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Edition 1 / Revision 5 TRANSPORT FOR NSW

June 2020

TRANSPORT FOR NSW (TfNSW)

QA SPECIFICATION B223

MANAGEMENT OF LEAD, CHROMIUM AND ASBESTOS

IN BRIDGE MAINTENANCE PAINTING

NOTICE

This document is a Transport for NSW QA Specification. It has been developed for use with

roadworks and bridgeworks contracts let by Transport for NSW or by local councils in NSW. It is not

suitable for any other purpose and must not be used for any other purpose or in any other context.

Copyright in this document belongs to Transport for NSW.

REVISION REGISTER

Ed/Rev

Number

Clause

Number Description of Revision

Authorised

By Date

Ed 1/Rev 0 New specification based on previously used

non-model Specification Part LA. Includes

provisions for Chromium VI.

GM, IC 06.06.08

Ed 1/Rev 1 Global References to “Department of Environment

and Climate Change” and “DECC” updated

to “Department of Environment, Climate

Change and Water” and“DECCW”.

GM, IC 24.11.09

2.2 Structural design of containment and

attachment to be by Chartered Professional

Engineer, with Membership of Engrs Aust.

5.2 Title of DECCW’s Guidelines on waste

classification updated.

Annex M Reference documents updated.

Ed 1/Rev 2 2.2 Added: NPER registration as equivalent to

to CPEng, Engrs Aust, for certification

purposes.

GM, IC 14.12.09

Ed 1/Rev 3 5.6 Submission details in 1st Hold Point clarified. GM, IC 28.05.10

Ed 1/Rev 4 Global “DECCW” changed to “EPA”. GM, IC 17.10.12

2.1 Requirement to notify WorkCover for work

involving lead risk and asbestos removal in

accordance with WHS Regulation 2011

added.

Annex M Referenced documents updated.

Ed 1/Rev 5 Global References to “Roads and Maritime

Services” or “RMS” changed to “Transport

for NSW” or “TfNSW” respectively.

DCS 22.06.20

Edition 1 / Revision 5 TRANSPORT FOR NSW

June 2020

QA SPECIFICATION B223

MANAGEMENT OF LEAD,

CHROMIUM AND ASBESTOS IN

BRIDGE MAINTENANCE PAINTING

Copyright – Transport for NSW

IC-QA-B223

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DATE:

Management of Lead, Chromium and Asbestos in Bridge Maintenance Painting B223

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CONTENTS

CLAUSE PAGE

FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................................... II TfNSW Copyright and Use of this Document ............................................................................... ii Revisions to Previous Version ....................................................................................................... ii Project Specific Changes ............................................................................................................... ii

1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................ 1 1.1 Scope .............................................................................................................................. 1 1.2 Structure of the Specification ......................................................................................... 1 1.3 Applicable Standard and Codes of Practice.................................................................... 1 1.4 Definitions ...................................................................................................................... 2

2 CONTAINMENT ............................................................................................................................... 2 2.1 General ........................................................................................................................... 2 2.2 Structural Design Criteria ............................................................................................... 2 2.3 Additional Requirements ................................................................................................ 4

3 WORKER PROTECTION ................................................................................................................... 4 3.1 Requirements .................................................................................................................. 4 3.2 Worker Protection Program ............................................................................................ 5 3.3 Site Hygiene Requirements ............................................................................................ 5 3.4 Personal Exposure Monitoring ....................................................................................... 6 3.5 Non-Contractor Personnel .............................................................................................. 7 3.6 Record Keeping .............................................................................................................. 7

4 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..................................................................................................... 7 4.1 Approvals, Licences and Permits ................................................................................... 7 4.2 Environmental Monitoring ............................................................................................. 8 4.3 Performance Criteria ...................................................................................................... 9 4.4 Emissions Management ................................................................................................ 10 4.5 Soil Remediation .......................................................................................................... 10

5 WASTE MANAGEMENT................................................................................................................. 10 5.1 General Requirements .................................................................................................. 10 5.2 Assessment and Classification of Waste ...................................................................... 10 5.3 Solid Waste ................................................................................................................... 11 5.4 Liquid Wastes ............................................................................................................... 11 5.5 Treatment and Processing of Waste on Site ................................................................. 11 5.6 Transport and Disposal of Wastes ................................................................................ 11

