Asbestos Management Plan

Asbestos Management Plan Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 1 of 23

Table of Contents 1 Introduction... 4 2 Scope... 4 3 Definitions... 5 4 Responsibilities... 7 4.1 Board of Directors... 7 4.2 Executive Management... 7 4.3 Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager... 7 4.4 Managers... 8 4.5 Workers... 8 4.6 Contractors & Suppliers... 8 4.7 Visitors... 9 5 Process... 9 5.1 Risk Overview... 9 5.2 Asbestos Surveys... 10 5.3 Asbestos Registers... 11 5.3.1 Developing Registers... 12 5.3.2 Register Changes and Maintenance... 12 5.3.3 Asbestos Register Reviews... 12 5.4 Communication & Consultation... 12 6 Management Options & Controls for ACM... 13 6.1 Options... 13 6.2 Management of In-situ Asbestos... 16 6.2.1 Re-survey and Inspections... 16 6.2.2 Labelling... 16 6.3 Removal of ACM... 17 6.3.1 Asbestos Removal Plans... 18 6.3.2 Work Permits... 19 6.3.3 Clearance Inspections... 19 6.4 Maintenance or Service work involving ACM... 19 6.5 Work Method Statements (WMS)... 19 6.6 Damaged ACM... 20 6.6.1 Health Surveillance... 20 6.6.2 Notification... 20 7 Training... 21 Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 2 of 23

7.1 Induction... 21 7.2 Work with Asbestos... 21 7.3 Contractors... 22 8 Reviewing and Updating the Management plan... 22 8.1 Reviews... 22 8.2 Updates & Changes... 22 9 Records... 22 10 References... 22 10.1 Legislation... 22 10.2 Procedures... 23 10.3 Forms & Registers... 23 Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 3 of 23

1 INTRODUCTION Seqwater has a legal obligation and responsibility to protect the health and safety of its staff, contractors and visitors from the possible exposure to asbestos. This Plan (AMP) identifies the objectives, scope, management, practices and procedures required to ensure that Seqwater legal obligations are carried out effectively. It provides staff, contractors and visitors to Seqwater facilities and structures with an outline of responsibilities and management procedures for dealing with asbestos products and materials. The AMP and its associated plans, instructions, registers, forms and procedures integrate and operate under the Seqwater WHSMS. Certain terminology and abbreviations are defined under section 3. Management of asbestos in Seqwater is structured around 4 main levels: 1. AMP This document provides the high level commitment and functions required to manage asbestos by providing directions for sites to follow and utilise for managing Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM). 2. Asbestos Registers A Seqwater Asbestos Database provides the complete data for all facilities from which site specific registers can be provided. Each site must have its own register which contains asbestos information such as location, condition, risk levels and controls. 3. Procedures The procedures relate to the processes required for working on or near asbestos. 4. Forms The Forms provide a process to gather evidence or information regarding the management of asbestos at Seqwater sites. 2 SCOPE This Seqwater Plan is to be applied to all relevant Seqwater owned structures and leased premises where the lease deems Seqwater responsible for compliance with the Code of Practice How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace (2011). Asbestos was widely used as construction and insulation material in buildings until the late 1980s when bans on its manufacture and use were put in place. However, the use of asbestos was only completely prohibited on 31 December 2003. As the bans were not absolute prior to 2003 and building materials may have been stockpiled, stored, or recycled and used, it is possible that asbestos may be present in buildings that were constructed up to 31 December 2003 and possibly later. Seqwater has undertaken asbestos surveys (using competent persons) of all facilities including residential dwellings to determine the presence of asbestos containing materials (ACM), and the information has been compiled in a database. The Asbestos Database is kept electronically on the network by the WHS Department and contains information about all identified Seqwater structures containing asbestos. From this database, an individual site s asbestos register can be downloaded and printed. This document identifies and defines how Seqwater will manage the ACM at its facilities and addresses Seqwater s legal obligation under the Work Health and Safety Act, as it relates specifically to the presence of asbestos on Seqwater owned or leased property. The AMP is a working document designed to effectively manage and minimise asbestos-related health risks to personnel working on or visiting Seqwater sites as well as any other person that may be affected as a result of work undertaken by Seqwater. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 4 of 23

