANZECC” which is a publication prepared for the Australian & New Zealand Environment & Conservation Council. This document lists capacitors that do & do not contain PCB’s. Any transformers are inspected as they could contain contaminated oil.

Lead Paint

Horizontal and vertical surfaces were screened in the field for lead using LeadCheck swabs. This is a screening process only and is not intended to be a quantitative test for lead. LeadCheck instructions report that painted surfaces can detect lead reproducibly in paints down to 0.5% (5,000 ppm). LeadCheck swabs may indicate lead in some paint films as low as 0.06% (600 ppm). Any paints providing positive results from these swabs would then be subjected to analysis at a NATA accredited laboratory for quantification.

Ozone Depleting Substances (ODSs)

A visual inspection of air conditioning and other equipment that may contain ODSs are inspected by checking compliant plates for time of manufacture.

Storage of Fuels

All internal and external areas of the buildings/Compound were visually inspected any visible contamination was noted and where required soil samples were taken by Chane of custody to a NATA accredited laboratory for identification and attached as Appendix C.

Other Hazardous Materials

Any other hazardous materials observed on the site have also been noted.

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3.0 Hazardous Material Register The locations and extent of Hazardous Containing Material are detailed in the following tables.

Results of laboratory analysis of sampled materials are provided in Appendix C.

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3.1 Site Map of Identified Hazardous Materials

LEGEND

Asbestos containing Expansion joint mastic.

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3.2 Locations of Identified Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)

• Asbestos is a hazardous material that poses a risk to health by inhalation if the asbestos fibres become airborne and people are exposed to these airborne fibres.

• The well-known adverse health consequences of exposure to airborne asbestos fibres can be prevented if precautions are taken and appropriate procedures and recommendation are followed.

• The risk posed by ACM depends on the nature and condition of the material and the potential for exposure.

• Managing the risks associated with asbestos involves Identifying the material and recording it in a register and limit its possible disturbance.

Asbestos Location 1 NT2 Library

Description Type of Material

Expansion Gap Mastic below visible mastic Mastic material containing Chrysotile

Photograph Size Tested Sample

2.4 lm JL0694_17B

Recommendation / Action:

Monitor and maintain Remove prior to any demolition

Risk Assessment:

Condition Stable

Friability Non-Friable

Recommended Signage 1 small warning signs

Risk Rating LOW

Non-Asbestos Materials

The following materials were sampled and found not to contain asbestos. The laboratory analysis results are provided in Appendix C.

• Sample JL0694_14 Porch Linings

• Sample JL0694_15 Mastic used between flange joints

• Sample JL0694_17A Expansion gap sealant Top layer visible

• Sample JL0694_16 Eaves lining

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3.3 Locations of Identified of Lead Base Paints

• Lead base Paints is a hazardous material that poses a risk to health and the environment by inhalation or ingested of the lead base paint particles.

• The well-known adverse health consequences of exposure to can be prevented if precautions are taken and appropriate procedures and recommendation are followed.

• The risk posed by Lead base paint depends on the nature and condition of the material and the potential for exposure.

• Managing the risks associated with lead base Paint involves Identifying the material and recording it in a register

• All painted surface was tested for the presence of lead using a lead check swab no traces of lead were present.

Lead Base Paints NT02 Library


Paint surfaces No trace of lead Paint detected all accessible areas were test using a lead check swab.

Internal/External Paints lead base

Photograph Size Tested Sample Method

N/A Lead Check Swabs


No further action required

Risk Assessment:

Condition Stable

Friability N/A

Recommended Signage Not Requires

Risk Rating Not requires

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3.4 Locations of Identified Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF)

• SMF is a generic term used to describe a number of Non-crystalline fibrous materials including glass fibre, mineral wool (rockwool) and ceramic these materials are also known as Man Made Mineral Fibres (MMMF).

• The well-known adverse health consequences of exposure to can be prevented if precautions are taken and appropriate procedures are followed.

• The risk posed by SMF depends on the nature and condition of the material and the potential for exposure.

• Managing the risks associated with SMF involves Identifying the material and recording it in a register

• Communicating it to others by the use of Tool Boxes, JSA, & discussions

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SMF used as insulation material between the roof sheets and ceiling

Insulation material containing glass fibres and mineral wool.


120 m2 Visual glass and wool


No immediate action required If contemplating major renovations care should be used to contain the release of the glass fibres and appropriate PPE should be used when handling

Risk Assessment:

Condition Stable

Friability N/A



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3.5 Locations of Identified Polychlorinated Biphenyl’s (PCB)

• PCBS are chemically stable synthetic compounds that do not degrade overtime the major use was insulating fluid inside transformers and capacitors in lighting.