6 CLEANING AND CLEARANCE........................................................................................................ 12

ANNEXURE B223/A – (NOT USED) ........................................................................................................ 14

ANNEXURE B223/B – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT .......................................................................... 14

ANNEXURE B223/C – SCHEDULES OF HOLD POINTS AND IDENTIFIED RECORDS .................................. 15 C1 Schedule of Hold Points ............................................................................................... 15 C2 Schedule of Identified Records..................................................................................... 15

ANNEXURE B223/D – PLANNING DOCUMENTS ..................................................................................... 16

B223 Management of Lead, Chromium and Asbestos in Bridge Maintenance Painting

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ANNEXURES B223/E TO B223/L – (NOT USED) .................................................................................... 16

ANNEXURE B223/M – REFERENCED DOCUMENTS ................................................................................ 17

LAST PAGE OF THIS DOCUMENT IS ......................................................................................................... 17

FOREWORD

TFNSW COPYRIGHT AND USE OF THIS DOCUMENT

Copyright in this document belongs to Transport for NSW.

When this document forms part of a contract

This document should be read with all the documents forming the Contract.

When this document does not form part of a contract

This copy is not a controlled document. Observe the Notice that appears on the first page of the copy

controlled by TfNSW. A full copy of the latest version of the document is available on the TfNSW

Internet website: http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/business-industry/partners-

suppliers/specifications/index.html

REVISIONS TO PREVIOUS VERSION

This document has been revised from Specification TfNSW B223 Edition 1 Revision 4.

All revisions to the previous version (other than minor editorial and project specific changes) are

indicated by a vertical line in the margin as shown here, except when it is a new edition and the text

has been extensively rewritten.

PROJECT SPECIFIC CHANGES

Any project specific changes are indicated in the following manner:

(a) Text which is additional to the base document and which is included in the Specification is

shown in bold italics e.g. Additional Text.

(b) Text which has been deleted from the base document and which is not included in the

Specification is shown struck out e.g. Deleted Text.

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TfNSW QA SPECIFICATION B223

MANAGEMENT OF LEAD, CHROMIUM AND ASBESTOS

IN BRIDGE MAINTENANCE PAINTING

1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This Specification sets out the requirements for the management of paint containing lead, chromium

and asbestos including worker protection, containment system design and use, environmental

protection, and waste collection and disposal, for the maintenance painting of a bridge where lead

paint or chromium paint or asbestos paint are present.

1.2 STRUCTURE OF THE SPECIFICATION

This Specification includes a series of annexures that detail additional requirements.

1.2.1 Payment

Payment for the activities associated with completing the work detailed under this Specification must

be made in accordance with Annexure B223/B.

1.2.2 Schedules of HOLD POINTS and Identified Records

The schedules in Annexure B223/C list the HOLD POINTS that must be observed. Refer to

Specification TfNSW Q for the definition of HOLD POINTS.

The records listed in Annexure B223/C are Identified Records for the purposes of TfNSW Q

Annexure Q/E.

1.2.3 Planning Documents

The PROJECT QUALITY PLAN must include each of the documents and requirements listed in

Annexure B223/D and must be implemented.

1.2.4 Referenced Documents

Unless specified otherwise or is specifically supplied by the Principal, the applicable issue of a

referenced document must be the issue current at the date one week before the closing date for tenders,

or where no issue is current at that date, the most recent issue.

Codes, standards, specifications and test methods are referred to in abbreviated form (eg AS 1234).

For convenience, the full titles are given in Annexure B223/M.

1.3 APPLICABLE STANDARD AND CODES OF PRACTICE

The Work Under the Contract must, unless specified otherwise in the Contract, be carried out in

accordance with the recommended procedures for lead paint management set out in AS 4361.1 and



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with sections of the Code of Practice for the Safe Removal of Asbestos as indicated herein. Where

there is a conflict between the two documents, the requirements of AS4361.1 will apply.