3 DEFINITIONS Word/Acronym ACM AM AMP Asbestos Asbestos Removalist Asbestos Removal Control Plan Definition Asbestos Containing Materials Asset Management/Manager Plan Means the fibrous form of mineral silicates belonging to the serpentine and amphibole groups of rock-forming minerals, including actinolite, Amosite (brown asbestos), Anthophyllite, chrysotile (white asbestos), crocidolite (blue asbestos), tremolite, or any mixture containing one or more of the mineral silicates belonging to the serpentine and amphibole groups. Means a competent person who performs asbestos removal work. Note: An asbestos removal licence is required in all State and Territory jurisdictions for the removal of friable ACM. Some States and Territories also require a licence for removal of specified quantities of AMC, regardless of whether they are friable, and relevant OHS authorities should be consulted prior to any removal work. Means a document which identifies the control measures which will be implemented to ensure workers and other persons are not at risk when asbestos removal work is being conducted. AS/NZS Bonded Asbestos Clearance Inspection Clearance Monitoring Competent Person for Friable asbestos removal Competent Australian Standard/ New Zealand Standard Means ACM containing a bonding compound reinforced with asbestos fibres, e.g. Asbestos cement pipes and flat or corrugated asbestos cement sheets consist of sand and cement reinforced with asbestos fibres. For removal of bonded asbestos the person must have a B Class licence 1 or work under the supervision of a business that has an A Class licence and has a supervisor on site that is deemed a competent person for asbestos removal work. All persons will need to follow a WMS for removal. Means an inspection, carried out by a competent person, to verify that an asbestos work area is safe to be returned to normal use after work involving the disturbance of ACM has taken place. A clearance inspection must include a visual inspection, and may also include clearance monitoring and/or settled dust sampling. Note: A clearance inspection should only be carried out when the asbestos work area is dry. Means air monitoring using static or positional samples to measure the level of airborne asbestos fibres in an area following work on ACM. An area is cleared when the level of airborne asbestos fibres is measured as being below 0.01 fibres/ml. A person who is competent under Information Paper AR2 (Requirements for a competent person to supervise work to remove friable asbestos containing material) issued by Department of Employment & Industrial Relations. Person Means a person possessing adequate qualifications, such as suitable 1 Seqwater requirement Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 5 of 23

Word/Acronym for Clearance Inspections Control Monitoring COP Friable Asbestos IMS In situ Inaccessible area OHSMS NOHSC P.C. PPE Person with control RA Site Structure Definition training and sufficient knowledge, experience and skill, for the safe performance of the specific work. Means air monitoring, using static or positional to measure the level of airborne asbestos fibres in an area during work on ACM. Control monitoring is designed to assist in assessing the effectiveness of control measures. Its results are not representative of actual occupational exposures, and should not be used for that purpose. Note: Static of positional samples are taken at fixed locations which are usually between one and two metres above floor level. Code of Practice Means asbestos-containing material which, when dry, is or may become crumbled, pulverised or reduced to powder by hand pressure. The removal of friable asbestos can only be done by a business that has an A Class licence and has a supervisor on site that is deemed a competent person for asbestos removal work. All persons will need to follow a WMS for removal. Integrated Management System Means fixed or installed in its original position, not having been moved. Means areas which are difficult to access, such as wall cavities and the interiors of plant and equipment. Occupational Health & Safety Management System National Occupational Health & Safety Commission (former now known as Worksafe Australia) Principal Contractor Personal Protective Equipment Means, in relation to premises, a person who has control of premises used as a workplace. The person with control may be a) The owner of the premises b) A person who has, under any control or lease, an obligation to maintain or repair the premises c) A person who is occupying the premises d) A person who is able to make decisions about work undertaken at the premises; or e) An employer at the premises Risk Assessment Includes the associated buildings, workplaces, facilities, plant etc within a business address or property e.g. Wivenhoe Dam or 240 Margaret St. Includes but not limited to: a) a building, construction, wall, mast, tower, pylon, structural cable or telecommunications structure; or b) underground works (including shafts and tunnels),pipe, pipeline, river works, earthworks or earth retaining construction or other construction designed to preserve or alter a natural feature; or c) a road or highway, footpath or driveway, railway line or siding, tramway Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 6 of 23

