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1. Where the relevant limit value as laid down in Article 8 is exceeded, or if there is reason to believe that materials containing asbestos which are not identified prior to the work have been disturbed so as to generate dust, work shall stop immediately. Work shall not be continued in the affected area until adequate measures have been taken for the protection of the workers concerned. Where the relevant limit value as laid down in Article 8 is exceeded, the reasons for the limit value being exceeded shall be identified and appropriate measures to remedy the situation shall be taken as soon as possible.

2. In order to check the effectiveness of the measures mentioned in the first subparagraph of paragraph 1, a further determination of the asbestos-in-air concentrations shall be carried out immediately.

3. Where exposure cannot be reduced by other means and where compliance with the limit value makes necessary the wearing of individual respiratory protective equipment, this shall not be permanent and shall be kept to the strict minimum necessary for each worker. During periods of work which require the use of such equipment, provision shall be made for regular breaks appropriate to the physical and climatological conditions and, where relevant, in consultation with the workers and/or their representatives within the undertaking or establishment, in accordance with national law and practice.