Wherever applicable, the terms “should” and “are to be”, contained in AS 4361.1 and NOHSC:2002,

are interpreted as “must”.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

The definitions of lead paint management terms contained in AS 4361.1 and glossary of terms relating

to asbestos removal in NOHSC:2002 will apply to such terms where used in this Specification, except

where modified in this clause.

(a) A Responsible Person is one who, by a combination of appropriate training, education and

experience, is capable of identifying existing and predictable lead and asbestos hazards in the

surroundings or working conditions and has authorisation to take prompt corrective measures to

eliminate them.

(b) An Emission is defined as a release of material to the air, water or ground.

(c) EPA refers to the Environment Protection Authority.

“The terms “you” and “your” mean “the Contractor” and “the Contractor’s” respectively.”

2 CONTAINMENT

2.1 GENERAL

Give written notice to WorkCover Authority of New South Wales of your intention to commence

work involving lead risk and asbestos removal in accordance with Parts 7.2 and 8.7 of the Work

Health and Safety Regulation 2011.

Prepare surfaces, except for jet washing, inside a containment capable of achieving Emission Control

Level A of AS 4361.1 and incorporating the enclosure and ventilation components described in Table

E1 of that Standard for Emission Category 1 (very high emissions potential).

Where required, jet-wash inside a containment capable of achieving Emission Control Level A of

AS 4361.1 and incorporating as a minimum the enclosure and ventilation components described in

Table E1 of that Standard for Emission Category 2 (high emissions potential).

The containment must be capable of containing all water that may enter the containment, such as

rainwater or water from jet washing and contaminated liquid waste, must not discharge into waterways

or into the ground.

Apply paint inside a containment system that prevents emissions of paint overspray or spillages.

Attention is drawn to the quality management system requirements in TfNSW Q for design control of

temporary structures. These requirements apply to the containment design.

2.2 STRUCTURAL DESIGN CRITERIA

The structural design of the containment and of its attachment to the bridge structure must be carried

out by a practising Structural Engineer who is a Chartered Professional Engineer with Membership of



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Engineers Australia (or equivalent) and appropriate experience in structural design, safety, scaffolding,

industrial ventilation and containment systems. One equivalent would be an Engineer registered on

the National Engineering Register (NER) in the general area of practice of Structural Engineering.

Carry out the design to satisfy the following requirements:

(a) Do not use the top chord of the Bailey trusses to support any part of the containment system,

where relevant.

(b) The overall load and stresses imposed on the bridge structure complies with the requirements of

AS 5100.

(c) In the structural analysis, include consideration of the following loads:

(i) the containment (including dead load, live load, wind load and loads from equipment and

materials, including blast waste residues);

(ii) traffic live loads as specified below;

(iii) pedestrian traffic; and

(iv) the loads of any equipment, barriers, vehicles and materials to be placed on the bridge

deck.

(d) Local loads and stresses imposed by the containment attachment points on the bridge structure

members comply with the requirements of AS 5100.

(e) The arrangement of the containment allows for passage of traffic in accordance with the

Contract and any staging requirements in the Contract.

(f) Design of scaffold and individual components of the containment system complies with

AS 4100 for steel members and other appropriate Australian Standards and Design Codes.

(g) Scaffold roofing supporting containment material are sloping and do not provide obvious

locations for water pooling.

(h) Do not drill holes in the bridge structure without the Principal’s prior approval.

(i) Do not weld or cut of any part of the structure for the attachment of the containment or for any

other purpose.

(j) The dust extraction system to be installed on the project and the design of the containment must

ensure negative pressure differential inside the containment (a static pressure within the removal

enclosure that is negative with respect to the outside environment) in order to prevent emissions

to the environment.

Prior to commencement of on-site scaffolding work, produce design drawings of the containment

system for use during the work. Include in the drawings all details and instructions necessary for the

fabrication, erection and operation of the containment system. Detail the design loads of the

containment system on the drawings. The drawings must be approved and signed by the designer.

Arrange for the containment design and drawings to be proof-checked by a structural and mechanical

engineering consultant, who is a member of the Association of Consulting Engineers Australia, and

has appropriate qualifications and experience in structural design, and experience in safety, industrial

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HOLD POINT

Process Held Commencement of work on the Containment Structure.