• The well-known adverse health consequences of exposure to can be prevented if precautions are taken and appropriate procedures are followed.

• The risk posed by PCB depends on the condition of the holding container that the substance is in and the potential for exposure.

• Managing the risks associated with PCB involves Identifying the material and recording it in a register

• Communicating it to others by the use of Tool Boxes, JSA, & discussions

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No PCBs noted during the inspection Insulation compounds in capacitors and transformers


N/A Visual check


Due to Age and previous up grades in 2015 no PCB noted during inspection No other action is required.

Risk Assessment:

Condition Stable

Friability N/A



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3.6 Locations of Identified Ozone Depleting Substances (ODSs)

• ODSs are used for heat transfer in refrigeration and air conditioning systems, Release of these substances to the atmosphere has the ability to cause long term damage to ozone depletion.

• The well-known consequences of these substance entering the atmosphere can be prevented if precautions are taken and appropriate procedures are followed.

• The risk posed by ODSs depends on the condition of the holding container that the substance is contained, air conditioning and refrigeration system.

• Managing the risks associated with ODSs involves Identifying the material and recording it in a register

• Communicating it to others by the use of Tool Boxes, JSA, & discussions and up grading equipment.

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No ODSs noted during the inspection The refrigerant R410A was noted be used in the Air Conditioning Unit. This is a none ozone depleting substance..


N/A Visual check dates


Due to no ODSs noted during inspection No other action required.

Risk Assessment:

Condition Stable

Friability N/A



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3.7 Locations of Identified Above ground storage Tank (A/USTs)

• A/UST Fuel storage tank containing diesel or oils for storage.

• Petroleum (Diesel) products are classified as a dangerous Substance and.

• The risk posed by ASTs depends on the condition of the holding container that the substance is contained ensure regular maintenance

• Managing the risks associated with ODSs involves Identifying the material and recording it in a register

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Above / Below ground tank No tanks were located during the inspection


N/A Visual check dates


Not applicable no further action required

Risk Assessment:

Condition Stable

Friability N/A



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4.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) have been identified at the site as identified in Section 3. Specific recommendations for the management of ACM at each location within the site are also provided in Section 3.

It is important to note that if asbestos products are disturbed, asbestos fibres may be released, thereby resulting in a health risk. Great care therefore must be exercised in the immediate and ongoing management of any products found to contain asbestos.

It is very important and a requirement under the NT WHS Regulations that Safe Management Procedures are developed in a written Asbestos Management Plan refer section 5 of this report.

The actual risk is considered to occur only if asbestos containing materials are disturbed in some way in contradiction to the recommendations listed in this report. It is important that implementation of the recommendations listed in this report be adopted.

In addition, it is important that trades people and any persons carrying out maintenance activities in the workplace are made aware of this Asbestos Register before commencing any work.

All work with asbestos containing materials should be conducted in accordance with the guidelines set out in the following documents:

• Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 (as in force 1 July 2017)

• Code of Practice - “How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace” (Jan 2012)

• Code of Practice - “How to Safely Remove Asbestos” (Jan 2012).

If the reader is in doubt with regard to any of the detail and or implications of the contents of this report, then they are invited to call the following:

Agon Environmental Pty Ltd (NT Office): 08 7918 7807

Agon Environmental Pty Ltd (Head Office): 08 8338 1009

NT Worksafe: 1800 250 713

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5.0 Asbestos Management

5.1 Context

This AMP is an operational and maintenance manual, designed in accordance with the Code of Practice: ‘How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace’ (January 2012) to ensure that future works at the site do not result in uncontrolled asbestos-related risks.

All asbestos-related activities carried out at the site are to be carried out under the auspices of this AMP.

5.2 Responsible Personnel

The following key personnel are responsible for the implementation and updating of this AMP:

• Asbestos Management Plan Controller; and

• Asbestos Consultant.

Asbestos Management Plan Controller

The Asbestos Management Plan Controller (AMP Controller) is responsible for the planning, administration and supervision of asbestos-related tasks at the site, as detailed in Section 4. The AMP Controller is also responsible for the management of the Asbestos Register for the site.

North Australia research Unit has appointed the following person as the AMP Controller If No appointment site manager will take on responsibilities.

Name Title Contact Details

Site Operation Manager 0488 687 493 08 8920 9966

Asbestos Consultant

If for any reason the Management Plan Controllers cannot be contacted, Agon, as the designated Asbestos Consultant and author of this AMP, should be contacted.

