Do I need to test for HAZMAT before demolition?
“In Ontario, section 30 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires that a project owner identify designated substances on the project and provide a list to prospective constructors before contracts are finalized. Designated substances are particularly hazardous, especially when adequate controls are not in place to protect workers. They can cause cancers, strong allergic reactions, liver and lung problems, and effects on the nervous system.” For more information on the owner’s duties.