Submission Details The following conforming documents, at least 10 working days before

commencing work on the containment structure:

(a) Containment drawings, signed by the designer and signed by an

independent proof checker, which expressly itemise all applied loads and

containing all details/ instructions necessary for the fabrication, erection and

operation of the containment system.

(b) An engineering certificate, signed by an independent proof checker

verifying the containment’s structural adequacy and its compliance with all

relevant Australian Standards and Design Codes.

(c) Copies of the independent proof checker’s structural calculations.

The Principal will advise you within ten working days after the receipt of the

submission whether amendments and/or further details are required. If

amendments and/or further details to the submission are required, you must

make a revised submission to the Principal for consideration.

Release of Hold Point The Principal will consider the submission prior to authorising release of the

Hold Point.

2.3 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Provide a two-stage type airlock, with storage of personal protective equipment in the outermost

(clean) stage permitted if in secure dust tight lockers or compartments.

3 WORKER PROTECTION

3.1 REQUIREMENTS

3.1.1 Lead

Carry out the work in accordance with the requirements of NOHSC:(1012) and follow

NOHSC:(2015).

In addition, satisfy the requirements and employ the procedures for worker protection set out in

AS 4361.1. Where there is conflict or ambiguity between the NOHSC documents and the Standards

Australia documents, the former will take precedence, to the extent necessary to resolve the ambiguity.

3.1.2 Chromium VI

Chromium VI is a known carcinogen. Without specialist chemical advice, it is not easy to distinguish

Chromium VI from other forms of chromium.

Chromium VI is present in some protective paints and in some paint pigments. In particular,

chromium VI is present in some paints used as an all metal primer suitable for use over metallic zinc.

Chromium VI may also be present in bright yellow and orange pigmented paints.



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At present, there are no nationally agreed guidelines on the handling of paint wastes containing

Chromium VI.

In the absence of such guidelines, apply the limits specified for lead for the purpose of containment of,

and exposure to chromium.

3.1.3 Asbestos

Comply with the requirements of NOHSC:3002(1988) and follow NOHSC:2002 (1988).

Where there is conflict between the requirements for asbestos management in the above documents

and the requirements for lead paint management, the requirements for lead paint management will take

precedence. Monitoring for asbestos fibres by the membrane method inside the containment is not

required.

3.2 WORKER PROTECTION PROGRAM

As part of the WHS Management System required under Specification TfNSW G22, prepare and

implement a worker protection program that includes, as a minimum, the following:

(a) medical surveillance of all project personnel, to include examination by a suitably qualified and

experienced medical practitioner, using the guidelines given for such examinations in

NOHSC:2015, and biological monitoring of all project personnel by regular blood-lead testing

in accordance with NOHSC:1012.

(b) safe work practices for all lead, chromium and asbestos tasks to minimise exposures, which also

addresses selection and issue of personal protective equipment, housekeeping procedures and

hygiene practices and facilities.

(c) procedures for isolation of the work area by the establishment and maintenance of regulated

areas including details of barriers, signs and entry restrictions.

(d) air monitoring procedures for establishing or verifying the boundaries of regulated areas for

determining occupational exposure levels of lead and paraoccupational exposures to asbestos to

be conducted at the start of work; and

(e) details of training of all personnel engaged in the work in respect of:

(i) lead, chromium and asbestos hazard awareness;

(ii) site hygiene and housekeeping procedures;

(iii) selection, use and care of all personal protective equipment; and

(iv) medical surveillance program for all project personnel including both your employees and

all subcontractors engaged on the Contract.

3.3 SITE HYGIENE REQUIREMENTS

3.3.1 Laundering of Work Clothes

Launder all work clothes on-site.



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3.3.2 Personal Protective Equipment Program

Provide all personnel entering the containment with respiratory protection adequate to protect against

the hazards present at the time of entry. As a minimum, ½ face respirators with P2 cartridges must be

worn.

Thoroughly clean each day all personal protective equipment used on the project and store it in a

manner to prevent contamination.

3.3.3 Restriction of Entry to Work Area

Permit only suitably trained personnel to enter the containment and only when the personnel are fitted

with the appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing.