Firm Contact Details

Agon Environmental 0413 355 363 08 7918 7807

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6.0 ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR TENANTS & CONTRATORS North Australia research Unit has ensured through this Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) that all practicable steps have been taken to prevent and minimise the risk of exposure to airborne asbestos fibres to all occupants and tenants including contractors conducting maintenance or refurbishment works in this premises.

This AMP has been prepared in accordance with the Safe Work Australia Code of Practice – ‘How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace’ (January 2012) and the Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011.

North Australia research Unit aim is to meet or exceed the requirements specified in any regulatory requirements and ensure that tenants, contractors and all other persons are made aware of the Asbestos Register and the Asbestos Management Plan before commencing work at the site.

The following documentation is located in this current Asbestos Register for the site:

• Current relevant legislation;

• Industry standards and codes of practice; and

• Register of Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) identified at the site.

The current Asbestos Register for the site is held at the site and a copy is held by the Asbestos Management Plan Controller for the site.

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7.0 TENANTS & CONTRACTORS ASBESTOS INDUCTION

3.1 Induction Process

All contractors and maintenance personnel visiting the site must report to the Asbestos Management Plan Controller (AMP Controller) or their representative, prior to commencing any works where asbestos may be disturbed.

The AMP Controller will provide a brief induction for the site, examine the works to be performed and advise what can, and cannot, be done. The induction will include the following information:

• Areas of the building that are known to contain ACM;

• Provide access to the Asbestos Register and Asbestos Management Plan for the site and ensure these are made available, on site, to all tenants and contractors for reference prior to any works commencing;

• Any asbestos abatement works must be approved by the AMP Controller and conducted by suitably qualified (licensed) contractors;

• During normal routine maintenance work, external contractors and other personnel must report any residual, deteriorating or damaged ACM (or suspected ACM) to the AMP Controller as soon as possible so that appropriate action can be taken; and

• There is no guarantee that all ACM has been identified on site due to access limitations and any suspect materials encountered during building, demolition or maintenance works must also be reported to the AMP Controller. If any suspect materials that are not noted in the asbestos register are encountered, all work in the area must cease until the suspect material has been assessed by an asbestos consultant.

Contractor personnel must confirm they understand the requirements of the AMP before any work is conducted on this site.

3.2 Contractor Obligation

All contractors working at the site are be responsible for ensuring that works are conducted in accordance with the AMP and all inductions have been completed prior to undertaking work.

Contractors must also ensure proper safety procedures are followed and works are conducted in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements, this AMP and best industry practice.

If at any time the Contractor discovers, in the area of work, the presence of asbestos or any loose fibrous materials that may contain asbestos, it shall not be disturbed under any circumstances. The Contractor must contact the AMP Controller immediately; however, in the event that the AMP Controller is not available, the appointed standby AMP Controller or asbestos consultant must be contacted and informed of the existence of the suspect material.

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All contractors must refer to the sites Asbestos Register and the AMP prior to any work being carried out where asbestos containing material is likely to be present or has been identified. A copy of the full AMP and Asbestos Register is available at the site.

As a contractor of this site you are obliged by the Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 (as in force 21 August 2019) to comply with the AMP that has been developed for this site. Your responsibilities also require you to inform the AMP Controller of the following:

• When planning refurbishment works at the site.

• Of maintenance or repair works on the buildings.

• Any other works likely to disturb the building structures or fabric.

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8.0 ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN CONTROLLER The following tasks are the responsibility of the Asbestos Management Plan Controller (AMP Controller):

• Maintain the Asbestos Register for the site and ensure that the ACM is regularly re-assessed by a competent person to comply with the Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 (as in force 21 August 2019) and the Code of Practice, ‘How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace’ (January 2012). It is recommended that the asbestos register be reviewed at least every 12 months and a visual inspection of identified ACM should be undertaken as part of any review.

• The asbestos register must also be reviewed/updated by a competent person (asbestos consultant) when:

o The asbestos management plan is reviewed;

o Further asbestos or ACM is identified at the workplace;

o Asbestos is removed from, or disturbed, sealed or enclosed at, the workplace; or

o Prior to demolition or refurbishment.

• More frequent reviews may be required where a risk assessment indicates the need for reassessment.

