Qualified Professional Services in Vancouver
QP SERVICES & INSPECTIONS FOR CITY OF VANCOUVER
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The City of Vancouver defines a qualified professional (or QP) as a professional that is an active member of a recognized professional body and experienced in the recognition, evaluation, and control of hazardous materials that may be encountered during demolition or renovation work, including asbestos.
Lotus is a recognized QP within the City of Vancouver in regards demolition of renovation of hazardous materials.
City of Vancouver & WorkSafe BC requirements:
COV QP BULLETIN - REQUIREMENTS (pdf)
SAFE WORK PRACTICES FOR HANDLING ASBESTOS (pdf)
Qualified Professional - QP Services of Vancouver
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Provide a degree of project oversight to ensure hazardous materials are being managed in accordance with all applicable regulations
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Complete the Qualified Professional Declaration Form.
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Conduct a pre-demolition hazardous materials building inspection (HMBI) in accordance with WorkSafe BC regulations or review and evaluate a third party HMBI
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Review the Notice of Project and safe work procedures submitted by the abatement contractor.
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Perform air monitoring and air clearance during abatement or review third party air monitoring and air clearance results.
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Complete and collect all other necessary documentation for the salvage and abatement permit
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Perform a post-abatement inspection to ensure the removal of all asbestos-containing materials, including the clearance inspection documentation.
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Complete and submit the COV HMRF (City of Vancouver Hazardous Materials Reporting Form) along with the required documentation to obtain approval for the demolition permit.