3.3.4 Additional Safe Work Practices

Remove the dust on blast cleaning operators emerging from the containment using a vacuum cleaner

equipped with a HEPA filter to ensure that all dust is removed from beneath the blast hood and

protective apron. Carry this out in the inner stage of the double air-lock.

Employ good housekeeping practices on the project, including continual cleanup of debris inside the

containment.

Where abrasive blasting is to be carried out near discontinuities or openings in the containment (for

make-up air), seal these discontinuities whilst work proceeds in the area.

3.3.5 Site Hygiene Requirements

Prohibit eating, drinking and smoking in the work area. Food, drinks or tobacco products must not be

taken into the work area.

Contaminated clothing or equipment must not be worn into the lunch room or office. Clean the lunch

room and office daily.

Install a clean side/dirty side decontamination unit on Site.

3.4 PERSONAL EXPOSURE MONITORING

3.4.1 Lead

Monitor for exposure to lead to ensure that controls are adequate. The maximum allowable exposure

of workers measured in the breathing zone shall be an 8H TWA of 150 g/m3. If this figure is

exceeded, implement appropriate controls including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE's).

The maximum allowable airborne concentration for lead at the boundaries of a regulated area is

30µg/m3 measured as an 8 hour time weighted average in accordance with AS 3640. If this figure is

exceeded, take steps to reduce the levels or relocate the boundaries to a location where this

requirement can be met.

3.4.2 Asbestos

Asbestos exposure monitoring for personnel employed within the containment is not required due to

the high level of dust generated in the abrasive blasting process which lead to masking of the presence

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Engineering control air monitoring action levels of asbestos at the boundaries of the restricted area

must not exceed the NOHSC exposure standard of:-

amosite 0.1 f/mL (P)

chrysotile 1 f/mL

crocidolite 0.1 f/mL (P)

other forms 0.1 f/mL

mixture 0.1 f/mL

(P) indicates Prohibition recommended. Where these products are present as contaminants in other

products, control the process carefully.

3.4.3 Chromium

Monitor for exposure to chromium VI in the form of chromates to ensure that controls are adequate.

The maximum allowable exposure of workers measured in the breathing zone shall be an 8H TWA of

150 g/m3. If this figure is exceeded, implement appropriate controls including the use of PPE's.

The maximum allowable airborne concentration for chromium in the form of chromates at the

boundaries of a regulated area is 30µg/m3 measured as an 8 hour time weighted average in accordance

with AS 3640. If this figure is exceeded, take steps to reduce the levels or relocate the boundaries to a

location where this requirement can be met.

3.5 NON-CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

Provide, launder and maintain protective clothing and equipment for, and extend the use of the

hygiene facilities used by your personnel to, all non-Contractor persons entering regulated areas. Such

persons may include the Principal’s Authorised Person, delegates of or personnel assisting the

Principal and others attending the site with the Principal’s approval, WorkCover and EPA personnel,

trade union representatives, supplier representatives and all other visitors to the site authorised by you.

Take responsibility for the training and supervision of all persons entering the Site on your behalf and

those from regulatory authorities and their compliance with Clause 3.3.

The Principal will be responsible for the training and supervision of all persons entering the site on its

behalf and their compliance with Clause 3.3.

3.6 RECORD KEEPING

Maintain records relating to all training, medical examinations, blood lead monitoring and lead

exposure monitoring, in respect of your personnel.

Make the records available on Site for review by the Principal upon request during the course of the

Contract.

4 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

4.1 APPROVALS, LICENCES AND PERMITS

Obtain all necessary licences and permits relating to lead paint management.



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Licences to be obtained must include, but not necessarily be limited to, licences for storage and

transport of hazardous / industrial / group A waste.

HOLD POINT

Process Held Commencement of all lead, chromium and asbestos tasks

Submission Details Submission of evidence of appropriate licences, permits and / or authorities

from the EPA and other relevant authorities.

Release of Hold Point The Principal will consider the details submitted prior to authorising the

release of the Hold Point.

4.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

4.2.1 Visible Emissions

Monitor for visible emissions in accordance with AS 4361.1.