• Maintain the AMP and ensure the AMP is reviewed by a competent person (asbestos consultant) when:

o there is a review of the asbestos register or a control measure;

o asbestos is removed from, or disturbed, sealed or enclosed at, the workplace;

o the plan is no longer adequate for managing asbestos or ACM at the workplace;

o a health and safety representative request a review;

o or the AMP Controller relinquishes control of the AMP; or

o at least once every 5 years.

• Liaise with tenants, contractors and maintenance personnel and ensure that all contractors whose work may impact ACM are informed of the presence of asbestos at the site.

• Administer asbestos inductions and asbestos awareness training for contractors, site management and other key personnel as necessary.

• In the event that remedial or maintenance works are to be carried out, the AMP Controller must ensure that a risk assessment with recommendations are performed by a competent person prior to any work with or adjacent to ACM.

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• Engage a licensed asbestos removal contractor and an independent hygienist consultant as required by legislative requirements to conduct asbestos removal works and provide airborne fibre monitoring and clearance inspections.

• Inform occupants of all asbestos remedial works and air monitoring results.

• Prior to renovation or demolition works, ensure materials identified as containing asbestos are safely removed by an appropriately licensed removal contractor from any proposed work area or appropriately contained so as to prevent accidental damage.

• Prior to renovation or demolition works, contact Agon for recommendations regarding a penetrative / destructive asbestos inspection.

• Ensure exposure to asbestos is kept as low as reasonably achievable and that no person is exposed to airborne asbestos fibres in excess of the exposure standard.

• Ensure asbestos-related records are maintained with this AMP. File all asbestos related documentation on an on-going basis including asbestos register updates, asbestos removal specifications, asbestos removal control plans, and air monitoring and clearance inspection certificates.

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9.0 DISTURBANCE / DAMAGE / NEW FINDINGS

9.1 Inadvertent Damage

If damage to any ACM is observed, the damage must be reported to the AMP Controller immediately. The AMP Controller will initiate the appropriate corrective action, including recording the damage on the Asbestos register.

It is important that the procedure in Appendix A of this asbestos management plan is adhered to. If only minor damage occurs, e.g. minor cracking to asbestos cement sheet, the AMP Controller may assess the damage and decide an appropriate course of action, which may be to seal any exposed edges with paint. If the damage is considered serious enough to require further management, the risk may be assessed by an asbestos consultant or be removed by a licensed asbestos removal contractor.

9.2 Newly Identified or Suspect Material

If materials are encountered that are not listed in the Asbestos Register, unknown to the worker and suspected of containing asbestos, it is imperative that work cease pending further investigation and sampling, and appropriate precautions for dealing with asbestos materials should be implemented.

If the above situations occur, work at the site should immediately cease, and the Emergency Procedure for Accidental Damage or Discovery of New Asbestos-Containing Materials (Appendix A) must be followed.

All reports of damaged ACM are to be kept on file with the Asbestos Register and the AMP.

Please contact Agon Environmental (08 7918 7807) for site inspections, asbestos identification and on-site risk assessments.

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10.0 CONTRACTORS & MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL The AMP Controller must ensure that all contractors working at the site are inducted and made aware of the asbestos register and the AMP. All Contractors / Maintenance Personnel working at the site shall be responsible for ensuring that works are conducted in accordance with the AMP and all inductions have been completed.

Contractors / Maintenance Personnel must also ensure proper safety procedures are followed and works are conducted in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements, this AMP and best industry practice.

10.1 Regulatory Controls on Equipment Used

The Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 (as in force 21 August 2019) state that a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) must not use, or direct or allow a worker to use, either of the following on asbestos or ACM:

• High-pressure water spray; or

• Compressed air.

This regulation does not apply to the use of a high pressure water spray for fire-fighting or fire protection purposes.

A PCBU must not use, or direct or allow a worker to use, any of the following equipment on asbestos or ACM unless the use of the equipment is controlled:

• Power tools;

• Brooms; or

• Any other implements that cause the release of airborne asbestos into the atmosphere.

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11.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES – ACM DISTURBANCE In the event of the disturbance of any asbestos containing material on the site, the following procedures should be followed. Actions associated with each step are detailed, along with the person responsible for the undertaking the recommended action.

The following key personnel are responsible for the implementation and updating of this AMP:

Role Name Contact Details

Asbestos Management Plan Controller Site Operations Manager 08 8920 9966

Asbestos Consultant Agon Environmental 08 7918 7807

STEP ACTION WHO

1 Disturbance or damage to ACM identified

Stop work immediately when ACM has been damaged or new ACM is identified. Go to Step 2.

