A regulated beryllium work area is any area (e.g., shop, laboratory, or other facility, including outdoor locations) that is subject to 10 CFR 850, i.e., that does not fall under the laboratory-use exemption, and where beryllium is handled, used, or worked and measured airborne exposures equal or exceed the AL. A regulated beryllium work area may be either temporary or permanent, depending on the nature of the specific task or effectiveness of controls. Significant requirements of a regulated beryllium work area are:
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