4.2.2 TSP Dust and Lead

The Principal will monitor Total Suspended Particulate (TSP) dust, lead and chromium in accordance

with AS 4361.1, at selected sites around the structure.

Daily values of TSP dust, TSP lead and TSP chromium must be determined for each of the high

volume air-sampling monitors placed around the work site. A daily TSP result will be that obtained

from any one monitor operated on a working day during normal working hours.

Average daily values of TSP dust, TSP lead and TSP chromium for each monitor must also be

determined.

For any one period of monitoring, the average daily values of TSP dust, TSP lead and TSP chromium

for any one monitor, will be determined as the respective arithmetic means of the daily values of TSP

dust and TSP lead obtained for that monitor, in that period of monitoring, up to a maximum of 90

working days.

For any period of monitoring greater than 90 working days, the average daily values of TSP dust, TSP

lead and TSP chromium for a monitor will become a moving average determined as the respective

arithmetic means of all daily values of TSP dust and TSP lead for that monitor, in the previous 90

working days.

The results of TSP dust, TSP lead and TSP chromium monitoring will be communicated to you as and

when available.

Background monitoring of ambient air quality for lead, chromium and asbestos will be carried out by

the Principal prior to commencement of work, and the results of this background monitoring will be

taken into consideration in assessing the results obtained during the Contract.

4.2.3 Asbestos

Para-occupational exposure monitoring will be carried out by the Principal to verify that no asbestos

fibres are released from the containment, in accordance with NOHS:3003(1988). This will be carried

out at start-up of the Contract to ensure the effectiveness of the containment, and will only be required

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(a) if daily visible emission monitoring or the TSP dust, TSP lead and TSP chromium results

exceed the performance criteria specified below, which would indicate that emissions from the

containment are occurring; or

(b) if complaints are received regarding perceived emissions from the containment.

4.2.4 Soil Quality

The Principal will carry out a soil-monitoring program in the immediate vicinity of the structure in

accordance with AS 4361.1. This monitoring will include background monitoring prior to

commencement of the work and a post-completion survey. Soils must be analysed for lead content,

and must also be inspected for the presence of asbestos fibres.

The results of all soil quality monitoring will be communicated to you as and when available.

4.3 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

4.3.1 Visible Emissions

Visible emissions from the work must not exceed AS 4361.1 Level 0 Emission classification.

4.3.2 TSP Dust Lead and Chromium

4.3.2.1 Average Daily Emissions

For each monitoring site, the average daily TSP concentration must not exceed that shown in

Table B223.1 below.

Table B223.1

dust 90 µg/m³

lead 0.5 µg/m³

chromium 0.5 µg/m³

4.3.2.2 Maximum Daily Emissions

The TSP concentration as recorded by any one monitor, on any one single day, must not exceed

that shown in Table B223.2 below.

Table B223.2

dust 180 µg/m³

lead 1.0 µg/m³

chromium 1.0 µg/m³

4.3.3 Soil Quality

Interpret the results of the soil surveys carried out by the Principal before and after the work according

to the guidelines set out in AS 4361.1. In addition, there must not be any increase in the levels of

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4.4 EMISSIONS MANAGEMENT

4.4.1 Dust Emissions and Suspension of Lead, Chromium and Asbestos Tasks

The Principal will advise you when the TSP dust, TSP lead and/or asbestos concentrations are found

to exceed performance criteria.

When visible emissions, TSP dust, TSP lead or asbestos are found to exceed the performance criteria,

the following Hold Point will apply.

HOLD POINT

Process Held: All lead, chromium and asbestos tasks.

Submission Details: Details of the identification and rectification of sources of emission(s).

Release of Hold Point: The Principal will consider the submitted details prior to authorising the


4.5 SOIL REMEDIATION

If, on completion of the work, it is found that, according to the interpretation of results set out in

AS4361.1 and Clause 4.4 above, there has been an adverse impact on the soil as a result of the

Contract activities, undertake all necessary remediation steps, to return the soil lead and asbestos

levels to no greater than the EPA clean-up criterion under the relevant legislation (including the NSW

Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 or the pre-existing background level, whichever is the

greater.