All workers

2 Restrict access to affected area

Restrict access to the area by closing doors, taping off access points and installing temporary signage to prevent site occupants or members of the public from entering the immediate area, and to prevent any further disturbance of asbestos materials in the area. Go to Step 3.

Contractor or worker supervisor Property Manager Maintenance crew

3 Notify the Asbestos Management Plan Controller (AMP Controller)

Notify the AMP Controller -8920 9966 or Agon – 08 7918 7807 Go to Step 4.

Contractor or worker supervisor

4 Implement Incident Notification Process

Assess situation, notify key stakeholders as per incident notification process. Go to Step 5.

AMP Controller

5 Notify Asbestos Consultant

Notify Asbestos Consultant (Agon 08 7918 7807) to arrange inspection and advise appropriate control strategies. Go to Step 6.

AMP Controller

6 Risk Assessment Conduct inspection of site and undertake risk assessment of ACM disturbance. If necessary, take sample of suspected asbestos materials: Notify AMP Controller result of analysis Negative result – resume works Positive result – Go to Step 7.

Asbestos Consultant AMP Controller

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STEP ACTION WHO

7 Asbestos Removal

AMP Controller (in consultation with Asbestos Consultant) to engage a Licensed Asbestos Removal Contractor to undertake asbestos cleanup and decontamination works. Go to Step 8.

AMP Controller Asbestos Consultant Licensed Asbestos Removalist

8 Airborne Fibre Monitoring and Clearance

Conduct airborne fibre monitoring adjacent to the contaminated work area to ensure that fibre levels do not exceed acceptable levels. After clean-up works have been completed, an independent visual clearance inspection shall be conducted to ensure that the asbestos removal has been completed to a satisfactory standard. Airborne asbestos fibre clearance monitoring shall also be conducted as required within removal work areas to ensure areas are safe for re-occupation by unprotected personnel. Asbestos Consultant to issue clearance documentation. Go to Step 9.

Asbestos Consultant

9 Debrief and Review AMP Procedures

Debrief staff Review the Asbestos Management Plan procedures and controls to ensure they were being followed correctly. Go to Step 10.

AMP Controller Asbestos Consultant

10 Update Asbestos Register

Update site Asbestos Register. Archive incident documents and re-issue the up-dated Asbestos Register for the site.

Asbestos Consultant AMP Controller

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11.0 LIMITATIONS Asbestos is known to have been used in over 3,000 building products, the most common being in fibre cement products, vinyl flooring, electrical switchboards and insulation materials to hot water and steam pipes.

However, asbestos can also be found in many other products located in inaccessible components of buildings, plant and equipment including the following areas:

• Interior parts of air conditioning systems

• Wall cavities, slabs, underside of floors

• Interior workings of plant and equipment

• Services, in ceiling or floor spaces or underground

• Wall “chased” lagged pipework

• Floor coverings subsequently overlaid

Where asbestos products have been removed (e.g. vinyl floor coverings), then residue may exist under skirting boards and/or subsequently laid floor coverings.

The work involved in preparing an Asbestos Register is based on visual inspection of the building and/or plant and equipment. As well, representative samples of suspect materials are collected, and reasonable assumptions are made from those samples. These samples may not be a true representation of every element, part or component of the area of material concerned.

Further, it is becoming increasingly evident that some building materials containing asbestos have been removed and replaced by non-asbestos containing materials, particularly cement sheeting. In numerous cases only partial removal has occurred, leaving asbestos product remaining and this is often painted. While appropriate sampling has occurred the only sure determinant is to sample and analyse every section or piece in question. Full clarification would require a further visit to the site to obtain appropriate samples for analysis.

This asbestos register/management plan includes known asbestos building products detected in the course of the inspection. Additionally, where applicable, assumptions made on where asbestos is likely to be found are also stated. In some cases, builders have been known to mix asbestos into materials that would not normally contain asbestos (e.g. mortar, plaster, renders etc.) and, unless stated otherwise, these have not been sampled during the course of this survey.

If an inaccessible area is suspected of having asbestos, it may need further verification. The decision regarding this will remain purely at the discretion of the client.

It is important to note that this report is not intended for use as a pre-demolition or pre-refurbishment survey. If demolition, significant alterations or refurbishment incorporating demolition or structural disturbance is contemplated, please contact Agon for information regarding recommendations relevant to an intrusive audit.

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There is no known reliable instrument available for in-situ asbestos detection. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral of inert characteristics. For the above reasons, including the inaccessibility of many asbestos products, no guarantee can be given, express or implied, that the inspection will reveal all the asbestos containing materials that may be located in the workplace described in this report.