Word/Acronym WHS WHSC HSR WMS Definition line, dock or harbour, water storage or supply system (including a constructed lagoon), sewerage or drainage system, electricity or gas generation facility, transmission or distribution facility, d) gasholder, park or recreation ground (including, for example, a playing field or swimming pool); or e) production, storage or distribution facilities for heavy industries; or f) fixed plant; Workplace Health & Safety Workplace Health & Safety Committee Health & Safety Representative Work Method Statement 4 RESPONSIBILITIES Seqwater has an overall responsibility to: Develop and implement and maintain an asbestos management plan. Assess all Seqwater premises for the potential presence of ACM. Develop and maintain a register of the identified or suspected ACM, including details on its location, accessibility, condition, risk assessments and control measures. Assess the condition of ACM that are found and the associated risks. Develop measures to remove or manage the ACM to minimise the risks and prevent exposure to asbestos. Ensure the control measures are implemented and are maintained as long as the ACM remain in the workplace. 4.1 Board of Directors Ensure that Seqwater complies with this AMP and any WHS Legislative or other requirements relating to ACM. Review a summary of any Asbestos survey results and any asbestos related incidents annually. Ensure sufficient resources are allocated to allow management to successfully implement and manage compliance with legislation relating to ACM. Ensure senior management instigates systems for the AMP to be implemented, monitored, maintained and updated. 4.2 Executive Management Assist the Board in ensuring that Seqwater complies with the AMP and any legislative or other requirements relating to ACM. Ensure the AMP requirements are implemented in Seqwater facilities. Ensure facilities maintain a site-specific Asbestos Register. Review any survey results and any asbestos related incidents prior to the annual Board Review. 4.3 Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager To maintain this AMP, and inform Executive Management when changes occur. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 7 of 23

4.4 Managers 4.5 Workers Ensure that the Asbestos Database is maintained for all known sites where ACM has been identified, and the information is kept up to date. Ensure site-specific Asbestos Registers can be obtained for all facilities from the Asbestos Database. Ensure this AMP is available to all personnel including contractors, and undertake reviews of the AMP as required. Audit relevant sites for the management of asbestos and the AMP. Report to Executive Management any survey results and any asbestos related incidents annually. Facilitate for competent persons to conduct regular (at least biennial) surveys of ACM locations to report on the condition of ACM. Ensure that Asbestos Registers are documented and maintained at each site, and provide updated information as site conditions change. Ensure Risks Assessments are conducted when working around/with areas containing ACM. Ensure that all required notices and labels are in place for ACM on site. Ensure that personnel including contractors, suppliers, visitors and the public are informed and/or made aware of ACM at specific sites. Ensure all personnel who work on or near ACMs have been trained on the relevant asbestos procedures. Implement the controls identified from surveys where ACM are damaged. Implement and maintain appropriate controls for the removal or control of exposure to ACM fibres. Notify the WHS Manager of any asbestos related incidents. Monitor work areas containing ACM to check for any damage, deteriorations or defects. Report any changes to ACM to the WHS Manager and appropriate Level 3 Manager. Manage any works done to ACM by licensed contractors. Report anyone potentially affected by ACM to the WHS Manager. To comply with the requirements of this AMP. To follow WMS and procedural requirements and wear the identified PPE when working with ACM or as directed. Not to put themselves or any other person at risk by the use of inappropriate behaviour and Work Practices. To notify the WHS Manager of any incidents associated with ACM that may expose persons to the risk of exposure or damage to ACM. Notify Manager and/or WHS personnel of any suspected ACM materials disposed on Seqwater property. 4.6 Contractors & Suppliers To not interfere with ACM without appropriate Seqwater approval, and compliance with this AMP. When working with ACM to have developed the required WMS and risk assessment Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 8 of 23

4.7 Visitors 5 PROCESS To work with/remove ACM individuals must hold a B Class Asbestos Licence for working with bonded asbestos, and hold A Class Asbestos Licence for removal of friable asbestos and have a competent person to directly supervise the removal works. To notify the site Coordinator of any incidents associated with ACM that may expose persons to the risk of exposure or damage to ACM. To follow instructions given by Seqwater staff in relation to ACM. Wear any required PPE. Report any asbestos related incidents to Seqwater. The following section provides an overview of how Seqwater manages the ACM identified at its facilities. The flowcharts provide a summary of the AMP and should be used as a checklist for processes to manage ACM at Seqwater facilities. 5.1 Risk Overview Asbestos within a building represents a health risk to people only when the asbestos fibres are airborne, and are subsequently inhaled. The risk to health increases as the number of fibres inhaled increases, that is, the health risk is related to the dose, or level of exposure. Asbestos that is in a stable matrix, or effectively encapsulated or sealed, and remains in a sound condition while left undisturbed, represents a negligible asbestos-related health risk. It is necessary to differentiate between 'asbestos hazard' and 'asbestos risk'. 'Hazard' indicates potential for harm, while 'risk' refers to the probability of that harm becoming real. For example, the presence of asbestos in a building is a hazard, but while that asbestos remains in sound condition and does not release fibres into the air, the risk is negligible. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 9 of 23