Liaise with the local government authority and EPA with respect to all necessary approvals to carry

out this work.

5 WASTE MANAGEMENT

5.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The Principal, as owner of the structure, will be the Waste Generator as defined by EPA.

5.2 ASSESSMENT AND CLASSIFICATION OF WASTE

Arrange for the assessment and classification of all solid and liquid waste in accordance with EPA’s

Environmental Guidelines: “Waste Classification Guidelines – Part 1: Classifying Waste”. Take into

account the possible presence of both lead and asbestos.

Provide to the Principal details of the assessment and classification of all wastes generated, quantities

of all wastes, procedures to be used to treat or stabilise these wastes and proposed method(s) of

disposal.

Consider all disposable overalls, respirator cartridges and consumables used on Site as hazardous

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5.3 SOLID WASTE

Carry out all site handling and storage of all wastes in accordance with the relevant parts of

AS 4361.1. This includes storing the waste in suitable sealed containers, labelled appropriately. Store

the waste in a secure area.

Do not store contaminated, non-liquid wastes at the site in quantities in excess of 25 tonnes at any one

time or for periods longer than one month.

5.4 LIQUID WASTES

Collect water that enters the containment, such as rainwater or other sources, in a tank suitable for

contaminated liquid waste. Collect wastewater from site hygiene facilities, including showers and

laundry, as contaminated liquid waste.

Assess, classify and dispose of all liquid wastes in accordance with the above EPA Environmental

Guidelines.

Where liquid waste is assessed and determined to be suitable for discharge to a sewer or sewage

treatment plant, obtain from the relevant waste facility owner, approval in writing for the disposal of

the liquid waste to the sewer.

5.5 TREATMENT AND PROCESSING OF WASTE ON SITE

Do not treat or process contaminated waste on Site.

5.6 TRANSPORT AND DISPOSAL OF WASTES

Arrange for the proper transport and disposal of all contaminated wastes using:

(a) transporters licensed by the EPA; and

(b) waste facilities licensed by the EPA to accept the class of waste generated from the site, and

authorised to issue consignment authorisation numbers.

Provide to the Principal copies of documentation that verify the proper transport and disposal of all

hazardous waste according to the EPA licences.

Within five working days after the end of each month following the transport of waste, provide the

Principal with copies of documentation that verify details of:

(i) the quantities of waste held on Site;

(ii) the quantities of waste transported; and

(iii) the quantities of waste recycled

Advise the Principal of any changes to transport of waste or receipt of waste or recycling of waste.

HOLD POINT

Process Held: Removal of contaminated wastes from site for storage, treatment, disposal,

or any other purpose.

Submission Details: Submit within 14 days prior to removal of contaminated wastes from Site the

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(i) Copies of EPA licences, or licence numbers, issued to proposed waste

transporters;

(ii) Copies of EPA licences, or licence numbers, issued to proposed waste

treatment, storage or disposal facilities;

(iii) Documentation with details of testing, assessment and classification

of waste if required;

(iv) Procedures to treat or stabilise waste;

(v) Method(s) of disposal of waste.

(vi) Contact names, phone and fax numbers of waste facilities;

(vii) Shipping details including:

- Quantities of waste in tonnes to be transported in each shipment;

- Whether the consignments will consist of single or multiple loads;

- Type of packaging in each shipment;

- Number of packages in each shipment.

(Note: For waste classification purposes, lead paint wastes are pre-classified

as hazardous and asbestos and asbestos wastes are pre-classified as “special

waste”. Further testing of these wastes is not required.)

Release of Hold Point: The Principal will consider the submitted details prior to authorising release

of the Hold Point.

HOLD POINT

Process Held: Disposal of liquid waste.

Submission Details: Evidence of a licence or approval from the EPA and/or other regulatory

authority to dispose of liquid waste.

Details to be submitted 3 working days prior to disposal of liquid wastes.



6 CLEANING AND CLEARANCE

Clean the containment, including equipment used, of contaminated dust in accordance with the

procedures of AS 4361.1 prior to:-

(a) each relocation along the structure; and

(b) prior to final dismantling.

