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The Agency will continue to liaise with Members , who represent governments , workers and industry , to determine the exact parameters of the licensing framework , including whether exemptions to the licence requirement should apply for very minor and / or occasional work .
5.4.6 Stakeholder feedback on operating dual licensing schemes
The consultation paper specifically sought information about operating dual licensing schemes ( one for work with legacy products and one for work with lower silica engineered stone ). Very few submissions addressed this question . Those that did emphasised the need for careful communication with industry to avoid confusion , and noted that two licences are currently in place for the removal of asbestos without issue .
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