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  • Absolutely! While we don’t remove asbestos ourselves, we can take care of the process for you.

    We offer beginning to end service and we will be your one point of contact. We will provide the removal specification, request tenders and carry out due diligence, present the quotes to you to choose from, oversee the removal work, communicate the progress and provide any air monitoring and clearance inspections the project requires.

    Being independent of the asbestos removal contractors, you can depend on us giving you impartial advice and high quality inspections. This means you will have confidence in getting your site or property handed back to you, knowing it is safe.

    Check out our blog below for more details.

  • There are lots of different types of training depending on the type of work you will be doing.

    Thankfully, you are in the right place, we are passionate about everyone being educated about asbestos and getting the right training for them.

    Have a read through our blog discussing the different types of training. More details are on our training page.

  • If you are asking, then probably yes!

    Have you found a material that you think might be asbestos? Then we can pop out and sample it safely for you. We are all trained in safe sampling and handling techniques. This is not a full survey so if you need something more, read on….

    Do you want to identify asbestos in your property or workplace so you can manage the risk? Then you need an Asbestos Management Survey. This allows for normal every day use, minor maintenance and

    Are you planning renovations or remodelling? Then you will need an Asbestos Refurbishment Survey so any asbestos that will be affected by the project can be removed safely before you get started.

    Are you demolishing part or all of a building? Then you need an Asbestos Demolition Survey. We will try to find all the asbestos hidden in the building so it can be safely removed before demolition starts.

    Check out our blog below that explains different surveys in more detail.

  • Hmm, not a short answer. It depends!

    It comes down to risk. Some materials are high risk based on either what they are or where they are.

    We will be able to help you work out the risk and work out the priority for removal if it is required.

    But not everything needs to be removed. Some materials can be managed safely using your asbestos management plan, training and a reinspection schedule.

    For a more in depth explanation, check out this blog.

  • Great question!

    You want to make sure you have the right people for the job. Here is what you get from us:

    • a team of experienced and qualified asbestos professionals, all passionate about safety

    • impartial advice - we are independent so you know the recommendations we give will be based on what you need to do to manage the risk

    • over 80 years of combined industry experience

    • access to a wide range of services to choose from and tailor to your needs

    • a project manager to be your main point of contact for continuity - doesn’t matter if the project is big or small, we work for you

    • good communication throughout the project - you will be kept up to date of progress

    Give us a call and let us show you how we will make dealing with asbestos as pain free as possible.

  • When a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) is found guilty of breaching their obligations, severe penalties can be imposed on both the individual and the business.

    A PCBU who contravenes subclause (1) commits an offence and is liable on conviction for an individual, to a fine not exceeding $10,000, for any other person, to a fine not exceeding $50,000.

  • The person or organisation with sole responsibility for the upkeep or repair of non-domestic properties, such as through a tenancy agreement or contract, is the PCBU. The owner of the non-domestic premises and person conducting a business or undertaking is also known as the PCBU.

    Why does this matter?

    A PCBU (person in charge) has a legal responsibility to carry out work in accordance with Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016. Complying with your responsibilities will ensure you avoid any legal action from authorities regarding the health and safety of workers and personnel on site and the environment.

    How to protect yourself and workers from asbestos exposure:

    Assess - Using a reputable asbestos survey provider, you can carry out an asbestos survey to determine whether the premises contains asbestos. The condition and location of asbestos, as well as the risk factors, will be explained in your asbestos survey report.

    Plan - assess the risk from the asbestos present in the premises. Your surveyor will have assessed the risk the material presents. You can also request an additional “priority assessment”, which assesses the risk based on the activities of building users combined with the material risk assessment to aid with asbestos management. You don't need the priority assessment for refurbishment and demolition projects.

    Implement - Action any recommendations to remove or remediate asbestos containing materials. Keep any clearance certificates as proof work has been carried out. Ensure you are checking the condition of remaining asbestos containing materials in line with the asbestos management plan. Check the training records of workers who are coming to the site and make sure they are checking the asbestos

    The following steps are to manage the risks:

    Prepare and implement an asbestos management plan

    Review and identify the risk of asbestos containing materials and decide how you will manage the risk - be it removal, making the materials safe or monitoring the materials for changes to condition.

    Assess work that might expose employees to asbestos

    Share information with anyone at risk, such as other employers (e.g., building contractors), who are likely to disturb any asbestos present so that appropriate controls and procedures can be implemented while the work is being done.

    Use control measures to keep exposure to the lowest possible level.

    Ensure all workers have the correct asbestos training to do their jobs safely.

  • As a responsible homeowner or business in charge of conducting works on a property, you are responsible for:

    Conducting an asbestos survey.

    Managing asbestos risk.

    Safeguarding people and the environment.

    For more free information, please refer to the code of practice and guidelines set out in Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016.

    Navigating asbestos can be a challenging task. Having someone you can depend on for advice and experience can make all the difference to the safe completion of a job.

Alannah Elliott Alannah Elliott

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