Process Flowchart (PF) 1 Updating ACM Information Updating ACM Information WHS Team ACM Survey Consultant Site Coordinator Supervisor Licensed Contractor Engage consultant to conduct ACM survey Conduct ACM survey Asbestos Register available for site Conduct scheduled condition inspections Review report and provide guidance Review existing information and conduct site visits Check signs/ labels, site register, ACM condition Report any changes to conditions Updated Asbestos Registers reviewed Update database with information from survey Action plan developed to address deficiencies Work orders created to address deficiencies Engage licensed contractor to rectify issues (assistance from WHS) Make repairs or remove ACM (refer PF2) Update database and reissue Asbestos Register Update hardcopy Asbestos Register following changes 5.2 Asbestos Surveys As documented in the flowchart above, Seqwater has already undertaken detailed Asbestos surveys of all facilities and identified those sites where ACM is present. This information about the ACM has been extracted and incorporated in the sites Asbestos Registers. A qualitative asbestos risk assessment is undertaken each time an asbestos survey of Seqwater buildings or structures is conducted. The risk assessment must take account of information including: 1. The condition of the ACM (e.g. whether they are friable or bonded and stable, and whether they liable to damage or deterioration); 2. The likelihood of exposure (considering accessible, condition); 3. Whether the nature or location of any work to be carried out is likely to disturb the ACM; and 4. Results from monitoring and/or samples taken. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 10 of 23

Each asbestos situation is allocated either an Immediate, 'High', 'Medium' or 'Low' risk rating. These ratings are defined as follows: Immediate: Asbestos containing material (ACM) is in poor or significantly deteriorated condition and elevated levels of respirable airborne fibre are probable with minimal disturbance. The ACM is readily accessible, prone to further disturbance and poses an immediate health risk to personnel. Area should be isolated immediately and abatement (removal or repair) required as soon as practicable. High: Asbestos containing material shows moderate signs of deterioration and/or unsealed. Elevated levels of respirable airborne fibre are possible, and further disturbance due to routine building activity and/or maintenance is likely. Includes unsealed friable ACM in air conditioning systems. Medium: Asbestos containing material shows moderate signs of deterioration and/or unsealed. Low levels of respirable asbestos fibre is possible, and further disturbance due to routine building activity and/or maintenance is likely. Includes accessible damaged asbestos containing materials and asbestos cement debris. Low: Asbestos containing materials shows no or very minor signs of damage/deterioration. Routine accessibility is unlikely to cause significant deterioration, or the material is adequately sealed. Should ACM of unknown composition, or materials suspected of containing asbestos, be encountered on site, and are not documented in the existing asbestos register, such materials should be treated as if they were asbestos until sample analysis confirms otherwise. In the event that additional asbestos is identified, a risk assessment shall then be conducted by a suitably qualified and competent person. For example, in the event that demolition or refurbishment works are to be carried out in areas previously not inspected for the presence of asbestos, such as inaccessible wall cavities or beneath floors, an inspection and risk assessment should be performed by a suitably qualified person prior to the commencement of the planned demolition/refurbishment works. 5.3 Asbestos Registers A register is required for all sites where ACM exists, is suspected to exist. The register contains information that is relevant to managing ACM and is essential to all people that work at the site including contractors and others. The register contains information on: The date(s) on which the inspection/identification of ACM was made and details on the competent person(s) who carried out the inspection/identification; Details on the locations, types (i.e. friable or non-friable) and condition (i.e. damaged or intact) of any ACM identified on the premises, including ACM in items of plant and equipment, and the type of asbestos involved (i.e. blue, brown or white); Details on any material presumed to contain asbestos; Any inaccessible areas that are likely to contain ACM; The results of any analysis to confirm a material is or is not an ACM; The results of any air monitoring for airborne asbestos fibres and an assessment of these results Risk assessments of the ACM; The controls recommended for the ACM; and Any work carried out on the ACM including; the company or persons involved, the date and scope of the work undertaken and details on clearance certificates. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 11 of 23