This report should be read in conjunction with any other asbestos related reports and or communication / documentation prepared for the property. No individual section of this report should be read in isolation without taking the whole report into account. If the report is to be copied for whatever reason the whole of the report should be included.

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APPENDIX A: NT WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS 2011 EXCERPTS OF THE WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS 2011

under the Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (as in force 1 May 2016) Please note that the notes below above are a summary only of several relevant sections. The NT Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011 can be downloaded in full at www.dcm.nt.gov.au

Chapter 8 – Asbestos, of the above regulations prescribes the management requirements in regard to asbestos and include the following:

PART 1 - PROHIBITIONS AND AUTHORISED CONDUCT.

Regulation 419 - A Person conducting a business or undertaking must not carry out, or direct or allow a worker to carry out, work involving asbestos unless the work is as specified under this regulation.

PART 2 - GENERAL DUTY.

Regulation 420 - A person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure that exposure of a person at a workplace to airborne asbestos is eliminated so far as is reasonably practical, and that the exposure standard for airborne asbestos is not exceeded.

PART 3 – MANAGEMENT OF ASBESTOS AND ASSOCIATED RISKS

Regulation 422 – A person with management or control of a workplace must ensure, so far as is reasonably practical, that all asbestos at the workplace is identified by a competent person.

Regulation 423 – A person with management or control of a workplace may identify asbestos by arranging for a sample of material to be analysed for the presence of asbestos, and that the sample is analysed only by a NATA accredited laboratory, or a laboratory operated or approved by the regulator

Regulation 425 - A person with management or control of a workplace must ensure that an asbestos register is prepared and kept at the workplace, and that the asbestos register is maintained and kept up to date. The asbestos register must detail the location, type and condition of the asbestos containing materials.

Regulation 426 - A person with management or control of a workplace where an asbestos register is kept must ensure that the register is reviewed or revised (updated) when:

• The asbestos management plan is updated • Further asbestos is identified • Asbestos is removed from, or disturbed, sealed or enclosed, at the workplace • Before demolition or refurbishment (Regulation 448)

Regulation 427 - A person with management or control of a workplace must ensure that the register is readily accessible to persons as defined in this regulation (includes workers at a workplace).

Regulation 429 - A person with management or control of a workplace must ensure that a written asbestos management plan (AMP) for the workplace is prepared and must ensure that the information in the plan is kept up to date and is readily accessible to workers at the workplace.

Regulation 430 - A person with management or control of a workplace that has an asbestos management plan must ensure that the plan is revised in the following circumstances:

• There is a review of the asbestos register or a control measure • Asbestos is removed from, disturbed, sealed or enclosed or at the workplace • The plan is no longer adequate for managing asbestos at the workplace • A Health & Safety representative requests a review under sub-regulation (2) • At least once every 5 years

PART 5 - ASBESTOS AT THE WORKPLACE

Regulation 446 – A person conducting a business or undertaking must not use, or direct or allow a worker to use a high-pressure water spray or compressed air on asbestos containing materials. Additionally, power tools, brooms or any other implements that cause the release of airborne asbestos must not be used unless the use of this equipment is controlled.

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APPENDIX B: POLICIES AND MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES It is important to note that if asbestos products are disturbed, asbestos fibres may be released, thereby resulting in a health risk. Great care therefore must be exercised in the immediate and ongoing management of any products found to contain asbestos.

If products containing asbestos have been identified, it is a requirement under the Northern Territory Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011 (as in force 1 July 2017) that an asbestos management plan is developed, with specific procedures for the on-going management of the asbestos containing materials.

Risk ratings have been assigned to each item of asbestos, the definitions of which are described below.

Very High

Friable asbestos material likely to pose a risk to health from exposure (e.g. accessible insulation and likely to be disturbed, or located in air conditioning ducts, or asbestos poorly bonded to substrate, or asbestos is severely water damaged).

High ACM showing significant deterioration that is only likely to be disturbed during routine maintenance activity.

Medium ACM showing minor deterioration that is only likely to be disturbed during routine maintenance activity.

Low ACM that is not friable and in a stable condition (sealed/encapsulated) and unlikely to be disturbed by regular access in normal operation conditions.

The following is provided for information and a guide on the specific actions required:

• Adopt procedures that restrict access to the asbestos containing products.

• Persons having management or control of a workplace should ensure all staff, contractors and sub-contractors are aware of the presence of asbestos on the site, particularly prior to work being carried out on asbestos containing materials.

