Asbestos.sa.gov.au
Asbestos.sa.gov.au
Dangers of fragile roofing
Asbestos “deep six” roof sheeting poses serious safety risk to workers.
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High-pressure cleaning leads to asbestos contamination
A contractor using a high-pressure water cleaner on a residential roof has resulted in an asbestos contamination.
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Asbestos removal in your neighbourhood
Do you have concerns about the way a neighbour is removing potential asbestos-containing materials?
Find out what you should do
Looking for a qualified asbestos removalist?
SafeWork SA publishes a list of qualified Class A and Class B asbestos removalists.
Find an asbestos removalist
South Australian Asbestos Action Plan 2019-23
The plan details the strategic actions undertaken to implement the National Strategic Plan for Asbestos Awareness and Management
Find out moreasbestos.sa.gov.au provides advice and information to help homeowners, tenants, employers and workers manage asbestos in their homes and workplaces.
Find asbestos in the home
Asbestos can be found throughout older homes often in areas where you may not expect to find it.
Find asbestos in the workplace
Make sure you know the location of asbestos before undertaking any repair or demolition work.
Removing asbestos
The type of removalist you engage depends on the type and quantity of asbestos to be removed.
Builders & tradies
As a builder or tradie, you have a general duty to control exposure to airborne asbestos fibres during any work you carry out.
Health risks
Asbestos fibres may get caught in the tissue of the lungs if inhaled which may lead to lung disease.
Fire or water damage
Fire and flood may damage asbestos-containing materials resulting in the release of fibres into the air.
Motor vehicle workshops
Many vehicles produced before 2003 are likely to have asbestos-containing components.
Who to contact
A number of agencies have responsibility with regards to asbestos depending on the location and circumstance.
Asbestos.sa.gov.au
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June 1, 2023 7:01 am