5.3.1 Developing Registers Registers will need to be developed or redeveloped where sites/structures do not have a register; this may be through acquisition or merger of sites. Where a site does not have a register, an ACM survey will be undertaken by the competent person (contractor) to determine what ACM is present at the premises, and the Asbestos Database will be updated to incorporate the information from the survey for the premises. 5.3.2 Register Changes and Maintenance To keep the register maintained and up to date, changes that occur that may affect the register need to be included such as reviews or removal of ACM from an area. The following are examples of where changes need to be included and/or updated: Dates of damage, removal and reviews. Change in risk levels because of damage or removal. Change in controls as management decision. New samples taken and their outcomes. New areas located where ACM exists or is suspected to exist. New structures within a site that have been found or purchased. These changes need to be included in the site hard copy of the register and sent to the WHS Manager to update the Asbestos Database. The WHS Manager will then issue a new Asbestos Register for that site. 5.3.3 Asbestos Register Reviews All site-specific Asbestos Registers are to be reviewed regularly either via an asbestos survey (biennial) or following a scheduled inspection by the Supervisor or WHS Advisor. Reviews will also be required when any of the following occur: There is evidence that the risk assessment is no longer valid; There is evidence that any control measures are not effective; A significant change is proposed for the workplace or for work practices or procedures relevant to the risk assessment; There is a change in the condition of the ACM; or The ACM have changed (been removed, enclosed or sealed). The review process will be undertaken through a visual inspection of identified ACM. The review process must as a minimum assess: 1. Removals recorded/removed and not recorded e.g. removed after last register issued. 2. Risk levels change of risk levels e.g. there is further deterioration or damage, old switchboards opened (e.g. needs to change from low to medium risk) 3. Recommendations/Controls e.g. may need to remove, dispose, remove on next service, signs needed etc.). 5.4 Communication & Consultation It is important that personnel are involved in the implementation and review of the AMP, associated procedures and the sites Asbestos Registers. This AMP is to be reviewed by the Seqwater WHS Team in consultation with the Regional WHS Committees and WHS Consultative Committee to allow personnel to be involved in the AMP. The reviewed AMP will be tabled at the next available Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 12 of 23

meetings for distribution and comment. The following avenues of communication will also be made available for information regarding ACM: Corporate and Contractor WHS Inductions will provide an overview of the AMP and requirements regarding ACM Site specific induction will highlight the presence of an Asbestos Register, its location, and any specific conditions regarding the ACM When conditions of ACM change, personnel working on the site will be notified through toolbox or pre-start meetings, and any specific conditions in force When ACM is being removed, personnel will be notified of the timing and conditions to minimise exposure to asbestos fibres Where Seqwater property is to be leased the Asbestos Register must be made available and be up to date with review requirements. 6 MANAGEMENT OPTIONS & CONTROLS FOR ACM Where identification of asbestos in structures has been found, the preferred management option is to be the recommendation of the competent person conducting the asbestos survey. The appropriate controls are to be listed in the register and action taken to minimise the risk. The hierarchy of control must be followed when managing ACM in structures: 1) Elimination/removal (most preferred); 2) Isolation/enclosure/sealing; 3) Engineering controls; 4) Safe Work Practices (administrative controls); and 5) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (least preferred). 6.1 Options There are four possible options to take in order to reduce the risk associated with the ACM: 1. Removal 2. Encapsulation or sealing 3. Enclosure 4. Deferment The table below provides guidance around the rationale for each control method. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 13 of 23

Method Control of Description Appropriate When: Not Appropriate When: Advantages: Disadvantages: Removal Removal of asbestos must be performed under certain controlled conditions, depending on the type of ACM to be removed. Where demolition or refurbishment works are to occur, and this work is likely to impact on ACM, the ACM must be removed under controlled conditions prior to the commencement of any site works. Encapsulate or Seal Coating of the outer surface of the ACM by the application of some form of sealant compound that usually penetrates to the substrate and hardens the material making it impermeable to asbestos. Helps protect the ACM from mechanical damage, and is designed to reduce the risk of exposure by inhibiting the release of asbestos fibres into the airborne environment, and increase the length of serviceability of the material. Surface friable or asbestos poorly bonded to substrata. Asbestos is severely damaged or liable to further damage or deterioration. Located in A/C duct. Airborne asbestos monitoring results exceed recommended exposure standard. Other control techniques inappropriate. Removal difficult or not feasible. Firm bond to substrata. Damage unlikely. Short life structure. Readily visible for regular assessment. Located on complex or inaccessible areas. Removal extremely difficult & other techniques offer satisfactory alternative. Asbestos deteriorating. Application of sealant may cause damage to material. Water damage likely. Large areas of damaged asbestos. Hazard removed and no further action required. Cost-effective long term option. Quick and economical for repairs to damaged areas. May be adequate technique to control release of asbestos dust. Increases immediate risk of exposure especially to removal workers. Creates major disturbance in building. Highest cost, most complex & time consuming method. Removal may increase fire risk within building; substitute required. Possible contamination of structure and increase in airborne fibre levels in adjacent occupied areas if the removal program is not strictly controlled. Hazard remains. Cost for large areas may be near removal cost. Eventual removal may be more difficult and costly. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 14 of 23

