Workers clad in protective gear were sifting through debris at a Chilliwack demolition site this week, separating by hand anything that might be contaminated with asbestos.
But the work was short-lived. The Yale Road site had been shut down two weeks ago by WorkSafe BC following concerns the contractor had failed to ensure the building was free of asbestos before the demolition began.
Provincial legislation requires contractors to have a building inspected by a qualified individual before demolition begins to ensure no as bestos is present.
If found, the material must be properly handled and disposed of.
Greg Knill – Chilliwack Progress – Aug 27, 2015.
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