Clean all equipment and materials removed from the site of contaminated dust in accordance with the

procedures set out in AS 4361.1 to avoid carrying lead and asbestos off site to potentially contaminate

other properties and personnel.

HOLD POINT

Process Held: Removal of all equipment and materials from Site.



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Submission Details: Clearance certificate certifying that the equipment and materials are properly

cleaned of lead dust.





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ANNEXURE B223/A – (NOT USED)

ANNEXURE B223/B – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Refer to Clause 1.2.1.

In the Schedule of Prices, the cost of lead paint management work is divided into the following items:

(a) Containment

This item is to include the costs of all activities associated with the design, supply, erection,

maintenance and removal of the access, scaffolding and containment systems. This item also includes

all costs of all other activities associated with lead paint, chromium VI and asbestos management

including worker and environmental protection, obtaining any necessary licences and permits and

remediation of contaminated ground, but excluding waste management.

This is a Lump Sum item.

(b) Waste Management

This item is to include the costs of all activities associated with the collection, storage, transport and

disposal of all waste material, including assessment, classification, transport and disposal of all waste.

This is a Lump Sum item.



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ANNEXURE B223/C – SCHEDULES OF HOLD POINTS AND

IDENTIFIED RECORDS


C1 SCHEDULE OF HOLD POINTS

Clause Description

2.2 Structural certification of containment

4.1 Approvals, licences and permits

4.4.1 High TSP dust, lead or asbestos emissions

5.6 Transport and disposal of contaminated wastes

5.6 Disposal of liquid wastes

6 Clearance certificate for contaminated dust

C2 SCHEDULE OF IDENTIFIED RECORDS

The records listed below are Identified Records for the purposes of TfNSW Q Annexure Q/E.

Clause Description of Identified Record

4.1 Evidence of approvals, licences and permits

5.2 Report on the assessment and classification of wastes

5.6 Waste management details

5.6 Evidence of licences or approvals for disposal of liquid wastes

6 Clearance Certificate for contaminated dust



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ANNEXURE B223/D – PLANNING DOCUMENTS


The information to be submitted as part of the PROJECT QUALITY PLAN must include:

(a) drawings of containments for the various parts of the structure, including access and scaffolding

systems and dust extraction equipment;

(b) outline of blast cleaning process and abrasive type;

(c) program for carrying out the Work which must include activities for mobilisation, establishment

of site facilities and erection of access and containment systems for the blasting and painting of

each subdivision of the structures;

(d) proposed site lay-out showing locations of all Site facilities, storage areas and equipment;

(e) procedures for worker protection, including a lead and asbestos management worker protection

program, as described in Clause 3.2; and

(f) name and experience of the person nominated as the Responsible Person for each work site.

ANNEXURES B223/E TO B223/L – (NOT USED)



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ANNEXURE B223/M – REFERENCED DOCUMENTS


TfNSW Specifications

TfNSW G22 Work Health and Safety (Construction Work)

TfNSW Q Quality Management System

Australian Standards

AS 1170.2 Wind loads

AS 1576.4 Scaffolding- Part 4: Suspended scaffold

AS1715 Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective devices

AS 3544 Industrial vacuum cleaners for particulates hazardous to health

AS3640 Workplace Atmospheres – Method for sampling and gravimetric determination

of inhalable dust

AS 4361.1 Guide to lead paint management. Part 1: Industrial applications.

AS 4576 Guidelines for scaffolding

AS 4100 Steel structures

AS 5100 Bridge design

Worksafe Australia Standard and Codes

NOHSC:1012 (1994) National Standard for Control of Inorganic Lead at Work.

NOHSC:2015 (1994) National Code of Practice for the Control and Safe Use of Lead at Work

NOHSC:3008 (1995) Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational

Environment

NOHSC:2002 (1988) Code of Practice for the Safe Removal of Asbestos

NOHSC:3002 (1988) Guide to the Control of Asbestos Hazards in Buildings and Structures

NOHSC:3003 (1988) Guidance Note on the Membrane Filter Method for Estimating Airborne

Asbestos Dust

Environment Protection Authority Publication

Waste Classification Guidelines – Part 1: Classifying Waste

Legislation

Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 (NSW)

Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011