Method of Control Enclosure Defer Description Appropriate When: Not Appropriate When: Advantages: Disadvantages: Enclosure involves installing a barrier between the ACM and adjacent areas where it is effective in inhibiting further mechanical damage to the asbestos. The type of barrier installed may include plywood or sheet metal products, constructed as a boxing around the asbestos. The identification of ACM in a building does not automatically necessitate its immediate removal. Asbestos in a stable condition and not prone to mechanical damage can generally remain in situ. The ACM will need to be inspected on a regular basis (as part of monthly Supervisor inspections and at 12 months to update the register) to ensure its integrity is maintained. Removal extremely difficult. Fibres can be completely contained within enclosure. Most of surface already inaccessible. Disturbance to or entry into enclosed area not likely. No risk of exposure. Asbestos inaccessible and fully contained. Asbestos stable and not liable to damage. Enclosure itself liable to damage. Water damage likely. Asbestos material cannot be fully enclosed. Possibility of deterioration or damage. Airborne asbestos monitoring results exceed recommended exposure standard. May minimise disturbance to occupants. Provides an adequate method of control for some situations. No initial cost. Cost of removal deferred. Hazard remains. Maintenance of enclosure. Need to remove enclosure before removal of ACM. Precautions for entry into enclosure. Hazard remains. Need for continuing assessment and management. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 15 of 23

6.2 Management of In-situ Asbestos In-situ asbestos refers to Leave As-is, Encapsulation or Enclosure. The management of in situ asbestos is important to ensure ACM are not damaged or deteriorated to such an extent that Seqwater staff, external contractors, visitors or members of the public are unnecessarily exposed to airborne asbestos fibres. The requirements of the contractor site induction and permit to work system will aid in the management of in situ ACM. It is also the policy of Seqwater to incorporate asbestos issues into building works contracts, designed to ensure any asbestos on, or in Seqwater sites is dealt with in the appropriate manner. 6.2.1 Re-survey and Inspections A re-survey of ACM remaining on site are to be conducted by a competent person. Such resurveys will comprise a visual assessment of the condition of the materials to determine whether the material remains in a satisfactory condition, or if deterioration has occurred since the previous survey. Such re-surveys will determine if any remedial action, such as encapsulation, isolation or removal of the asbestos containing materials, is required. Re-surveys will be performed on a regular basis for ACM. Seqwater will have ACM re-surveyed every two years. More regular assessments of ACM will be undertaken by site Supervisors during scheduled workplace inspections to determine if conditions have changed. This inspection will assess whether: Damage or deterioration has occurred since the previous inspection; and Labels or signs have been removed. Normally, re-sampling of materials would not be required during re-surveys. If, however, previously unidentified or undocumented asbestos, or materials suspected of containing asbestos, are encountered during the re-survey process, sampling and analysis will need to be performed. The Asbestos Register will be updated and re-issued at the completion of the re-survey work. Following a scheduled inspection, if the condition of the ACM has changed, the Supervisor or WHS Advisor must amend the hardcopy of the register on-site and provide a copy to the WHS Manager to update the Asbestos Database. A new copy of the register will be re-issued to site. 6.2.2 Labelling The use of warning signs and labels is one of many recognised methods of asbestos risk control. Such systems are designed to alert personnel to the presence of asbestos, thereby reducing the risk of inadvertent damage to the ACM (which may liberate asbestos fibres to the airborne environment) by the actions of personnel. The Queensland Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 makes it mandatory for those who manage or control a workplace to indicate the presence and location of asbestos or ACM identified, and indicate the presence and location of the asbestos or ACM by a label, such as those provided below. For Seqwater, these signs shall be placed at all of the main entrances to the work areas where asbestos is present. Any such notice shall comply with Australian Standard 1319 (Safety signs for the occupational environment). The notice shall be made of durable materials and be weatherproof for outdoor applications. It would be prudent to include generic titles on the sign to allow for changes in personnel responsible for administering the Asbestos Register. Specific asbestos locations will be labelled for identification, where possible. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 16 of 23

