What are some informational obligations of building owners, contractors and other employers?
The following is a summary of the major asbestos notification and information requirements in 8 CCR 1529, 5203, 341.6-341.14 and the California Health & Safety Code. See the codes for the complete requirements. Note: Employers also have additional informational duties towards their employees under 8 CCR 1529, 1509 or 3203 (the Injury and Illness Prevention Program requirements for construction and general industry), 3204 (Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records), as well as other Title 8 regulations. Employers performing work subject to 8 CCR 1529: • If less than 100 sq.ft. of asbestos-containing construction materials and therefore not subject to the asbestos registration rules, file a Report of Use with the Chief of DOSH (Cal/OSHA) • Determine the location and quantity of asbestos-containing material (ACM) and/or presumed ACM (PACM) based on the criteria in 1529(k)(1); {ref. 1529(k)(3)(A)} • If at a temporary worksite, notify the nearest Cal/OSHA District Enforcement Office 2
