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Regulation 18

Regulated asbestos area

An employer or self-employed person undertaking type 1, type 2 or type 3 asbestos work must—

(a) clearly demarcate and identify the relevant area as a regulated asbestos area in accordance with regulation 20;          and

(b) ensure that no person enters or remains in a regulated asbestos area unless he or she wears the appropriate            type and correctly fitting respiratory protective equipment and protective clothing as contemplated in                          regulation 19.

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