6.3 Removal of ACM Removal of ACM from Seqwater structures must only be completed using licensed contractors. The contractor must be supplied with relevant information for the safe removal of the ACM, including the Asbestos and Risk Registers for the site. When removal has been done the Asbestos Register will be updated to reflect the changes. The process flowchart (PF2) provides an overview of the work requirements which must be met. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 17 of 23

Process Flowchart (PF) 2 Working with Asbestos Work with Asbestos Licensed Contractor Clearance Contractor Site Coordinator/Property Manager WHS Manager Engage Licensed Contractor for Asbestos work Class B Licence and WMS Yes Does work require in-situ treatment? No Asbestos removal work Complete work encapsulation or enclosure Maintain records and provide updates Update Asbestos Database and re-issue register Class A Licence, Asbestos Removal Plan and WMS Yes Friable Asbestos? Class B Licence, Asbestos Removal Plan and WMS No Obtain Access, Permit to Work, 2 nd Tier permits, and Asbestos Register Undertakes removal work in accordance with plan Undertake Clearance Inspection and provide certificate Provide records of works and disposal certificates Maintain records and provide updates 6.3.1 Asbestos Removal Plans A site-specific Asbestos Removal Plan shall be developed by the contract company removing the asbestos. The plan shall include the following: i. Details of the ACM to be removed (e.g. the location(s), whether it is friable or non-friable, type, condition and the quantity to be removed). ii. iii. iv. Consultation details with Seqwater Assigned responsibilities for the removal Program of commencement and completion dates Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 18 of 23

v. Asbestos removal boundaries, including the type and extent of isolation or containment required and the location of any signs and barriers. vi. vii. viii. ix. Control of electrical and lighting installations Personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used, including respiratory protective equipment (RPE). Waste storage and disposal program Methods for removing the ACM (wet or dry methods) x. Asbestos removal equipment (spray equipment, tools etc.) xi. xii. xiii. xiv. Control measures to be used to contain asbestos within the asbestos work area. Detailed procedures for workplace decontamination, the decontamination of tools and equipment, personal decontamination and the decontamination of non-disposable PPE. Methods of disposing of asbestos wastes, including details on the disposal of disposable protective clothing and equipment, and Develop an emergency plan to include site specific emergencies, evacuations, first aid and equipment. 6.3.2 Work Permits Contractors will be required to obtain a permit to work that has been approved by the Seqwater Access Officer in addition to other requirements such as isolation of services which will be dependent upon the type of work and/or the work environment. Second tier permits may also be required which include confined space entry and work at heights. 6.3.3 Clearance Inspections Before clearance is granted for an asbestos work area to be re-occupied there must be a thorough clearance inspection. The clearance inspection must be conducted by a competent person who is independent from the person responsible for the removal work; this does not have to be a separate company but a competent person who was not involved in the removal work. Where friable asbestos removal occurs this must be accompanied by monitoring results that establish that fibre levels are <0.01 fibres/ml. These records are to be kept by Seqwater. 6.4 Maintenance or Service work involving ACM Prior to any work being conducted on site involving penetration methods on walls, floors, ceilings, roofs or other parts of building structure, the site Asbestos Register must be reviewed to determine if the location of the work is to be in contact with or near ACM. Any work by Seqwater staff or contractors that may damage or interfere with the condition of ACM must: have a detailed WMS providing details of how any invasive work into the ACM will minimise airborne particles, and what controls will be used have a permit-to-work for approval of the activity follow the relevant Seqwater procedures when undertaking the work. The contractor may have more detailed procedures (refer Reference Section below) to follow if they are a licensed asbestos removal contractor. Include an update in the site Asbestos Register for any changes that took place 6.5 Work Method Statements (WMS) A WMS must be developed for any works involving asbestos such as sealing, drilling or removal. The WMS provides the details of the hazards, risks and controls identified for each task being undertaken, and must include the following: Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 19 of 23

The name, address, Asbestos Licence Number if removing asbestos and ABN of the contractor doing the work. The specific control measures proposed to be used to undertake the task. The way the contractor proposes to perform the activity, including how the control measures are to be implemented. How the effectiveness of the control measures will be monitored and reviewed. Provisions for training of workers into the WMS, and communication of the activity to Seqwater personnel. Where friable asbestos is to be removed provisions for supervision by a competent person for asbestos removal. Be signed and dated. Be reviewed at least annually 6.6 Damaged ACM When conditions arise where the risk to exposure through dust inhalation from ACM changes, such as through fire, storm or malicious damage, the process in the flowchart below must be followed. 6.6.1 Health Surveillance Seqwater must arrange for health surveillance of personnel that have been potentially exposed to asbestos fibres such as through changes to ACM condition. The Seqwater Health Surveillance Procedure for Hazardous Substances must be followed. 6.6.2 Notification Where ACM has been severely damaged including where a person might have been potentially exposed to asbestos fibres without protection, then WHS Queensland should be contacted, following the Seqwater notification procedure. Seqwater personnel working on the affected site will also be notified as soon as possible, including any conditions and controls to minimise exposure. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 20 of 23

