reg 6 Notification of work relating to asbestos
(1) An employer whose workers are to undertake activities in which they are or may be exposed to asbestos must notify the Secretary of State in writing of the matters listed in paragraph (3)— (a) if reasonably practicable, not less than 14 days before the work commences, (b) otherwise, as soon as is reasonably practicable and in any event before the work commences. (2) An employer whose workers are to undertake or are undertaking activities in which they are, or are likely to be, exposed to asbestos must notify the Secretary of State in writing of the matters listed in paragraph (3) immediately on becoming aware that a change in working conditions is likely to result in a significant increase in exposure to asbestos. (3) The matters which must be notified under paragraphs (1) and (2) are— (a) the location of the area of activity, (b) the type and quantities of asbestos used or handled, (c) the activities and processes involved, (d) the number of workers involved, (e) the starting date and duration of the work, (f) measures taken to limit the exposure of workers to asbestos, and (g) if the work consists of demolition or the removal of asbestos from a ship— (i) evidence of the employer's ability in that field of work, and (ii) the plan of work drawn up in accordance with regulation 12. (4) The employer must give workers and their representatives access to any documents notified to the Secretary of State which concern their own undertaking or establishment.