What is done the next day after waiting for airborne materials to settle?

After allowing airborne materials to settle, the appropriate next step is to remove poly from lighting fixtures and interior walls, and package it for disposal. This process is crucial because the poly sheeting acts as a barrier to prevent the spread of asbestos fibers during the abatement process. Once sufficient time has been allowed for particulate matter to settle and reduce the risk of airborne contamination, it is safe to proceed with the removal of this protective covering.

By removing the poly, the supervisor can ensure that any potentially contaminated surfaces are exposed for thorough cleaning and decontamination. Proper packaging for disposal is also essential to maintain safety and compliance with regulations regarding hazardous waste management. This step directly follows the waiting period to ensure that the work environment is as safe as possible before moving on to further remediation or inspection tasks.

Other options are less immediately applicable following the settling period. For example, removing all waste from the area is more appropriate as a final cleanup step rather than immediately after waiting. Conducting another inspection may come later in the process to ensure all abatement work has been completed satisfactorily, while installing new lighting fixtures occurs after the abatement and cleanup have fully been completed and verified safe.