Question 1

Who has to follow O. Reg. 278/05 on an Ottawa renovation?

Accepted Answer

O. Reg. 278/05 binds every constructor, employer and worker on an Ottawa renovation or demolition project where asbestos may be disturbed. That means the abatement contractor you hire must follow it in full, regardless of what kind of building you own.

The regulation's reach depends on who is doing the work and what kind of property it is. For a constructor or employer, the rules apply on every project: the Type classification, the controls each Type requires, the training rules, the inspector

Question 2

Can I be liable if I hide asbestos from my Ottawa contractor?

Accepted Answer

Yes, hiding asbestos from a contractor can expose you to serious legal and financial liability under Ontario law. The short answer is: disclose it, in writing, before anyone starts work.

What Ontario law says about disclosure

Section 30 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires an owner to determine whether designated substances are present at a project site and to prepare a list before work begins. Asbestos is one of the 11 designated substances listed in O. Reg. 490/09. If the work

Rules, Permits & Notice

Who has to follow O. Reg. 278/05 on an Ottawa renovation?

Can I be liable if I hide asbestos from my Ottawa contractor?