Process Flowchart (PF) 3 Change to ACM Condition Change of ACM Condition Indivdual Supervisor/ Coordinator WHS Manager Property Manager Becomes aware of damaged ACM Is facility leased to others? Yes Notified of damaged ACM No Notified of damaged ACM Completes incident report form Receives incident report form Completes incident report form Implement controls including exclusion No Personnel exposed to fibres? Yes Implement controls including exclusion Where required, engage contractor for removal (refer PF2) Provides assistance with controls Undertake Health Surveillance of personnel Where required, engage contractor for removal (refer PF2) Update register and inform Update database and re-issue site Asbestos Register Update register and inform 7 TRAINING 7.1 Induction All personnel and contractors must be inducted before accessing any Seqwater facility. The induction will address the requirements of the AMP, site Asbestos Registers, and identify that specific procedures exist for working with ACM. 7.2 Work with Asbestos Where Seqwater personnel are to work with ACM such as drilling or cutting, then they must be engaged in the development of a specific WMS for the task, and be trained in specific procedures that apply. The applicable procedures will be recorded on the WMS. Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 21 of 23

7.3 Contractors Contractors who are going to work with ACM such as for removal, cleaning, sealing etc. on Seqwater sites must be trained their own procedures and be able to show evidence of the training. Where licences are required, evidence must also be provided. 8 REVIEWING AND UPDATING THE MANAGEMENT PLAN 8.1 Reviews Reviews must be done where any relevant legislative changes or WHSMS changes will impact on the content and application of the either site Asbestos Registers or the AMP. As a minimum, the AMP is to be reviewed at least biennially by WHS team. 8.2 Updates & Changes Changes to the AMP can only be made by the WHS Manager with approval by the Seqwater WHS Consultative Committee. These changes are to be done in accordance with all consultative or document control requirements. 9 RECORDS Seqwater shall maintain detailed records of all activities and work permits relating to asbestos works which have been undertaken on Seqwater premises. The records kept should include: copies of all asbestos survey reports, including updates and amendments copies of all 'permit to work' documents which will be kept at the respective site site induction records pertaining to the informing of contractors about the presence of asbestos on site, and that such contractors have been appropriately trained in safe work procedures and practices records pertaining to the informing of Seqwater employees about the presence of asbestos on site, and that such employees have been appropriately trained in safe work procedures and practices records of any asbestos management works performed on site, including clearance certificates indicating areas are safe to re-occupy after asbestos management works, will be kept by the Coordinator. Copies of disposal certificates will also be kept asbestos fibre air monitoring results which will be kept by the WHS Manager. Records must be stored and retained in accordance with the IMS requirements for Seqwater. Documents and completed records must also be accessible by all relevant personnel for the transfer of information. 10 REFERENCES This AMP has been developed referencing the following documentation. 10.1 Legislation REG-00003 Work Health and Safety Act 2011 REG-00003 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 REG-00003 Code of Practice How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace [Safe Work Australia 2011] REG-00003 Code of Practice How to Safely Remove Asbestos [Safe Work Australia 2011] Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 22 of 23

10.2 Procedures The procedures to be utilised by Seqwater personnel are: PRO-00996 PRO-00999 PRO-01001 PRO-01003 PRO-01006 Corporate Safety - Drilling of ACM Procedure Corporate Safety - Safe Work on Switchboards with Asbestos Procedure Corporate Safety - Tool and Equipment Decontamination Procedure Corporate Safety - Personal Decontamination Non Friable ACM Procedure Corporate Safety - Use of PPE for work with ACM Procedure 10.3 Forms & Registers The Forms and Registers that are specific to this AMP are: FRM-00203 FRM-00204 FRM-00205 Corporate Safety - Asbestos Induction Training Checklist Form Corporate Safety - Contractor Asbestos Information Form Corporate Safety - Asbestos Removal Plan Checklist Form Document Number: PLN-00055 Version Date: 24/04/2013 Page: 23 of 23