• When changes to the workplace are required affecting asbestos containing materials, management, staff, contractors and sub-contractors should be aware that breakage, cutting or machining of asbestos containing materials is likely to cause asbestos fibres to be released, resulting in an increased health and safety risk.

• Within prescribed parameters, when either friable or non-friable materials are to be removed, NT regulations stipulate that only licensed asbestos removal companies can remove the materials. For further information, contact Agon or NT Worksafe.

• In accordance with the Northern Territory legislation, asbestos registers must be reviewed / updated whenever the management plan is reviewed, whenever further

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asbestos is identified or when asbestos materials are removed, disturbed, sealed or enclosed, or before demolition or refurbishment.

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• In accordance with the NT Code of Practice –” How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace January 2012)”, warning signs must be installed on asbestos containing materials. Contact Agon regarding sign installation.

• Any person who intends to carry out work should first be shown this Asbestos Register and sign the control form in Appendix D.

• Vinyl tile and vinyl sheet flooring manufactured prior to 1982, in many cases, contained asbestos. It is safe practice therefore, in the event of renovation work or other activities disturbing such flooring, to assume that the material does in fact contain asbestos. Laboratory testing at the time of works would verify the existence or otherwise of asbestos. If the existence of asbestos has been positively identified within this report, then no further testing would be required.

• It was common practice until the late 1970s for small diameter hot water pipes to be concealed in walls and to be partially or totally insulated with brown or white asbestos. Confirmation or otherwise as to the presence of these “chased” pipes is simply not possible with a non-destructive visual inspection. Appropriate precaution must be observed if the walls are disturbed in the vicinity of concealed hot water pipes.

• In the event that the subject workplace has been found to contain products-containing friable asbestos, e.g. pipe lagging, woven asbestos rope material, then please take note of specific recommendations within this section of the report. In broad terms, great care should be taken at all times not to disturb the friable asbestos, signage must at all times be present and, finally, removal should take place as soon as reasonably practicable, or as recommended in this report.

• If roof cladding contains asbestos (e.g. “Deep 6” corrugated fibre cement), the following special restrictions are recommended:

o Limit access to the roof to suitably trained and qualified persons, adopting appropriate safety measures.

o Prepare and review safe work plan before any work is undertaken on the roof.

o Incorporate annual audit of the roof to monitor its condition (incorporate airborne monitoring tests into audit results).

• All work which could involve disturbing the materials containing asbestos should be carried out in accordance to the requirements of the Code of Practice “How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace”, Code of Practice “How to Safely Remove Asbestos”. A copy of this publication should be kept with the asbestos register.

• In the event of further asbestos products being located at the property, this Asbestos Register must be reviewed / updated.

o A copy of the Asbestos Register must be kept at the workplace at all times and be available for inspection.

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APPENDIX C: LABORATORY ANALYSIS REPORT

1/41 Jessop Crescent Berrimah, NT 0828

PO Box 38845, Winnellie, NT 0821 +61 8 7918 7807

[email protected] A.B.N. 29 167 746 063

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03/02/2020 Ref. JL0694

Brett Morrison

Australian National University North Australia Research Unit

23 Ellengowan Drive

Brinkin, NT 0810

Dear Brett

Qualitative Asbestos Identification Analytical Results

Please find appended results of asbestos identification analysis on samples as per QFL-001 Chain of

Custody Form from our NATA Accredited Laboratory. The methodology of testing is as per Australian

Standard AS4964(2004) using polarised light microscopy including dispersion staining and our in-house

LP-004 Laboratory Procedure Asbestos Identification.

Sample retention for traceability in accordance with our Agon Integrated Management System for three

months. These documents shall not be reproduced except in full. These results relate only to the samples

tested.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned on 0428 232 214 or

[email protected].

Dianne Loffler

Senior Laboratory Technician

Agon Environmental

mailto:[email protected]




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QUALITATIVE ASBESTOS IDENTIFICATION ANALYTICAL RESULTS

REFERENCE: JL0694

Client:

Australian National University North

Australia Research Unit Sampled By: Brett McPherson

Contact: Brett Morrison No. of Samples: 27

Telephone: 02 61259727 Sampling Date: 28/01/2020

Email: N/S Date Received: 29/01/2020

Job/PO No.: JA0733

Identification

Date: 03/02/2020

Site Location:

NARU - Northern Australia Research

Unit Campus Issue Date: 03/02/2020

Sample ID Sample Location

Description ~Dimensions Asbestos Detected

Analysis Result

JL0694_1 NT07 G Block Bathroom wall

lining

Fibre cement sheet 2x2x1mm Yes Chrysotile Fibres

Organic Fibres

JL0694_2 NT07 G Block Ceiling Lining

Fibre cement sheet 2x2x1mm No Organic Fibres

JL0694_3 NT07 G Block Eaves & Porch

Linings


JL0694_4 NT08 H Block Verandah


JL0694_5 NT05 E Block Eaves lining

above windows


JL0694_6 NT05 E Block Porch linings


JL0694_7 NT05 E Block Window awnings





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Analysis Result

JL0694_8 NT06 F Block Front Porch

Lining


JL0694_9 NT06 F Block Window awning


JL0694_10 NT06 F Block Eaves lining

above windows


JL0694_11 NT06 F Block Window awning


JL0694_12 NT04 D Block Veranda


JL0694_13 NT04 D Block Eaves Lining

above window


JL0694_14 NT02 B Block Porch lining

Fibre cement sheet 5x2x2mm No Synthetic Mineral

Fibre

JL0694_15 NT02 B Block Mastic to air

duct

Mastic 5x2x1mm No No Trace Asbestos Detected

No Fibres Detected

JL0694_16 NT02 B Block Eaves lining


JL0694_17A NT02 B Block Expansion Gap

Sealant

Mastic 2x2x1mm No No Trace Asbestos Detected

No Fibres Detected

JL0694_17B NT02 B Block Expansion Gap Mastic adhered to above sample

Mastic 2x2x1mm Yes Chrysotile Fibres

JL0694_18 NT03 C Block Toilet Partition


JL0694_19 NT03 C Block Paint

Paint 5x5x1mm No No Trace Asbestos Detected

No Fibres Detected



Analysis Result




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JL0694_20 NT03 C Block Infill to porch


JL0694_21 NT03 C Block Vinyl Tiles

Vinyl tile 40x30x2mm No No Trace Asbestos Detected

No Fibres Detected

JL0694_22 NT03 C Block Eaves Lining


JL0694_23 NT01 Block A Manhole Cover


Organic Fibres

JL0694_24 NT01 Block A Eaves Lining


JL0694_25 NT01 vinyl flooring

Vinyl tile 60x15x2mm No Organic Fibres

JL0694_26 NT10 Gable ends


Detection limit (AS4964) – 0.1g/kg

Dianne Loffler

Approved Identifier/Signatory

Qualitative identification of samples under polarising light microscopy and dispersion staining and is consistent with Australian Standard AS4964(2004) and LP-004 Laboratory Procedure Asbestos Identification. Accredited for compliance with

ISO/IEC 17025 – Testing, Accreditation No. 20148 Site No. 24010

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APPENDIX D: ASBESTOS REGISTER MANAGEMENT REGISTER CONTROL FORM

The persons listed below have seen and read the Asbestos Register/management plan and shall conform to the guidelines recommended.

Date Name Company Nature of Work

5. Future Inspection Reports and Certificates

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4_Building NT02 Northern Australia Research Campus Hazardous Material Register -AMP.pdfAGON DOCUMENT CONTROL1.0 INTRODUCTION2.0 PURPOSE AND USE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTER2.1 Purpose of a Hazardous Material Register2.2 Elements of this Hazardous Material Register2.3 Elements of this Hazardous Material RegisterAsbestos MaterialsSynthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF)Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)Lead PaintOzone Depleting Substances (ODSs)Storage of FuelsOther Hazardous Materials

3.0 Hazardous Material Register3.1 Site Map of Identified Hazardous Materials3.2 Locations of Identified Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)Non-Asbestos Materials3.3 Locations of Identified of Lead Base Paints3.4 Locations of Identified Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF)3.5 Locations of Identified Polychlorinated Biphenyl’s (PCB)3.6 Locations of Identified Ozone Depleting Substances (ODSs)3.7 Locations of Identified Above ground storage Tank (A/USTs)

4.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS5.0 Asbestos Management5.1 Context5.2 Responsible PersonnelAsbestos Management Plan ControllerAsbestos Consultant

6.0 ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR TENANTS & CONTRATORS7.0 TENANTS & CONTRACTORS ASBESTOS INDUCTION3.1 Induction Process3.2 Contractor Obligation

8.0 ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN CONTROLLER9.0 DISTURBANCE / DAMAGE / NEW FINDINGS9.1 Inadvertent Damage9.2 Newly Identified or Suspect Material

10.0 CONTRACTORS & MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL10.1 Regulatory Controls on Equipment Used

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